Tera sits down with Meaghan Hill for an update that so many listeners have been asking for. Nearly a year after her diagnosis, Meg shares what this journey has been like—the hard days, the unexpected moments, and the deep gratitude she has for the people who have surrounded her. She talks about what it’s like to sit in the emotions that come with something this heavy, how faith has played a huge role, and why she refused to accept the prognosis she was given. Tera and Meg also talk about connection—what it means to truly show up for each other, how to navigate the ups and downs with the people you love, and the small, everyday moments that mean everything. This conversation is real, emotional, and full of perspective on what really matters in life.

Links and Resources:

• Meg’s Healing Journey: https://www.megshealingjourney.com
• To download the Core Emotion Wheel: ⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/wheel⁠
• To enroll in Foundations use the code PODCAST for 20% off: ⁠⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-course-online⁠⁠
• Book a coaching session with Dr. Glenn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-help⁠

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 – The Update You’ve All Been Waiting For
• 00:02:14 – “Go Make Memories”—Meg’s World Shifts
• 00:04:06 – Anesthesia Wears Off, Reality Sets In
• 00:05:39 – When Survival Means Ignoring the Odds
• 00:10:03 – The People Who Refused to Let Meg Go Through This Alone
• 00:14:07 – Defying Expectations, One Scan at a Time
• 00:23:24 – The Moments That Matter Most (and We Almost Miss)
• 00:23:42 – What Pain Taught Me About Living
• 00:25:19 – Fear Knocking, Faith Answering
• 00:26:24 – Laughing in the Face of the Unthinkable
• 00:28:22 – Why We Need People More Than We Realize
• 00:32:26 – Sorting Out Emotions When Life Throws Everything at You
• 00:38:32 – If Someone You Love Has Cancer, Listen to This
• 00:42:27 – A Final Word on Hope, Healing, and What Really Matters

Certified coach Bridgett Blood joins Phyllis Hill for a conversation about sexual joy and sexual loneliness—what they actually mean and why we’re so uncomfortable talking about them. Bridgett explains how these feelings show up whether you're single or married, why we’ve been taught to fear our own sexual energy, and how embracing it can lead to deeper connection and self-acceptance. She shares her experiences (including a really funny one about a Twister game), pushes back against old beliefs, and talks about why desire isn’t just about sex—it’s about play, delight, and knowing your own worth. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body or unsure how to talk about what you actually need, this episode is a must-listen!

Links and Resources:

• To download the Core Emotion Wheel:⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/wheel⁠
• To enroll in Foundations use the code PODCAST for 20% off: ⁠⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-course-online⁠⁠
• Book a coaching session with Dr. Glenn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-help⁠

Connect with Bridgett:

• Bridgett Blood:https://bridgettblood.com
• Bridgett on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bridgettblood
• Recover Your Life Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@BridgettBlood
• Recover Your Life Podcast on Spotify:https://tinyurl.com/bdebz6nt
• Book a FREE discovery coaching call with Bridgett:https://tinyurl.com/vhbfb6jx

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 – What No One Told You About Sexual Joy and Loneliness
• 00:00:53 – The Connection Codes Podcast Kicks Off
• 00:01:46 – Sexual Joy vs. Sexual Loneliness: What’s Really Happening?
• 00:04:05 – Personal Stories That Will Shift Your Perspective
• 00:09:15 – The Hidden Triggers of Sexual Activation
• 00:12:07 – What Your Body Is Telling You (That You’ve Been Ignoring)
• 00:15:43 – Breaking the Shame Cycle Around Sexual Energy
• 00:18:32 – Why Naming Your Desires Changes Everything
• 00:20:19 – A Framework for Processing Sexual Activation
• 00:29:31 – How the Core Emotion Wheel Rewires Your Understanding
• 00:37:13 – Final Thoughts, Resources, and Next Steps

Tera Wages is joined by Bridgett Blood and Phyllis Hill to explore the concept of Psycholation—a state of psychological isolation where people experience emotions alone, even when surrounded by others. They discuss how past experiences can make us want to keep pain to ourselves and the impact it has on relationships and mental well-being. Bridgett shares how she overcame isolation, while Phyllis and Tera get into the importance of safe connections and finding trusted people to process emotions with. They also provide steps for breaking out of Psycholation, including identifying safe relationships, expressing needs, and seeking supportive communities. Tera, Bridgett, and Phyllis will give you encouragement to recognize emotional patterns, build trust, and reach out for connection instead of carrying burdens alone.

Links and Resources:

• To download the Core Emotion Wheel: ⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/wheel⁠
• To enroll in Foundations use the code PODCAST for 20% off: ⁠⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-course-online⁠⁠
• Book a coaching session with Dr. Glenn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.connectioncodes.co/marriage-help⁠
• Bridgett Blood: https://bridgettblood.com
• Bridgett on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridgettblood
• Recover Your Life Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BridgettBlood
• Recover Your Life Podcast on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/bdebz6nt
• Book a FREE discovery coaching call with Bridgett: https://tinyurl.com/vhbfb6jx

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Storing It All Day, Exploding at Night
• 00:01:04 - The Experts Step In: Meet Bridgett & Phyllis
• 00:01:49 - A Live Emotional Check-In: What Will Surface?
• 00:04:30 - Cyclation: The Word You Didn’t Know You Needed
• 00:06:13 - Childhood Blueprints: How We Learn to Isolate
• 00:07:55 - Secrets We Keep: Why Hiding Feels Safer
• 00:10:16 - Finding the Exit: Steps to Escape Isolation
• 00:14:21 - Safe People: Who Are They and Why Do We Need Them?
• 00:17:20 - The Heavy Load: Are We Expecting Too Much from One Person?
• 00:23:37 - Who’s Safe and Who’s Not? A New Way to See It
• 00:28:05 - Sharing Without Oversharing: Navigating Emotional Conversations
• 00:29:30 - The Small but Mighty Power of a Simple Text
• 00:30:19 - Three Feet of Fear: How We Experience and Respond
• 00:33:38 - Looking in the Mirror: Are You a Safe Person Too?
• 00:35:55 - Capacity vs. Desire: The Boundary We All Need
• 00:42:11 - Dream Solutions: What If the Life You Want Is Within Reach?
• 00:50:53 - Time to Act: One Step to Break the Cycle