In this episode I break down the three biggest mistakes people make when navigating a breakup—and how to avoid them so you don’t repeat the same painful patterns. I share why leaving the door open keeps you stuck, how failing to prioritize your healing sabotages your self-worth, and why allowing others to dictate the terms of connection robs you of the love you actually want. This conversation is a wake-up call to stop self-abandoning, reclaim your power, and walk through the breakup as the portal of transformation it truly is.

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In this episode I dive deep into the messy, beautiful reality of being human—our wounds, our patterns, and the radical responsibility it takes to break free from them. I share candid reflections on my own past mistakes, the lessons my father taught me about curiosity over shame, and how unresolved pain shapes the way we love, live, and even scroll. From betrayal and self-abandonment to the distractions of technology and the power of true presence, this conversation is a call to reclaim your sovereignty, rewrite your story, and create relationships and communities rooted in integrity and compassion. This is not just about listening—it’s about seeing yourself, healing, and stepping into a more powerful way of being.

Resources:

—Ready to transform your relationships? Download The Relationship Toolkit for free and learn the 5 essential skills to thrive in love and life! https://go.markgroves.com/relationship-toolkit-podcast

—Ready to stop chasing emotionally unavailable people? Download your free guide to break the cycle and call in the relationship you crave: https://go.markgroves.com/unavailable-people-opt-in-podcast

—Learn the connection between Attachment Styles, how it affects the Nervous System, AND how you can heal it: .https://go.markgroves.com/nervous-system-opt-in-podcast

—Join My Online Community: http://markgroves.com/community

—Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book

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In this episode, Mark sits down with thought leader and entrepreneur Kaylor Betts for a raw and liberating conversation about fear, authenticity, and the courage to live boldly. Together, they unpack how facing our deepest fears—whether in relationships, business, or self-expression—can actually become the gateway to freedom, healing, and purpose. Kaylor shares his own story of stepping into truth during the chaos of the pandemic, the backlash and breakthroughs that followed, and how embracing discomfort became the foundation of his thriving business and mission. This is a powerful dialogue on breaking free from self-abandonment, navigating criticism with integrity, and learning to build a life and business rooted in authenticity and resilience—you won’t want to miss it.

Kaylor Betts is a powerhouse life and business coach, no-BS truth-teller, and host of the top 1% podcast Awake & Winning. Once burdened by fatigue, illness, financial struggle, and systems designed to keep people small, he broke free, rebuilt his body and mind, and built a thriving business on his own terms. Today, he leads a movement that challenges the status quo, urging people to think critically, take radical responsibility, and reclaim their sovereignty. Through raw coaching, unfiltered conversations, and real-world strategies, Kaylor equips others to break free from limitations and build lives where they win in body, mind, home, and business—living unapologetically, ungovernably, and on their own terms.

Links:

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

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekaylorbetts

The LIFE AW-cademy:https://theawlife.com/

The BIZ AW-cademy: https://theawbiz.com/

The POD-cademy: https://awakeandwinning.lpages.co/yourwinningpodcast/

Website: https://www.awakeandwinning.com

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In this episode Mark sits down with men’s coach, author, and mentor Jimmy Rex to explore his extraordinary journey from top-selling realtor to founder of We Are The They, a global men’s movement built on authenticity, vulnerability, and integrity. Jimmy opens up about life-changing missions rescuing trafficking victims, adrenaline-fueled adventures, and the powerful rites of passage that shaped his mission to help men heal shame, repair relationships, and redefine masculinity as a force for good. This conversation challenges the belief that “there are no good men out there” and instead reveals what it truly takes to create deep, lasting connections in a world desperate for community and belonging.

Jimmy Rex is a renowned figure in personal development and real estate. As the founder of “We Are The They,” he leads a global coaching program and social movement aimed at helping men lead exceptional lives. Jimmy hosts “The Jimmy Rex Show,” a highly-rated podcast with over 580 episodes, featuring top guests like Ed Mylett, Jerry West, Lewis Howes, and Rob O'Neill. He has also appeared on over 100 podcasts, including "Modern Wisdom." He is the author of the best-seller “You End Up Where You’re Heading” and “BE ONE: How to Be a Healthy Man in Toxic Times.” With over 20 years in real estate, he has sold more than 2,500 homes and assisted in the sale of an additional 4,000 homes to investors, including selling the most expensive home ever in Utah. Jimmy’s background in stand-up comedy adds laughter to his speaking engagements, making him a sought-after speaker and influencer.

Links:

• Websites: Mrjimmyrex.com + Wearethetheymovement.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjimmyrex/

This episode is sponsored by:

• Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com
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In this episode, I sit down with Brian Richards, founder of SaunaSpace, for a fascinating deep dive into the world of light, EMFs, and how our modern synthetic environment is quietly shaping our biology, mood, and overall health. We explore the ancient relationship between humans and natural light, why most of us are unknowingly starved of the sun’s healing near-infrared spectrum, and how artificial blue light and constant electromagnetic exposure are disrupting our circadian rhythms, hormones, and even emotional well-being. Brian shares his personal healing journey, the science behind light therapy, and simple, practical steps to reclaim your natural state of vitality—so you can feel more energized, think more clearly, and reconnect with the sacredness of just being.

Brian Richards is an internationally known expert in sauna therapy, light science, EMF science. In 2008 Brian transformed his health by creating his own incandescent electric light bath. In 2013, he founded SaunaSpace. His company, based in Missouri, USA, handcrafts innovative saunas and targeted therapy devices that harness nature’s most potent spectrum for light and heat therapy. Thousands of customers have now transformed their lives with the SaunaSpace experience. Nowadays Brian brings a refreshing approach to natural living, spiritual science and natural health transformation.

Website: https://sauna.space

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

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

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/saunaspace

—This episode is sponsored by:

• Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com
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In this episode, Mark sits down with legendary FBI hostage negotiator and Never Split the Difference author Chris Voss to unpack the art of communication that can transform every relationship. From tactical empathy to the neuroscience of feeling understood, Chris reveals how the same skills that save lives in crisis can deepen connection, defuse conflict, and build lasting trust in love. They explore why compromise often erodes intimacy, how self-talk shapes our relational patterns, and what it really takes to be heard. This episode is a masterclass in emotional intelligence, communication, and relational mastery—don’t miss it.

Chris Voss, known as “The Master Negotiator,” earned his title as the former lead international kidnapping negotiator and head of crisis negotiation for the FBI’s New York City Division. With decades of high-stakes experience, he helped shape the negotiation tactics still used by the FBI today. After retiring, he taught business negotiation at USC, Georgetown, and Harvard, then founded The Black Swan Group to bring these powerful techniques to the corporate world. His best-selling book, Never Split the Difference, reveals how hostage negotiation principles can transform everyday communication, influence, and deal-making.

Links:

• Website: https://www.blackswanltd.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefbinegotiator/?hl=en
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackSwanLTD/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NegotiationMastery
• Book: Never Split The Difference: Negotiation As If Your Life Depended On It

This episode is sponsored by:

• Cozy Earth: Use code MARK for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com
• Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.com
• Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves

—Have a question For Mark to answer on the podcast?https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast

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—Get our Relationship Toolkit: How to Thrive in Your Relationships: https://markgroves.com/relationshipmastery

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In this episode, I reflect on my evolving relationship with the word “God” and the journey that brought me back to faith—not religion, but a felt sense of trust in something greater. I share how childhood shame, religious conditioning, and the fear of desire fractured my connection to divinity, and how heartbreak, grief, and the search for meaning helped me begin to rebuild it. This is an invitation to rethink where you've placed your value, why you've hesitated to leap, and how reclaiming your faith—whatever that means to you—might be the missing link between who you are and who you're becoming

Resources:

—Learn the connection between Attachment Styles, how it affects the Nervous System, AND how you can heal it: .https://go.markgroves.com/nervous-system-opt-in-podcast

—Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: https://markgroves.com/book

—Explore My Courses: https://markgroves.com/courses

Follow me and my work here:

—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/markgrovestv

—Follow my Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markgrovespodcast

—Subscribe to my Newsletter: https://markgroves.com/newsletter

—Subscribe to my Substack: https://markgroves.substack.com

—Instagram - @createthelove: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove

—Facebook - @createthelove: https://www.facebook.com/createthelove

Have A Question?

—Have a Question For Mark That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave us a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMarkGrovesPodcast

If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://ask.markgroves.com

This episode is sponsored by:

• Avocado Green Mattress: www.avocadogreenmattress.com
• Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code MARKGROVES at checkout. www.saily.com/markgroves
• Institute for Integrative Nutrition: Certified Health Coach Training: Use code MARKGROVES20 for 20% off ALL courses from IIN & Chopra at http://bit.ly/MARKIIN

Drop us a note at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, guest suggestions, or just to say hello!