40. Meg Tuohey: The Making Relationships Work Origin Story

“Nobody’s coming to save you…” In this special episode, we are turning the tables, as Meg Tuohey sits down as the interviewee herself, and as she shares this insightful conversation with Deb Erickson. Meg’s story of transforming profound childhood trauma into a mission of healing others reminds us that our pain can become our purpose. At 12, she realised that nobody was coming to save her, which became her liberation. When you stop waiting for external rescue, you discover your own power to heal. What if your greatest struggle is actually preparing you for your greatest mission?  Connect with Deb Erickson: Get Deb Erickson’s book, “Get Out of the Rut and On with Your Life“ here: https://bit.ly/4lv4JXT Connect with Deb Erickson: YouTube: https://bit.ly/4kM3Ysq Instagram: https://bit.ly/40TaRRy Facebook: https://bit.ly/40ntHAh X.com: https://bit.ly/3GsbgUk LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3UdUYl0 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 06:04 Meg Tuohey’s Mission 07:58 Meg’s Journey and Lessons through Experiences 14:43 Trauma Work 16:20 What is Pain-Body? 18:53 Building the Making Relationships Work Program 27:00 “Nobody was coming for me…” 31:19 The 8-Week Program 37:44 Soul’s Journey 45:40 Finding Her Person 51:28 Meg’s and Alfred’s Soul’s Journey 57:35 Meg’s Mentors 59:59 Connection to Your Deepest Self 1:02:23 Meg’s Next Frontier 1:07:54 Wisdom Stripes’ Evolution 1:19:18 Learning from Different People’s Stories 1:22:25 Meg’s Mission as a Helper 1:26:32 Last Piece of Wisdom from Meg 📕Meg Tuohey is a renown expert in relationships, leadership and personal growth. Learn more about her mission and how she is changing lives here: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓Shatter emotional barriers and reclaim your power with The Wisdom Lab, designed for women seeking profound breakthroughs in personal growth and emotional healing.: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N 📰 For more information on Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey visit: https://bit.ly/3U9V5OZ 📺Watch the  "Wisdom Stripes" podcast every Thursday at 5AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BO3Mbk 📱Connect with Meg Tuohey: Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb Subscribe To: https://bit.ly/3GPiZf2 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj 🚨DISCLAIMER: The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host Meg Tuohey shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.

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Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey: Transforming Relationships, Empowering Leadership Hosted by relationship expert and coach Meg Tuohey, Wisdom Stripes is where transformative insights meet actionable wisdom. Meg has dedicated her career to helping women reignite their relationships, build stronger families, and step boldly into leadership roles in their lives. By translating complex emotions and experiences into a clear, teachable framework, she empowers others with practical tools to navigate life’s most challenging moments. Each episode of Wisdom Stripes features unfiltered conversations with some of the world’s most insightful thought leaders, experts, and seekers. Together, they dive into the unique “stripes” of wisdom—those defining moments that shape us. From navigating personal and professional challenges to uncovering deep emotional truths, these interviews are packed with tangible takeaways, real-life stories, and actionable steps you can immediately apply to your own journey. Meg’s approach draws out the most profound lessons by asking her guests key questions like: What pivotal moments caused the most confusion and pain in your life? What lessons have you gained through those experiences that you wouldn’t have learned otherwise? What do you want others to understand to help them avoid the ‘long way round’? Listeners will explore different categories of wisdom—whether experiential, intellectual, emotional, practical, or spiritual—delving into the stories that shape personal growth and transformation. Meg wraps each conversation into a practical framework, teaching the key lessons learned and how to apply them to everyday life. Tune in every Thursday to discover how these wisdom stripes weave together to form the rich tapestry of life. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, a new perspective, or powerful strategies for personal growth, Wisdom Stripes is your go-to source for heartfelt, impactful insights.