Life Coaching with Christine Hassler

In this raw and deeply honest episode, I sit down with my husband to talk about his new book, Tuned In and Turned On — and we go where most couples don't.
We explore what actually keeps desire alive in long-term relationships, why emotional truth matters more than technique, and how intimacy shifts when you stop performing and start tuning in. We share personal moments from our own relationship, the uncomfortable conversations that changed everything, and what happens when couples are willing to be radically honest with each other.
Get your copy or copies of the book here: https://tunedinandturnedonbook.com/

In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author Mark Manson - bestselling author, best known for The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, and co-founder of Purpose, the world's first AI mentor specifically built for personal growth.  We have a  wide-ranging, grounded conversation about why New Year's resolutions don't work, what "not giving a f*ck" actually means, and why meaning—not happiness—is the real foundation of a fulfilling life.
We also explore the surprising pros and cons of using AI as a therapist, the limits of mindset-only self-help, and where personal responsibility can turn into self-punishment if we're not careful.
This conversation is honest, nuanced, and refreshingly free of spiritual bypass—perfect for anyone who's tired of self-improvement clichés and ready for real growth.

In this candid and grounded coaching session, Christine works with Vanessa, who is navigating a season of major transition—emotionally, physically, and relationally. After a recent car accident, a job layoff, and re-entering the dating world, Vanessa finds herself at a powerful crossroads: learning how to speak honestly about concerns early in a relationship instead of withholding to protect someone else's feelings.
Christine helps Vanessa see how "withholding" is often disguised as kindness, but actually blocks true intimacy. Together, they explore how unspoken concerns—especially around health, sleep, and long-term compatibility—can quietly erode connection if left unaddressed. The session becomes a masterclass in how to practice radical honesty with love, maturity, and self-responsibility.
If you struggle to speak up in relationships, fear hurting others by being honest, or notice yourself over-adapting to keep the peace, this episode will help you understand why truth is not only necessary—but essential—for real intimacy.
 
Consider / Ask Yourself:
Do you hold back concerns in relationships to avoid conflict or discomfort?
Are you afraid that honesty might sabotage connection or intimacy?
Do you notice yourself adapting or minimizing your needs early in relationships?
Where might you be confusing caretaking with love?
Are you dating (or partnering) with clear intention—or avoiding difficult conversations?
 
Key Insights and A-HAs:
Withholding information is not kindness—it creates emotional distance.
Honesty early in relationships prevents deeper confusion later.
Boundaries are not about changing others; they're about honoring yourself.
Emotional intimacy requires courage, not perfection.
Speaking truth with love strengthens connection rather than destroying it.
 
How to Deepen the Work:
Notice where you feel a "withhold" in your body—tightness, anxiety, or avoidance.
Practice sharing concerns from a grounded, non-blaming place.
Reframe honesty as an act of love rather than a risk.
Ask yourself: If I don't say this now, how will it affect me later?
Focus on breaking patterns of over-adapting or people-pleasing in relationships.
 
Coaching with Christine
Christine has been coaching individuals for over 20 years and works with a small number of private clients at a time to provide deep, personalized support.
If you feel called to explore coaching, email [email protected] for more information.
 
Social Media + Resources:
 Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment
Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner
Christine on Facebook
Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler
@ChristineHassler on Twitter
@ChristineHassler on Instagram
@SacredUnionCouples on Instagram
Email: [email protected] — For information on any of my services!
Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show!
Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!

What happens when you finally attract the relationship you've been manifesting — yet part of you feels like pulling away? In this powerful coaching session, Christine works with Amy, who has called in an emotionally attuned, stable, loving partner after six years of being single. The catch: he has two children, which had always been a non-negotiable for her.
Christine helps Amy uncover how her fear isn't really about the kids — it's about control, certainty, and the vulnerability of allowing love to arrive in an unexpected package. Together, they explore how protector parts attempt to maintain safety when life doesn't unfold according to the plan, and how real love invites us out of control and into trust.
If you've ever received exactly what you wanted but still felt unsettled, this episode will help you see where fear is masquerading as intuition — and how to shift from protecting your heart to opening it. 
 
Consider / Ask Yourself:
Have you ever gotten what you wanted, only to feel uneasy or doubtful afterward?
Do you equate safety with certainty and control?
Are you focusing on what you might lose instead of what you can give?
Do you feel afraid to fully say yes to something because you can't predict the outcome?
 
Key Insights and A-HAs:
Fear often disguises itself as intuition when control feels threatened.
Uncertainty is not danger — it's the doorway to love and expansion.
Relationships that stretch us emotionally are invitations into abundance, not scarcity.
A partner's capacity for love often expands through parenthood.
You cannot love fully while keeping one foot out the door.
 
How to Deepen the Work:
Notice when your mind jumps to "what's next" instead of being present.
Ask yourself whether your concerns come from fear or from your heart.
Shift from "What am I getting?" to "How can I give love here?"
Practice owning your yes instead of lingering in emotional hesitation.
Allow yourself to experience love without guarantees.
 
Couples Retreat with Christine & Stef
Christine and Stef are hosting a small, high-touch Couples Retreat in San Diego, April 15–18. Space is limited to only 5–8 couples for a deeply intimate experience.
To learn more, email [email protected].
 
Social Media + Resources:
 Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment
Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner
Christine on Facebook
Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler
@ChristineHassler on Twitter
@ChristineHassler on Instagram
@SacredUnionCouples on Instagram
Email: [email protected] — For information on any of my services!
Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show!
Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!

Storytime! 
In this episode, Christine reimagines The Princess and the Pea as a modern reflection on intuition, empathy, and inner truth, exploring why feeling deeply is not a weakness but a powerful form of discernment. Perfect for empaths, sensitive souls, and parents raising sensitive children.