Creating A Safe Space & Active Listening

Stop losing yourself to love. What if codependency isn't just about your relationships with other people, but your relationship with yourself? In this episode, John and Vanessa explore why recovering from codependency is really about building a stronger sense of identity. They ex ...  Show more

What happens when life forces you to start over? In this personal check-in, John Kim reflects on the unexpected lessons that came from rebuilding his life after losing his home. From learning to surf at 53 to finding clarity through travel and stepping out of survival mode, this ...  Show more

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE you’ll learn how to recognize your own sh*t and be a better partner in relationships. 

Want a sustainable partnership? Communicate and apologize; fight without fighting; identify codependent behavior (your own); ...

John is an author and guide for both men and women in the realms of life purpose, relational communication, sexual intimacy, and embodiment. In this episode, he shares and discusses the pillars of what creates a healthy, fulfilling, and long-lasting relationship.

In this episode, licensed therapist Kier Gaines explores healthy communication and management of expectations in romantic relationships. He offers insights into how therapy can transform the way men communicate, not just through talking but also through understanding and empathy. ...  Show more

Part 2 of Kessonga’s week on relationships. He explains how mindful communication helps us actively speak and listen to our loved ones, so everyone feels heard and understood. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Te ...  Show more