Cycle Breakers

In this episode of Cycle Breakers Podcast, Dr. Marlene Philip unpacks one of the most common but least understood emotional wounds—rejection. Whether it came from a parent, friend, church, or partner…

In this deeply healing episode of The Cycle Breakers Podcast, Dr. Marlene Philip explores what it truly means to re-parent your inner child and why it’s one of the most powerful things you can do to …

We’ve been told to hustle. To sacrifice. To be content.

But what if the real reason you can’t hold on to money has nothing to do with how hard you work and everything to do with how you were wired to…

God delivered you but your mindset didn’t come with you.

In this powerful episode, Dr. Marlene Philip unpacks the trauma-informed truth behind Exodus 13–16 and how generational survival patterns cause…

Emotional abuse doesn’t always shout—it whispers. It chips away at who you are until you wake up one day and realize: you don’t even recognize yourself anymore.

In this powerful episode, Dr. Marlene P…

In this powerful episode of Cycle Breakers Podcast, Dr. Marlene Phillip dives deep into the topic of identity—not the one shaped by trauma, performance, or survival, but the one rooted in Christ. If …

Have you ever felt stuck in a relationship or a version of yourself you know is hurting you, but you still can’t walk away? That might be a trauma bond.

In this powerful episode, Dr. Marlene Philip ex…

Emotional abuse doesn’t always look like yelling or name-calling. Sometimes, it’s quiet. It looks like manipulation disguised as concern, withdrawal used as punishment, or constant criticism masked a…

You say you’re healed, but your patterns tell a different story. You say you trust, but you’re always waiting for betrayal. You say you’re fine, but deep down, you’re exhausted from carrying emotiona…

Detachment isn’t about being cold, playing hard to get, or pretending not to care—it’s about reclaiming your energy and peace. Many women struggle with overattachment, holding onto relationships, peo…

Your attachment style isn’t just about relationships—it shapes the way you communicate. Whether you over-explain, shut down, or push people away, your communication patterns reveal how safe you feel …

Are you truly independent, or are you operating from survival mode? Hyper-independence is often seen as strength, but in reality, it’s a trauma response. A shield built from abandonment, unmet needs,…

Have you ever noticed that certain people trigger you in ways you can’t explain? That’s not random, it’s a mirror. The people in our lives often reflect back what’s unhealed within us.

In this episode…

Feeling like you’re falling behind in life or love? Dr. Marlene Philip challenges the societal pressure of relationship timelines and helps you embrace your unique journey. Learn how to release the r…

Healing isn’t always pretty, and sometimes it’s just plain exhausting. In this episode, Dr. Marlene Philip talks about healing fatigue—what it is, why it happens, and how to give yourself permission …

Join Dr. Marlene Philip in this enlightening episode of The Cycle Breakers Podcast, where we explore the profound impact of trauma on our financial behaviors. Discover how early experiences and deep-…

Healing isn’t a straight path—it’s a journey filled with twists, turns, and detours. In this episode, Dr. Marlene Philip discusses why healing feels messy at times and how to embrace the ups and down…

Attachment styles are the unseen forces shaping how you give and receive love. In this episode, Dr. Marlene Philip explains what attachment styles are, how they’re formed, and why they matter in both…

Do you ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels, unable to move forward? In this episode, Dr. Marlene Philip unpacks the difference between feeling stuck and living with unresolved trauma. Discover…

Your inner child holds the key to understanding the wounds that shape your adult behaviors. In this episode, Dr. Marlene Philip dives deep into the concept of inner child healing, explaining what it …