Yvette Erasmus, PsyD

03/24/2026

We crossed 100,000 downloads last month - Whoohooo! and

What moves me most is not the number, but what it represents:

Real people, doing real work.
Turning toward themselves.
Choosing honesty, compassion, and connection, again and again and again.

Thank you for listening.
Thank you for practicing.

Thank you for being part of a conversation that I truly believe makes the world a little more humane.

See you tomorrow morning for our next live call!

A weekly, soul-nourishing podcast offering psychologically grounded, heart-centered reflections on human relationships, inner healing, and compassion-based communication.  Focused on live mini-coaching moments to help callers shift from reactive, domination-based communication to collaborative, hea...

12/23/2025

My favorite puppy in the whole wide world just turned one!

12/23/2025

Holiday conversations can stir up old patterns ... tight bodies, fast hearts, familiar roles ... no matter how much we want to do better.
This short preview touches on choice, regulation, and presence.

Inside The School of Human Connection (yvetteerasmus.com/membership), the full 16-minute bonus video goes much deeper: how to resource your nervous system, avoid the trap of side-taking, practice discernment about when (and whether) to speak, and take small, courageous steps that protect your integrity without losing your humanity.

If you want support navigating family and holiday conversations with more steadiness, clarity, and compassion, join us in the School to watch the full video. https://zurl.co/YT46q

12/15/2025

What if becoming more human was something we can all practice together?

I’m opening the doors to The School of Human Connection: A living, breathing space for people who want to relate with more clarity, compassion, and courage.

Here, we leave "fixing" ourselves and others behind, and instead embrace learning how to stay present, honest, and kind, especially when things get messy.

You get instant access to
• Practical teachings on connection, boundaries, and emotional literacy
• Live practice spaces with me and also community calls where you can practice your skills and get deep empathy from one another (because insight without embodiment doesn’t stick)
• A thoughtful community of humans who care about how they show up

If you’re longing for relationships that feel more alive (and a way of being that feels more you) I am warmly inviting you to join me!

✨ $50 off your first month when you sign up before December 31st.

Your Questions Are Welcome!
(You all know I love good questions!)

12/08/2025

🌿 This Sunday at Lake Harriet Spiritual Community 🌿
“Celebrating What’s Right With the World”
🕥 10:30–11:30am
📍 4401 South Upton Ave, Minneapolis
💛 Free & open to all

I’ll be offering an interactive, heart-centered exploration of what happens when we pause our doomscrolling tendencies, soften our confirmation biases toward “everything is terrible,” and let ourselves notice the good that’s already here.

Not in a sugar-coating way. Not in a spiritual-bypass way.
But in a clear-eyed, psychologically grounded, relationally alive way.

If you’re craving a space where:

✨ curiosity trumps perfection
✨ connection wins over cynicism
✨ and wonder gets to sit at the grown-ups’ table

…come join me.

We’ll gather, reflect, and co-create a bit of collective nourishment for these wild times.

Bring a friend. Bring your skepticism. Bring your longing for something more hopeful and coherent.

Would love to see you there. 💛

12/08/2025

🌿 This Sunday at Lake Harriet Spiritual Community 🌿
“Celebrating What’s Right With the World”
🕥 10:30–11:30am
📍 4401 South Upton Ave, Minneapolis
💛 Free & open to all

I’ll be offering an interactive, heart-centered exploration of what happens when we pause our doomscrolling tendencies, soften our confirmation biases toward “everything is terrible,” and let ourselves notice the good that’s already here.

Not in a sugar-coating way. Not in a spiritual-bypass way.
But in a clear-eyed, psychologically grounded, relationally alive way.

If you’re craving a space where:

✨ curiosity trumps perfection
✨ connection wins over cynicism
✨ and wonder gets to sit at the grown-ups’ table

…come join me.

We’ll gather, reflect, and co-create a bit of collective nourishment for these wild times.

Bring a friend. Bring your skepticism. Bring your longing for something more hopeful and coherent.

Would love to see you there. 💛

10/21/2025

For every coach, leader, visionary, healer and human-with-a-story-to-tell, the Author Adventure is your definitive gravel guide on the journey of book writing. It's out today!!!!

05/28/2025

Join me tomorrow!

🗓 Thursday, May 29th | 🕕 6:00pm–7:30pm Central | 💻 Live on Zoom

04/16/2024

Ever felt that surge of energy, those raw emotions bubbling up inside you? In the world of nonviolent communication, they call it letting your jackal go for a run—a safe space to unleash those intense feelings without causing harm.

It's about reconnecting with your passion, your convictions, your wisdom—grounding yourself in authenticity and integrity. Taking the time to explore these emotions allows you to find clarity, understanding, and the words you need.

Then, armed with this newfound insight, you can navigate conversations with wisdom and compassion. Let's embrace our inner jackal and transform its energy into meaningful connection.

04/15/2024

Just like our bodies process food, our minds digest life experiences and relationship dynamics. But what happens to the emotional waste?

We can learn to release the emotional waste. Instead of burying it deep within, we can allow it to move through us, freeing ourselves from the burden of tension and judgment.

So, let's practice emotional digestion—nourishing our minds with healthy experiences and learning to let go of what no longer serves us.

04/12/2024

For many of us, dissociation serves as an anesthetic—a way to numb out and avoid confronting overwhelming emotions. It can happen in the blink of an eye, whisking us away from the present moment.

But here's the thing: Dissociation isn't something we consciously choose. It's a coping mechanism—a signal that a part of us isn't ready to face certain feelings or needs. And when someone tries to delve into those emotions using Nonviolent Communication (NVC), it can feel downright irritating.

So, what's the alternative? Instead of pushing for feelings that aren't there, let's practice observation. Let's acknowledge what's arising in the moment without judgment or pressure. Sometimes, we might even find comfort in the soothing embrace of dissociation—it shields us from the chaos we're not ready to confront.

By reframing dissociation as a strategy to meet our needs, we can begin to explore healthier ways of coping and find greater compassion for ourselves along the way.

04/11/2024

In my journey through therapy and self-discovery, I've learned a valuable lesson: It's okay to set boundaries with our feelings. Sometimes, simply knowing that we have the right to defend against overwhelming emotions until we're ready to face them can be incredibly liberating. I've found solace in the idea of pendulating into and out of my feelings.

This gentle rhythm allows me to reclaim a sense of control and agency over my emotional landscape. It's about honoring the ebb and flow, giving myself permission to navigate my emotions at my own pace.

So, if you ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed, remember: You have the power to choose when and how you engage with your feelings. Embrace your autonomy and trust in your ability to navigate your inner world with grace and compassion.