Your Future Self

Lara Love: Motherhood, Addiction, Jail — and Finding Yourself Again

Before becoming a New York Times bestselling author, Lara Love lost herself in the quiet chaos of addiction, motherhood, and survival. This conversation explores what happens when the life you’re trying to hold together starts to fall apart — from stealing and incarceration to heartbreak and reckoning. Lara speaks openly about the role of truth in healing, the courage it takes to take responsibility, and how finding yourself isn’t about erasing the past — but finally facing it. About Lara Love Lara Love is a Literary Agent, Author, Prison Reform Advocate, and the President of True Literary. Prior to founding her own agency, she was Co-CEO and Senior Literary Agent with Idea Architects where she supported the careers of a singular group of authors from spiritual luminaries like the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu to social justice advocates like Bryan Stevenson and Anthony Ray Hinton. Lara's work as an agent is informed by her diverse life experiences, especially her work as an author. Her memoir The Many Lives of Mama Love was a 2024 Oprah's Book Club pick and a New York Times bestseller. Having received her MFA in Fiction, she has extensive experience working as a collaborative writer and is currently writing her first novel. The recipient of the Christopher Award for "affirming the highest values of the human spirit", Lara has also been nominated for an NAACP Image Award and the Dayton Literary Peace Prize. Lara is the Co-Founder of The Gemma Project, a gender-responsive organization serving incarcerated and former incarcerated women with integrity and compassion.

The Answers You're Looking For Aren't Always Logical

Sometimes the answers we’re seeking don’t arrive through reasoning, lists, or plans. They emerge softly — through an inner nudge, a fleeting thought, a sense that can’t quite be explained. This piece explores what happens when we loosen our grip on logic and make room for intuition — those quiet whispers that make no sense but somehow feel true. It’s about learning to recognize when your inner knowing is speaking and trusting it enough to follow, even when it defies reason. Because often, the most life-changing moments don’t come from thinking harder — they come from listening deeper.

It’s OK to Begin Again: Reframing Consistency

What if consistency isn’t about doing something every day, but about coming back — again and again? In this episode, I open up about how easy it is to be hard on ourselves when we pause or fall out of rhythm, and how grace, not guilt, is what truly keeps us steady. This is your reminder that every moment is an opportunity to begin again.

When You're Stuck and Don't Know Which Path to Take - It's Time to Go Within

Not sure which path to take? The truth is, you already carry the answer — it’s been within you all along. In the noise of everyday life, it’s easy to lose touch with that inner voice, to second-guess yourself, or to search outside for clarity that can only come from within. In this episode, we’ll explore what the mind sounds like versus the heart — how each speaks to us, how to recognize the difference, and how to trust the quiet wisdom that’s always been guiding you. By the end, you’ll feel more grounded, more connected, and more ready to take your next step with confidence. If this resonates, subscribe for more conversations that help you reconnect with yourself and create the life you’re meant to live.

Your Big Emotions Are Guiding You

We all experience big feelings — it’s part of being human. But there’s nothing to fear. Your feelings are here to guide you. They’re pointing you toward what’s meant for you and gently away from what isn’t. They offer valuable insight into what deserves your energy and what no longer does. When we stop resisting and start making space for our emotions — letting them move through us — we begin to see them for what they are: messengers, not threats. Thank you for being here — I truly appreciate you giving this time & I hope it helps you on your journey. ✨ Subscribe for more conversations and reflections on growth, self-discovery, and creating the life you truly want.