podcast 012: when the world is loud, how do we show up with love?
In this episode, Deb sits down with Ali Schroer to explore how we can elevate the human experience through our relationships—with partners, children, friends, and communities.
“Flourishing relationships aren’t about fixing people—they’re about showing up with respect, curiosity, and trust.”
Ali shares a powerful lens on why authentic connection is more vital (and more vulnerable) than ever in an anxious, tech-driven world. They offer real-world strategies for strengthening trust, deepening communication, and building flourishing relationships—whether you're married, parenting, single, or navigating generational gaps.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who believes strong relationships are essential to a thriving human experience.
Key Highlights:
Why anxiety and technology are quietly eroding relationship depth—and how to reclaim real connection
How actively choosing your partner transforms marriages through hard seasons
The #1 skill parents need to cultivate flourishing relationships with Gen Z and Gen Alpha kids
Why asking (not telling) builds trust, resilience, and self-efficacy in every relationship
How flourishing in relationships starts with honesty about your core values and authentic needs
About Our Guest:
Ali Schroer is a mental health innovator who bridges clinical practice with organizational consulting. As Executive Director of Mental Scope Consulting, she helps companies integrate wellbeing principles throughout their operations rather than siloing them in a single department. Through her workshops on courageous conversations, leading through challenges, and navigating grief and loss, Ali equips organizations with practical tools for fostering authentic human connections. Her "Mental Health Ready" equipping series provides tailored strategies for specific organizational cultures. Ali lives in Denver, Colorado with her family, including two young children, giving her firsthand experience with balancing professional excellence and personal wellbeing.
About The HX Collective:
The HX Collective is a movement to elevate the human experience—at work, in relationships, and with ourselves. Through honest conversations and strategic insight, we explore how connection, context, and compassion can create a more flourishing world, starting right where we are.
