<![CDATA[Bloom with Dr. Darlene]]>0bc743a2-1791-5b52-af46-f131dd43127cFri, 22 May 2026 04:05:03 +0000Captivate.fmDr. Darlene Garlingtonhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/12116175-939e-4c44-9c94-9a56161b2976/Bloom-logo-3000x3000-copy.jpgBloom with Dr. DarleneDr. Darlene GarlingtonDr. Darlene GarlingtonDr. Darlene Powell Garlington is an internationally recognized licensed clinical psychologist, certified school psychologist, media psychologist, and forensic psychologist who has qualified as an expert in federal court. She is the renowned author of 14 books and has been in private practice for more than 30 years. Dr. Garlington’s educational background includes a PhD in clinical psychology, a master's in school psychology, and a second master's in applied behavioral psychology. What if peace were not something you chased, but something you cultivated? What if joy were not dependent on circumstances but rooted in how you love? What if happiness were not elusive, but something that emerged from inner contentment and living in the moment? This podcast will strengthen your emotional foundation, transform the way you speak to yourself, set boundaries without guilt, and learn to forgive yourself with grace. You will discover how to love others without losing yourself, how to take emotional responsibility with maturity, and how to move love from intention into consistent daily action. Rooted in scripture and supported by psychological insight, this book reminds us that happiness based on circumstances fades, but peace grounded in love endures. BLOOM in Life is not simply something you read; it is something you practice. It is an invitation to live more consciously, more compassionately, and more courageously every day. If you are ready to experience deeper peace, lasting joy, and authentic emotional fulfillment, it is time to BLOOM. Bloom with Dr. Darlene is not simply a podcast that you watch; it is something that, as you practice, you grow. https://www.drdarlene.net/falseepisodicnopodcastBLOOM in the Arts: Where Poetry Meets JazzBLOOM in the Arts: Where Poetry Meets JazzA poet and a jazz musician join Dr. Darlene for a soulful exploration of creativity, inspiration, and expression. Through stories, reflection, and live performances, they share what moves them to create, and how art becomes a form of love, connection, and healing. An invitation to BLOOM through song, language, and presence.

Rashann Cruse, Jr.

https://rahsaancrusejr.online/

https://www.instagram.com/rahsaancrusejrofficial/?hl=en

Dr. Shirley Darkeh

https://patch.com/new-york/across-ny/curated-shirley-darkeh-homegrown-heroes-long-island-uses-visual-storytelling

https://www.adelphi.edu/events/a-labor-of-love/

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]]>A poet and a jazz musician join Dr. Darlene for a soulful exploration of creativity, inspiration, and expression. Through stories, reflection, and live performances, they share what moves them to create, and how art becomes a form of love, connection, and healing. An invitation to BLOOM through song, language, and presence.

Rashann Cruse, Jr.

https://rahsaancrusejr.online/

https://www.instagram.com/rahsaancrusejrofficial/?hl=en

Dr. Shirley Darkeh

https://patch.com/new-york/across-ny/curated-shirley-darkeh-homegrown-heroes-long-island-uses-visual-storytelling

https://www.adelphi.edu/events/a-labor-of-love/

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>d2561c03-91d4-41ba-bd5f-ce09b368c755Fri, 22 May 2026 00:05:00 -040030:06falsefull1881The Communication Double Standard for Assertive Black WomenThe Communication Double Standard for Assertive Black WomenDr. Darlene welcomes two powerhouse women attorneys for a candid conversation on communication and perception in relationships. Together, they explore the tension between communicating with strength and softness and between being heard and being misread. From navigating bias in professional spaces to building trust in relationships, they discuss blind spots, vulnerability, self-reflection, and the courage to communicate with intention.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>Dr. Darlene welcomes two powerhouse women attorneys for a candid conversation on communication and perception in relationships. Together, they explore the tension between communicating with strength and softness and between being heard and being misread. From navigating bias in professional spaces to building trust in relationships, they discuss blind spots, vulnerability, self-reflection, and the courage to communicate with intention.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>5f8042d9-c252-4a39-aaba-ee4e22e37a6cFri, 15 May 2026 00:05:00 -040032:48falsefull1771Rooted in Love: Faith, Commitment and the Journey TogetherRooted in Love: Faith, Commitment and the Journey TogetherIn this deeply personal episode, Dr. Darlene welcomes a dear friend, accomplished attorney and seasoned minister who spent years holding marriage workshops alongside his late wife. Together, they discuss the spiritual and practical foundations of a strong marriage: commitment, grace, communication, and staying anchored through life’s challenges. It’s an inspiring conversation about enduring love and the principles that help couples stay the course.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Darlene welcomes a dear friend, accomplished attorney and seasoned minister who spent years holding marriage workshops alongside his late wife. Together, they discuss the spiritual and practical foundations of a strong marriage: commitment, grace, communication, and staying anchored through life’s challenges. It’s an inspiring conversation about enduring love and the principles that help couples stay the course.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>34369748-9ad3-4de2-b82f-65f08bc509e9Fri, 08 May 2026 00:05:00 -040032:57falsefull1661Blooming Together: The Work Behind Lasting LoveBlooming Together: The Work Behind Lasting LoveMarriage isn’t just about staying together. It’s about growing together. In this episode, two couples sit down with Dr. Darlene and open up about the quieter work of love, working through struggles, evolving as individuals, and finding meaningful ways to care for themselves and each other. Their stories reveal how self-awareness and daily acts of love can transform a relationship from surviving to thriving.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>Marriage isn’t just about staying together. It’s about growing together. In this episode, two couples sit down with Dr. Darlene and open up about the quieter work of love, working through struggles, evolving as individuals, and finding meaningful ways to care for themselves and each other. Their stories reveal how self-awareness and daily acts of love can transform a relationship from surviving to thriving.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>1c0bbe6c-ec14-4c03-a643-505a167da5b4Fri, 01 May 2026 00:05:00 -040045:40falsefull1551Real Talk: Military Marriages UnfilteredReal Talk: Military Marriages UnfilteredWhat happens when love meets orders, moves, and months apart? Dr. Darlene asked two military couples to record themselves answering some real questions about their marriages. The result: candid conversations about sacrifice, communication, identity shifts, and staying connected through it all. Real talk, real stories, and an honest, human look at love shaped by service.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>What happens when love meets orders, moves, and months apart? Dr. Darlene asked two military couples to record themselves answering some real questions about their marriages. The result: candid conversations about sacrifice, communication, identity shifts, and staying connected through it all. Real talk, real stories, and an honest, human look at love shaped by service.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>955973f5-e084-4290-8a58-b4b0004a8ddfFri, 24 Apr 2026 00:05:00 -040028:03falsefull1441What Do Men Want In Relationships? It’s More Than You Think.What Do Men Want In Relationships? It’s More Than You Think.In this episode, Dr. Darlene has a candid conversation with men, taking a deeper look at male perspectives in relationships. Together, they explore attraction, emotional needs, vulnerability, and the impact of toxic masculinity on modern dating. It’s an honest, no-filter conversation about authenticity, communication, and what it really takes to build a strong connection.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>In this episode, Dr. Darlene has a candid conversation with men, taking a deeper look at male perspectives in relationships. Together, they explore attraction, emotional needs, vulnerability, and the impact of toxic masculinity on modern dating. It’s an honest, no-filter conversation about authenticity, communication, and what it really takes to build a strong connection.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>5a7d72cf-57ed-441c-9af0-5c5bbd737414Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:05:00 -040033:35falsefull1331Women Supporting Each Other In Healing From Trauma, Being Resilient & BLOOMINGWomen Supporting Each Other In Healing From Trauma, Being Resilient & BLOOMINGIn the second of a two-part conversation, Dr. Garlington sits down with some of the ladies from the Bloom group to discuss the various topics that are explored in the group. This episode focuses on trauma, including marital conflict, sexual assault, and family dysfunction.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>In the second of a two-part conversation, Dr. Garlington sits down with some of the ladies from the Bloom group to discuss the various topics that are explored in the group. This episode focuses on trauma, including marital conflict, sexual assault, and family dysfunction.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>baa9e9a6-7c63-4738-af5e-c62d928a3953Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:05:00 -040038:23falsefull1221Women's Empowerment: Encouraging One Another To BLOOM & Grow.Women's Empowerment: Encouraging One Another To BLOOM & Grow.In the first of a two-part conversation, Dr. Garlington sits down with some of the ladies from the Bloom group to discuss the various topics that are explored in the group. Topics include relationships with men, the difference between sex and making love, assertive communication and other complex issues women face.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>In the first of a two-part conversation, Dr. Garlington sits down with some of the ladies from the Bloom group to discuss the various topics that are explored in the group. Topics include relationships with men, the difference between sex and making love, assertive communication and other complex issues women face.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>1db37fa9-9e75-4149-adaf-f213d78612f5Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:15:00 -040027:03falsefull1111Be Loving to Ourselves and Others MoreBe Loving to Ourselves and Others MoreMeet Dr. Darlene, a psychologist who promotes being loving to self and others as a way of life. Listeners will learn about Dr. Darlene, her work, and what is on the horizon for future episodes.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>Meet Dr. Darlene, a psychologist who promotes being loving to self and others as a way of life. Listeners will learn about Dr. Darlene, her work, and what is on the horizon for future episodes.

Links

Website: https://www.drdarlene.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLOOMwithDrDarlene

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomwithdrdarlene/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Subscribe to us on YouTube to watch our show: https://www.youtube.com/@bloomwithdrdarlene

Purchase Dr. Darlene's books: https://amzn.to/47YEtk3

]]>713ddd3f-e42c-4a33-ab89-38d33df13646Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -040010:22falsefull11