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In today's episode, we interview Iris! We dive into Iris's personal story, uncovering the deeply ingrained struggles many of us face around food, body image, and exercise, and the path to self-acceptance. The conversation takes us through the early influences of her childhood, the pressures of dieting, and how she eventually found balance and peace in a world that often pushes extremes.This episode is packed with personal anecdotes, valuable lessons, and a deep exploration of how our relationships with food and exercise are shaped from childhood… and what we can do about it. This episode is an inspiring reminder that our journeys are ever-evolving and that embracing the basics with consistency can lead to profound changes both physically and mentally."Every day you decide to go in and do something hard is another day where you're proving to yourself that you can handle something hard."- Iris Deadlifts“If people could understand that it always comes back to their choices and their personal responsibility in any situation, they would be amazed at the progress they can make." - Iris DeadliftsThis week on Here's the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition and Mindset for People Who Don't Want Life to Suck:Reflecting on the impact of “good vs. bad” food language in childhoodThe lasting impact of restrictive diets on body image and mental healthThe importance of lifting weights for both physical strength and mental resilienceHow shifting her mindset from aesthetics to health has transformed Iris's life The power of consistent movement in improving both body and mindWhy curating your feed matters - the importance of surrounding yourself with evidence-based, positive voices on social mediaIris's breakthrough moment: letting go of strict deadlines and embracing a sustainable approachRecognizing that control doesn't mean rigidity, but rather, understanding your choices and taking responsibility in a compassionate wayConnect with Us:Iris Deadlifts on InstagramMeri on InstagramAmy Rudolph on InstagramEpisode: Q&A: Weight Loss Plateaus, Bulking, & An "Ideal" Week of WorkoutsThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Here's the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset for People Who Don't Want Life to Suck, where we challenge the common understanding of what it means and what it takes to be fit and healthy! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Apple Podcasts | SpotifyBe sure to share your favorite episodes on social media and tag us!Join Iris Deadlifts on Instagram, Meri on Instagram, and Amy Rudolph on Instagram.

Penny Lane was just four years old when she first met her stepmother, the beginning of a deeply abusive relationship. This episode unpacks Penny's childhood, marked by neglect, physical and psychological abuse, and survival against all odds. Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the capacity we have within us to heal and find redemption.In this powerful episode, we delve into Penny Lane's harrowing story of abuse at the hands of her stepmother. From a young age, Penny endured unimaginable hardships but has emerged stronger, sharing her journey in her memoir, "Redeemed: A Memoir of a Stolen Childhood."Key Takeaways:Recognize the signs of child abuse and neglectUnderstand the long-term impact of an abusive childhoodThe importance of intervention and support systemsThe power of resilience and personal redemptionGuest Information: Penny Lane is the author of "Redeemed: A Memoir of a Stolen Childhood." Penny shares her story to raise awareness about child abuse and inspire others to overcome their pasts. Resources Mentioned:"Redeemed: A Memoir of a Stolen Childhood" by Penny Lane. Buy the bookJoin Our Subscriber Community for just $5 per month. Support us and GET THIS PODCAST AD FREE, SPONSOR FREE and GET ACCESS TO EXTRA EPISODES. Join via the Apple Podcasts App or go to Supercast to join if you listen via Spotify or any other platform https://whatsthetruth.supercast.com/If you have a story to share for this podcast please connect with me at https://www.instagram.com/mybigloveproject or send an email to bigloveproject@iinet.net.au I would LOVE! to connect with you.Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on Instagram www.instagram.com/mybigloveproject for updates and more content. Share this episode to spread awareness about child abuse and to support survivors.Tags and Categories: Tags: child abuse, resilience, memoir, Penny Lane, healing Categories: Relationships, Mental Health, Survivor Stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Money is often a taboo topic that causes stress and anxiety. In this episode, Maggie Klokkenga, a financial coach who helps people improve their relationship with money, explains that our habits around money often stem from childhood and the messages we internalize from our parents. These "money scripts" continue to influence how we think and act with finances unconsciously. She discusses techniques to rewrite those money scripts and make more conscious, values-aligned choices about spending and saving.Maggie Klokkenga is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, CPA, AFC®, and the founder of Make a Money Mindshift, a financial coaching firm in central Illinois. Maggie has been in the financial services industry for over 25 years, and she teaches that once you discover your WHY, you can adjust your mindset and change your HOWs to achieve your WHATs.[00:01 - 09:19] Why Money Remains a Taboo TopicSocietal attitudes that discourage open conversations about money often root back to childhoodThe familiar discomfort when discussing income and finances even with family membersMoney scripts learned from parents continue influencing our financial behaviors unconsciously[09:20 - 21:44] Techniques for Rewriting Money MindsetsMaggie uses "Money Script Thought Ladders" to help shift limiting mindsets graduallyThis model triggers awareness of emotional charges and physical reactions related to money talkPractice pauses and breathing, grounding skills to reduce anxiety in money contexts[21:45 - 29:58] Current Pain Points Around Personal FinanceHigh-interest debt from credit cards charging 25-30% is distressingly commonThe re-emergence of federal student loan repayments after the pandemic pause is a rude awakeningLack of basic financial literacy education feeds confusion and erodes confidence[29:59 - 39:23] Coaching Women in Financial TransitionListening without judgment, letting them process emotions and "word vomit" initiallyTackling logistical money issues first before examining feelings more deeplyAvoiding analysis paralysis by celebrating tiny money victories consistentlyKey Quote:"It's so uncomfortable for our brains to make change. Our brains want us to stay safe... Until something almost thrusts us into a new experience." - Maggie Klokkenga Connect with Maggie Klokkenga!Website: https://makeamoneymindshift.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-klokkenga-cpa-cfp/ This episode is sponsored by Mack International, a specialized executive search and human capital consulting firm serving the family office/wealth management markets. Please visit their website here for more information.Download our FREE Strategizing for Inflation Guide here: https://www.excelsiorgp.com/download/Connect with me:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-c-adams/ (LinkedIn)LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND LEAVE US A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or whatever platform you listen on. Thank you for tuning in and Stay Tuned for the Next Episode COMING SOON! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast episode, John reflects on his relationship with caffeine and other stimulants, discussing their role in his life from childhood to adulthood. Topics discussed:How John unwittingly became a caffeine junkie in early childhood.The role caffeine played in his childhoodThe impacts this had on his psyche and wellbeingHow he (again unwittingly) got off the go-juice in early adulthoodWhy weight loss brought him back into the world of stimulantsHis dalliance with Ephedrine and Caffeine pillsHow PTSD is often misdiagnosed as ADHD and whyHow the experiences of people with ADHD informed John's view of trauma, recovery and the interplay with caffeineHis recent experiment in stimulant sobrietyWhat John has realized about the true role of caffeine in his life If you want to: Email a question to be answered on the podcast or Inquire about 1 -1 Coaching with John You can email John at john@oakesweightloss.com Sign up for John's Email List.Join the free "Lose Weight with John" communityWatch the Easy Way Out on Youtube

“Like everyone, you think you are rational, but you are not. Rationality is not a power you are born with but one you acquire through training and practice. Generally, what causes us to go astray in the first place, what leads to bad decisions and miscalculations, is our deep-rooted irrationality, the extent to which our minds are governed by emotion.” -Robert GreeneEmotion is good. It is the fuel that has helped create this wonderful world we live in. Despite all that is wrong, it is the best time to live. We highly emotional beings have pushed for change out of fear, ambition, altruism, love, whatever. And we should be very proud and happy that most of us live in the comfort we do now. It's also what is wrong with our world. It can be the worst part of us. I have a highly tuned threat detector that can skew to the irrational to protect me, my family, or maybe my ego. Almost five decades of training, from living around alcoholism to worrying about whether that pile of rubbish is an IED or whether my kids are going to make it in this very hard world. Every facial expression, the tone of your voice, or what you didn't do. All go into my calculus, and the truth is, I'm highly irrational. We all are. We find answers that suit us. And those answers are usually, inaccurately, colored by our emotions of that minute or the history we drag with us. Rationality doesn't come naturally. It takes work, training, and experience. I've been considering my irrationality and wanted to share some of the lessons I got from Robert Greene's book The Laws of Human Nature. He has three recommendations we will explore* Recognize Your Own Biases* Beware of Inflaming Factors* Implement Strategies to Bring Out the Rational Self Recognize Your Biases“Emotions are continually affecting our thought process and decisions, below the level of our awareness. And the most common emotion of them all is the desire for pleasure and the avoidance of pain. We imagine we are looking for truth, or being realistic, when in fact we are holding on to ideas that bring a release of tension and soothe our egos.”Here are a few that can keep us from being rational. * Confirmation Bias: “I am impartial and don't look for evidence to confirm how I think.” * Conviction Bias: “I'm usually right, or I believe it so strongly it must be true.” * Appearance Bias: “I see people as they are. I don't let their appearance sway my perspective.” * Group Bias: “I'm able to make up my mind despite belonging to groups (cultural, social, etc).” * Blame Bias: “External factors are what is wrong. I couldn't have done anything about it.” * Superiority Bias: “I'm more ethical, kinder, smarter, etc.” (note: you usually wouldn't say these out loud or maybe even to yourself) If you think you are immune to these, that's your irrationality talking. You, me, and even Gramma are susceptible to all of these (and more).Beware of Inflaming FactorsGreene highlights five inflaming factors that exacerbate our irrationality. 1. Trigger points from childhood 2. Sudden gains or losses 3. Rising pressure 4. Inflaming individuals 5. Group effect. I want to talk about two. Trigger Points from ChildhoodThe older I get and the more work I do on myself, the more I see this. As parents, we all do the best we can. I know mine did, but that doesn't mean scars are any less real. Even if I've made them up. Greene lays out a salient example. “Take, for example, a young man who had a distant, narcissistic, mother. As an infant or child, they experienced her coldness as abandonment, and to be abandoned must mean he was somehow unworthy of her love. Or similarly a new sibling on the scene caused his mother to give him less attention, which he equally experienced as abandonment. Later in life, in a relationship, a woman might hint disapproval of some trait or action of his, all of which is part of a healthy relationship. This will hit a trigger point - she is noticing his flaws, which, he imagines precedes her abandonment of him. He feels a powerful rush of emotion, a sense of imminent betrayal. He does not see the source of this; it is beyond his control. He overreacts, accuses, withdraws, and all of which lead to the very thing he feared - abandonment. His reaction was to some reflection in his mind, not to the reality. This is the height of irrationality.”Action: Spend real-time working to understand how your past influences your present. History is not fact; it is a story told by someone and is not always true. A professional is beneficial here. Rising PressureFrom my post, In Calm, Strength, When walking in the forest during the day, you see everything. You see every tree, bird, and detail in color and three dimensions.As night comes, you start to lose clarity. The world flattens. You aren't sure what you see ahead. Is it a tree? A bush? A monster? Stress takes us from day to night, from clear skies to cloudy. The fog rolls in, and we don't realize it.We don't see the trees for what they are: trees. They aren't monsters. We don't slow down to ask questions of ourselves or others. With stress, our judgment gets worse. Things spiral as we keep spinning stories. Worse yet, it starts spreading to our people.And from Greene, “Never imagine that you are someone who can withstand rising stress without emotional leakage. It is not possible. But through self-awareness and reflection you can prevent yourself from making decisions you will regret.” Action: Get to know yourself. I know when my pulse increases. I can feel the tightening in my chest. That is my cue to say and do as little as possible. My judgment is getting worse as my stress increases. And while it's a cliche, count to ten. If you are really stressed, count to 100. Whatever you do, respond, don't react. Strategies Toward Bringing Out The Rational SelfGreene gives us the following advice: “Know yourself thoroughly. The emotional self thrives on ignorance. Your first step toward the rational is always inward.”Do you know when you are stressed? We all say we want to get better, but do you look at where you have gotten it wrong and take responsibility? How can you do it differently? Don't let Blame Bias own you. Look in the mirror. “Examine your emotions to their roots...Dig below any trigger points and see where they start…Your greatest danger here is your ego and it makes you maintain illusions about yourself.” How are your habits (sleep, movement, food, media) impacting your emotions? How is your perspective being driven by your desire to soothe your ego? What are you holding on to from your past that may not be true or at least is not helpful? A journal can help you put it into the world in a safe place. Reading what you write can bring objectivity. “Increase your reaction time…the longer you can take the better, because perspective comes with time…consider this like resistance training - the longer you can resist reacting, the more mental space you have for actual reflection, and the stronger your mind will become.” Some decisions need to be made fast, but most don't. You don't have to respond to that email, that comment, or look. Be honest - “I'm not having a good day. I need to sleep on this, and I know I will be clearer in the morning.”“Accept people as facts… we are continually judging people wishing they were something they are not…we want them to change. Act a certain way, most often the way we think and act.”People are irrational, just like you. Assume positive intent and make it your mission to try to understand their struggles and strengths. Try to see the world from their view, not yours. “Find the optimal balance of thinking and emotion.” Our emotions are what have done the work to create this wonderful world we live in. They also contribute to all that is broken. Greene relates a great metaphor from the ancient Greeks: the rider and the horse. “The horse is our emotional nature continually impelling us to move. This horse has tremendous energy and power, but without a rider, it cannot be guided; it is wild, subject to predators, and continually heading into trouble. The rider is our thinking self. Through training and practice, it holds the reins and guides the horse, transforming its powerful animal energy into something productive. The one without the other is useless. Without the rider no directed movement or purpose. Without the horse, no energy, no power. In most people, the horse dominates, and the rider is weak. In some people, the rider is too strong, holds the reins too tightly, and is afraid to occasionally let the animal go and gallop. The horse and the rider must work together. This means we must consider our actions beforehand; we bring as much thinking, as possible to a situation before we make a decision. But once we decide, what to do, we loosen the reins and enter with boldness and spirit of adventure. Instead of being slaves to this energy, we channel it that is the essence of rationality.” Take care. You aren't alone.

In this episode, the hosts discuss the benefits of strength training and its role in building a healthy lifestyle. They share personal anecdotes, insights, and practical tips for incorporating strength training into daily routines. The conversation touches on the mental and physical benefits of exercise, the importance of starting slow and gradually increasing intensity, and the various options available for strength training. Listeners are encouraged to take steps towards preventive health measures and to find a fitness routine that works for them. Key Points: Boredom and the need for physical activity in childhoodThe benefits of having a home gymPersonal experiences with weight training and its impact on your mental healthThe cognitive and neuroprotective benefits of strength trainingPreventive measures for age-related health issuesTips for maximizing strength training routinesDifferent types of strength training and their purposesThe importance of personalized guidance and seeking professional help if neededThe announcement of an upcoming fitness program by the host Quotes: "Exercising for an hour is like taking a 24-hour antidepressant pill." [00:30:33] "You have the ability to reverse the health issues you're facing. It's never too late to start." [00:32:28] Links Mentioned: www.amycassels.com https://twitter.com/amy_cassels?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/acassels/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBzoQfLNzz_ieatgaoWDTcw

Episode Highlights With LenoreHow she initially rose to fame by letting her child ride the subway alone and how she got the title “America's worst mom” because of itThe way we got to a point where we're afraid to let our kids do things that many of us remember doingCrime is lower now than when we were kids so why are we more worried?Two big things that happened in the 1980s that shifted parenting in the USBig factors that have influenced why we have more fear around parenting nowWhy we all have the desire to keep our kids safe but the downsides of an over curated childhoodThe negative effects of over curated childhood for childrenWhy more kids are having depression and anxiety and how kids feeling underestimated can contribute to thisHow too much control is harming children and why kids need an internal locus of controlIndependence, responsibility, and trust all help contribute to this internal locus of control for kidsWhat the Let Grow Project is and the free resources they haveHow to rewire your own fears as a parent to feel safe in letting our kids have more independenceResources We MentionFree-Range Kids: How Parents and Teachers Can Let Go and Let Grow by Lenore SkenazyLet Grow WebsiteLittle Women by Louisa May AlcottFree to Learn by Peter GrayThe Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan HaidtRange: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein

*Trigger warning: body image, eating disorders and self harm are discussed in this episode.On this solo episode of The NO Bullsh*t Manifestation Show, Kat talks about:Things affecting your manifestations that you may not realizeHealing your relationship to yourself and your bodyBeing bullied throughout childhoodThe development of the subconscious mind Diet culture and how it perpetuates eating disordersRecognizing patterns in your life that are hard to face Exposing your shadowHow your past traumas can serve as motivatorsConnecting to your feminine energyWhat happens when you prioritize yourselfIf this episode resonated with you, or you know it will help someone else - please share it. Your support of the show is how I can continue to make this show better and better.If you are interested in how you can work with Kat & gain her support, check out the resources linked down below:Join the waitlist for The Abundant *AF* Babe Academy: https://www.katcozadd.com/academyPodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/thenobsmanifestationshowKat's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katcozaddcoaching/

The victim of sexual assault and being almost murdered talks openly about:Her not-so-easy childhoodThe length of time she knew her boyfriend before the tragedy that she became part of that included how the morning started, what she saw when she walked into her boyfriend's apartment, and all the horrific events that transpired after being locked in.The moment she escaped and where she went. What he was found guilty of, the appeal process, and Ashley's thoughts on the justice system. Were there warning signs prior and how she is coping with all the PTSD, depression, and anxiety.Her book “Finding Strength Through Tragedy” being part of her healing process. Is there strength in trauma? Did this horrific crime teach Ashely anything? The challenges she still encounters and has she been able to have relationships since? Ashley Michelle Links:Website: https://ashleyinspires.com/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ashleyinspires8770Buy book- Finding Strength Through Tragedy: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Strength-Through-Tragedy-Michelle/dp/0995898626/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JSXZEWNWLH68&keywords=Finding+strength+through+tragedy-+ashley&qid=1676577807&sprefix=finding+strength+through+tragedy-+ashley%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1 Free As a Tee:  https://freeasatee.com/ Before the Lights Podcast Links:Become a BTL Member: https://www.beforethelightspod.com/supportTHE LIGHT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_cBUd3MLwoejlVpn5Vt9JAHire Tommy to Speak: https://www.beforethelightspod.com/public-speakingjeBuy Tommy a glass of vino here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/beforethelightsSupport the showFollow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforethelightspodcast/Follow the show on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/beforethelightspodcast/Follow the show on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beforethelightspodcast?lang=enFollow Tommy on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/tcanale3Rate & Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/before-the-lights/id1501245041Email the host: beforethelightspod@gmail.com

Mauro Porcini is PepsiCo's first ever Chief Design Officer. He joined the food & beverage corporation in 2012 and in said role, he is infusing design thinking into PepsiCo's culture and is leading a new approach to innovation by design that impacts the company's product platforms and brands, which include Pepsi, Lay's, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, Sodastream, Doritos, Lifewtr, Bubly, Aquafina, Cheetos, Quaker, 7Up, Mirinda, amongst many others. His focus extends from physical to virtual expressions of the brands, including product, packaging, events, advertising, fashion and art collaborations, retail activation, architecture, and digital media. He leads teams based in New York City, Purchase, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles, Orlando, Miami, London, Dublin, Moscow, Il Cairo, New Delhi, Shanghai, Bangkok, Mexico City, Sao Paulo, and Cape Town. Mauro is the host of his own successful video podcast “In your shoes - with Mauro Porcini” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube, where he interviews inspiring personalities from the creative community worldwide. Since 2020, he has been a presenter and judge on the TV show “New York by Design” and “America by Design”, airing on CBS and Amazon Prime Video. In 2021 his first book was published, in Italian: “L'età dell'eccellenza – Come innovazione e creatività possono costruire un mondo migliore” (Il Saggiatore). His first book in English, “The Human Side of Innovation. The Power of People in Love with People” (Berrett-Koehler), focusing on innovation, design, and leadership, launched in October 2022.Prior to joining PepsiCo, Mauro served as the first ever Chief Design Officer at 3M, where his mission was to build and nurture a design-sensitive culture in a technology-driven global corporation. His teams, based in the U.S., Italy, China, and Japan, won many of the world's most prestigious design and innovation awards. Mauro began his professional career at Philips Design and then created his own design firm, Wisemad Srl, in Italy with the celebrated entertainment producer and music star Claudio Cecchetto. His work on wearable technologies has been showcased at the Louvre in Paris as well as the Seoul Art Center. Over the years he has been on the board of directors for several organizations. Currently, he is the President of the Politecnico of Milan Foundation in the United States (Fellows of Politecnico), sits on the board of directors of the Design Management Institute of Boston, and on the advisory council of other design, art, innovation, and business institutions. Mauro is a fashion lover, but not a fashion addict – regardless of his collection of more than 300 pairs of shoes. He lives between New York City and the Hamptons with his wife Carlotta, with their daughter Beatrice, and with their two Pomeranians, Leone, and Bella.Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:How Mauro grew upThe values instilled in him by his parentsThe artistic and cultural impact of his childhoodThe people who had the greatest influence on Mauro's life journeyHow dimensions of design and innovation fuse with humanity in Mauro's bookWhat drives his work at PepsiCoHow Mauro refers to conflict as dialogue and the meaning it holdsThe importance of both storytelling and cultureWhich type of books most inspire MauroIn this episode…Mauro Porcini grew up in a town called Baris in Italy, about one hour from Milan, in a family obsessed with both culture and knowledge and the idea of kindness. This led him to study design in university with dreams of becoming a writer. Today, he has a wide-ranging career that involves both design and authorship.Mauro worked in design in companies from Milan to Minnesota before eventually landing at PepsiCo to become their Chief Design Officer. The kinds of values important to him, imbued from childhood and his own expansive life journey, involve dreaming, innovating, being kind and resilient, all these themes that he explores in his book “The Human Side of Innovation”. In this episode of What CEOs Talk About, host Martin Hunter and guest Mauro Porcini discuss Mauro's celebrated career, his thoughts on design and innovation, the journey to always achieve something larger, choosing the right people for a company, and how love is a vital ingredient for success. The conversation reveals the depths of Mauro's insight and passion: it's both inspirational and aspirational.Resources mentioned in this episode:URGEOContact email: info@urgeo.comMartin Hunter on LinkedInMauro Porcini on LinkedInMauro Porcini Pepsico Design + InnovationMauro Porcini on Instagram‘In Your Shoes with Mauro Porcini' podcast‘The Human Side of Innovation: The Power of People in Love with People' by Mauro Porcini‘The Village Saturday Night' poem by Count Giacomo Leopardi‘Leonardo da Vinci' by Walter Issacson‘Einstein: His Life and Universe' by Walter Issacson‘Steve Jobs' by Walter Issacson‘Losing My Virginity' by Richard Branson‘Finding My Virginity' by Richard Branson‘Shoe Dog' by Phil KnightResources recommended for CEOs and leaders:Monday.comBambooHRSponsor for this podcast...This podcast is brought to you by URGEO, Operational excellence in action through the Are you Ready Program!Are you READY to free up your time?Optimize your Organization?Grow revenue and reduce costs?Build your leadership team?Partnering with organizations like yours, we work with you to implement our proven methodology designed to transform your operations, while providing accurate advice and support for real success.Translating strategy into frontline operations, URGEO helps leaders and the people within their organization excel at safe, on-time, on-budget and on-spec delivery. 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There are many synonyms for pain. You can call it anxiety, stress, irritation, struggles, overwhelm… the list goes on and on. No matter what you call it, the same parts of the brain are being activated. Emotional pain can feel like physical pain, and there is no way to completely avoid it. In this episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we sat down with Dr. Julia DiGangi to talk about how to embrace the idea of pain rather than avoid it so that you can begin to take back your power. Dr. Julia DiGangi is a neuropsychologist who works with leaders, corporate teams and couples to address pain in their lives. An expert in the brain's relationship with stress, resilience and relationships, she applies her expertise to help leaders think differently about their relationships, the pain they can cause, and what *actually* works to solve interpersonal problems.  From overwhelmed corporate leaders to traumatized couples to dysfunctional teams, Dr. Julia has taught thousands to create a new relationship with their brain and, subsequently, improve their relationships with the people around them. By helping people understand the brain in new ways, she empowers people to achieve the interpersonal effectiveness they desire.   She is regularly the keynote speaker for corporate, healthcare, government and educational audiences, is presently writing a book for Harvard Business Review titled “From Pain to Progress: The Neuroscience of Smart Leadership in Tough Times” and has also given a TEDx talk on the relationship between our brains and stress. In today's episode we cover: Different types of painWhy it's so important to talk about painTackling pain to get back home to yourselfThe Pain TreeHumiliation and feelings of unworthinessThe power of a situation in childhoodThe difference between physical and emotional painEmotional intelligence and connectionThe importance of harnessing our emotional energy for goodExperiencing the emotional shakeIf you are interested in learning how to harness emotional energy to become a more powerful version of yourself, make sure to watch for Dr. DiGangi's book.  You can follow her on Instagram or LinkedIn to stay connected. Thanks again for tuning in. We are so grateful to each and every one of you. Please remember to leave a rating and review of our show. It helps us grow and reach those who need it. Also, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links: Check out her websiteFollow her on Instagram  Connect with her on LinkedInFollow her on YouTubeWatch her Tedx TalkFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokGet in touch: amgits.reverse@gmail.com“It's only when we understand our pain that we can access our power.” –Dr. Julia DiGangi“Breaking cycles takes a lot of work and it takes a lot of self-reflection.” -Erik“It is actually that simple sometimes for us to take back the power in our brains.” -Marc

Viewing our challenges as a blessing can be one of the most powerful mindset shifts we can make. Instead of viewing each occurrence that we perceive to be negative as something that happens to us and feeling like a victim, we can use that challenge, embrace it, and look deep to find the lesson it is meant to teach us and shape us. Today's guest is a very inspiring woman that has taken life's challenges, harnessed their power, and viewed them as aspects of her life that were meant to teach her something very valuable. She will teach you all about the power of allowing things to come into your life instead of always driving forward and trying to control every little aspect of each day. Angela Bradford is an entrepreneur with a beautiful outlook on life and the hardships she has experienced. Listen in as she shares her positivity and how she was able to let go of fear for good. Key highlights:Angela's backstory and childhoodThe hardships she has experienced including a difficult childhood and being diagnosed with MSAll fear is future basedIn the weakness is where we find our strength You can't truly love someone if you don't love yourselfAll about Angela's business The concept of allowing things to come into your life instead of always driving forwardOur challenges can be the best thing to happen to usConnect with Angela:Instagram: @realangelabradfordConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw Casac

Dr. Emily Oster, author of The Family Firm, Expecting Better and Cribsheet, has dedicated her career to discovering the hard, data-backed truths about parenting strategies. In this episode of POTC, she delivers some of those parenting truths to you. Emily then delights Yael by going beyond the world of data-driven parenting to discuss how to ask good questions in complicated parts of life (and how to answer them!). Emily also shares tools for gathering good information from the media—even if you aren't someone with a science background. Join the conversation as Yael and Emily discuss The Family Firm and making wise choices within very complicated life roles. Listen and Learn: Yael and Jill discuss strategies to approaching thorny parenting decisionsDifferences between parenting in early versus middle years of childhoodThe benefits to thinking about family, co-parenting, and marriage as a firmHow Emily's family has applied this data to their personal lives (and her family's mission statement!)Practical advice for staying engaged as a parent while maintaining a demanding careerThe importance of framing good questions and evidence-based strategies for doing soThe Family Firm approach to making decisions: The Four F'sWhat the data says about social pressure and extracurricularsConsideration of how scientists should be interacting with systems outside of science Emily's personal experience with being outspoken about data with people who have strong feelings otherwiseHow those interested in evidence can interact with media in ways that are less biasedThe inside scoop on Emily's data-driven newsletter Resources: Pick up your copy of Emily's book, The Family Firm: A Data-Driven Guide to Better Decision Making in the Early School Years!Sign up for Emily's newsletter, Parent Data.Check out this article on AlloparentingLearn about the Sunk Cost Fallacy. Read Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother by Amy Chua Check out Debbie, Yael, and Jill's websites to access their offerings, sign up for their newsletters, buy their books, and more!  About Emily Oster: Emily Oster, PhD, is a Professor of Economics at Brown University and the author of Expecting Better, Cribsheet, and The Family Firm. She holds a PhD in Economics from Harvard. Prior to being at Brown she was on the faculty at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Oster's academic work focuses on health economics and statistical methods. She is interested in understanding why consumers do not always make “rational” health choices — why do people not eat a fully healthy diet, or pursue all recommended preventative health behaviors? Her work also concerns methods for learning causal effects from observational data. Sign up for her newsletter and check out her website for all the most recent updates on data related to pregnancy and parenting! Related Episodes:  Episode 33. Couples with Young Children: Relationship Challenges and Strategies with Yael SchonbrunEpisode 86. Mom Brain with Ilyse Dobrow DiMarcoEpisode 87. Cribsheet with Emily OsterEpisode 143. Happier Parenting KJ Dell'AntoniaEpisode 149. How Not Lose It with Your Kids with Carla NaumburgEpisode 200. Growing Grit with Angela DuckworthEpisode 214. How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Jerks with Melinda Wenner MoyerEpisode 223. Mom Brain Returns with Ilyse Dobrow DiMarcoEpisode 235. The Urge: The Shaping of Addiction & Mental Health with Carl Erik Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can one person juggle a husband being deployed, having toddler twin boys at home, and a demanding job that has her traveling 60% of the year? Award-winning Leadership and Sales Performance Coach Danielle Cobo tells listeners what it was like and gives first-hand insight into the lives of military families.You'll hear:About her shocking childhoodThe journey of going from practically homeless as a teenager to leading a team for a Fortune 500 company as a young adultHow she unexpectedly became a military wifeWhat makes the service and sacrifice of military families so difficult and praiseworthyHer expert advice for anyone trying to balance the pulls of work and familyAbout her top-performing podcast, Dream Job with Danielle Cobo*Plus, you'll hear why Jeff absolutely loves and respects military families, as well as his take on the top 5 worst jobs in America.Learn more about Danielle and connect at https://www.daniellecobo.com/Listen to her Dream Job podcast HERE-Leave a review of the UNBEATABLE podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people!To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don't. fill out this 5-minute survey. Thanks in advance!-Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide, a collection of writings and words of wisdom to keep your mental, emotional, and spiritual health in tact. It was written for warriors facing combat, but it applies to anyone facing life's greatest challenges.

YAY! We've got a fellow Hashimoto's Warrior on the pod! Rachel and I are sitting down to talk ALL things Hashimoto's and Hypothyrodisim. I hope this helps you feel seen and validated in your experience as well as giving you practical tips on how to THRIVE with autoimmune thyroid disease.In this episode, we cover: Rachel's dysfunctional and traumatic childhoodThe early warning signs of her thyroid issuesWhat her thyroid rock bottom felt like (with thyroid antibodies of over 1300!)Becoming her own advocate and taking responsibility for her healthWhat changes she made to her life and priorities in order to healHow's she's changed as a person (for the better!)How going gluten-free eliminated a lot of her symptomsProgress isn't linear: how to evolve your approach over timeRachel's experience with going from disordered eating and exercise to finding nourishment and balanceLearning to accept herselfRachel's mental health journeyHashimoto's, pregnancy and motherhood during the pandemicHow to keep going when you're struggling with Hashimoto'sAnd more!P.S. If you're looking for some FREE support on healing Hashimoto's holistically with someone who has done so personally and professionally (me!), then sign up for my free LIVE masterclass: How to Get Hashimoto's Into Remission in 3 Steps... REGISTER AT THE LINK BELOWhttps://mojohealthspace.podia.com/masterclasses Can't wait to see you there, sista! Sarah xoxSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mojohealthspace)

Do you have a hard time making decisions and trusting your choices?  Making mistakes DOESN'T mean anything about you. In this episode, I talk about why this might be happening and share 3 tips on how to heal wounds of indecision.  ** You're invited! Request to join our FREE community on Facebook for bonus content**https://www.facebook.com/groups/theinnerchildpodcastEpisode Highlights: Reasons why you might have trouble making decisions and the inner child roots that come from your childhoodThe key to making more, and better choices for yourselfThe importance of reframing the *meaning* that you associate with mistakes (why it doesn't mean you are incompetent, dumb, or make poor choices!)How to treat decision making as a skill that needs to be exercised and developedAre you a High Achiever or entrepreneur who wants to attract and create the lasting, romantic relationship of your dreams, but unhealed emotional baggage is getting in the way?

Daniel Arthur Smith is a USA Today & Wall Street Journal best selling author, who's titles include Spectral Shift, Hugh Howey Lives, The Cathari Treasure and The Somali Deception, among others. He also curates the short fiction series Tales From The Canyons of The Damned.Daniel was raised in Michigan and graduated from Western Michigan University where he studied philosophy. Along his career journey he's worked as a bartender, barista, poetry house proprietor, teacher, and technologist for Fortune 100 companies across America & Europe.Whether or not you've read one of Daniel's works, you probably have made use of a technology he helped develop during his IT career, which is one of the many subjects we cover in our conversation. Here's some of the other topics we discussed:The role of books in Daniel's childhoodThe power and importance of perspectiveThe unique experience of growing up in Michigan in the 80's and how  it shaped Daniel and his career pathThe problems with ‘settling'How Daniel got stuck in his IT career for longer than he wanted toThe important role writing plays in his life beyond a careerConnect with Daniel:Email: daniel@danielsarthursmith.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DanielArthurSmithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielsmiConnect with Steve:Email: steve@sensitiverebel.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/thesensitiverebel

In this episode Erin is joined by Felice Minkin for a conversation centered around connecting to your authentic voice + living in alignment with your true being. Felice is an Intuitive Holistic Alignment Coach who empowers people to find their Authentic Voice through their body’s messages and intuition. She is also an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Yoga Teacher RYT200, Reiki Master Practitioner and Meditation Teacher.She shares the tools she’s learned along the way that helped her amplify her intuition, learn her body’s messages, become healthy and break out of old limiting stories that kept her stuck and accepting ‘crumbs’ in her life. Felice integrates mindfulness, meditation, breath-work, inner child work, energy work, sound healing and mindset training into her coaching and services.She supports her clients in gently exposing what is ready to come to light, helps to tie in their current challenges with the larger patterns in their life. Her main belief is that when you are aligned with your Truth (soul), you can create a vibrant, radiant, fulfilled, fully-expressed life!What we discuss in this episodeAlchemizing life lessonsConnecting to your true voice + intuitionCoping mechanisms developed from childhoodThe power of sharing your storyMother-woundImportance of forgivenessHow dis-ease arises within the bodyTapping into compassionDeveloping gratitude for your triggered reactions Bodies being indicatorsSurrendering into the momentDivine feminine & masculine+ so much moreDon't forget to subscribe so you're alerted whenever a new episode releases!How to Connect + Work with FeliceInstagram @byfelice_wellnessLinktree: https://linktr.ee/ByfeliceCrystals, An Exploration Workshop 5/1/21 Reiki Crystal Meditation Wednesdays 7:45pm  Private Facebook group, Vibrant-Radiant Life Apply for a Vibrant Radiant Alignment callFacebookYouTubeFelice’s Book RecommendationsUntethered Soul by Michael SingerYou Can Heal Your Life by Louise HayThe Dark Side of the Light Chasers by Debbie Ford I Can See Clearly Now by Wayne Dyer Connect with Erin:NEW + IMPROVED WEBSITE erinpanzarella.comall the goods LinkTreeinstagram @erinpanzarellafacebook community Soul Connections + Insights with Erinemail erin@erinpanzarella.comreddit: @erinpanzarellaclubhouse: @erinpanzarellaTo enter my monthly giveaway for a chance to win a free energy healing session, screenshot your 5-star rating and review on apple podcasts and send it to erin@erinpanzarella.com.To book a session + connect more + sign up for my newsletter which gives you access to exclusive discounts + insights, go to my website or linktree below!_music by Outmind @outmindbeatsnew podcast cover art by @stephaniechinnart

I think we all can agree we learn a lot from our parents, for better or for worse.And growing up with an entrepreneur father, I learned a lot about life AND business that I still take with me to this day.On today's episode, I am sharing the 3 biggest lessons I learned from being a second generation entrepreneur, and how they have made an impact on my business today.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:How I was taught to look at opportunitiesWhat happened when I confronted my dad about my childhoodThe secret he taught me about time that I will never forgetThe reason I have a koi fish tattoo (which he hates, btw)Btw if you haven't checked out our new website, thelaunchfixpodcast.com you don't want to miss it! You can catch the shownotes, fun info about what is coming up, AND leave us a voice message to be featured on the show! Just go to thelaunchfixpodcast.com and click on the microphone and start talking!When you finish listening, I'd love to hear what you think! Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, share it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @jess.oconnell_ ! Or join us in the Facebook group to share your takeaways! Subscribe and Review!Thank you so much for tuning in, and see you here next time on The Launch Fix Podcast!! Make sure you're subscribed so you're the first to know as soon as new episodes drop, and to get access to exclusive bonus content we reserve only for our subscribers.When you leave us a five-star review, we might feature it on an upcoming episode and give YOU a shout out right here on the show! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what you love most about the podcast. Your reviews really do help people find the show, and I LOVE hearing from listeners like you!Follow us!www.jessoconnell.comhttps://www.instagram.com/jess.oconnell_/https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelaunchfixpodcast

Ο Γιώργος και η Ελεάννα καλούν στο στούντιο τον φίλο τους Ιούλιο και συζητούν μαζί του πώς είναι να μεγαλώνεις ως trans αγόρι σε ελληνικό σχολείο. Στο ίδιο επεισόδιο μοιράζεται την ιστορία του ο Αμερικανός RJ o οποίος ενώ γεννήθηκε κορίτσι, πάντα ένιωθε ότι είναι αγόρι και ο Μάρκος που περιγράφει τις δικές του δυσκολίες με την δυσφορία φύλου. Ένα επεισόδιο που εστιάζει στο κομμάτι της αποδοχής για όλους εκείνους που δεν αυτοπροσδιορίζονται ως προς το κοινωνικό τους φύλο με τον ίδιο τρόπο με το βιολογικό τους φύλο. Το Sex Education podcast είναι μία παραγωγή του pod.gr  σε συνεργασία με την Στέγη του Ιδρύματος Ωνάση.Παρουσιαστές: Γιώργος Αραβώσης, Ελεάννα ΠαπαδοκωστάκηΕπιστημονικοί Συνεργάτες: -Ιωάννα Γιαννοπούλου, επίκουρη καθηγήτρια Παιδοψυχιατρικής της Ιατρικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών-Μαργαρίτα Γερούκη, εκπαιδευτικός, διδάκτωρ του Πανεπιστημίου του Ελσίνκι-Αναστάσης Σπηλιάδης, ψυχολόγος, επισκέπτης λέκτορας του Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience στο King's College του ΛονδίνουΤα στοιχεία που αναφέραμε σ᾽αυτό το επεισόδιο είναι από:The Trans Train 2 Trans Kids: It's Time To TalkTransgender Kids: Who Knows Best?Memorandum of Understanding on Conversion Therapy in the UK The Gender Affirmative Model: What We Know and What We Aim to Learn 'Taking the lid off the box': The value of extended clinical assessment for adolescents presenting with gender identity difficultiesGender dysphoria in childhoodThe complexity of childhood gender dysphoriaEthical issues arising in the provision of medical interventions for gender diverse children and adolescentsEvidence for a Change in the Sex Ratio of Children Referred for Gender Dysphoria: Data From the Gender Identity Development Service in London (2000–2017)Initial Clinical Guidelines for Co-Occurring Autism Spectrum Disorder and Gender Dysphoria or Incongruence in Adolescents

Jaquira Díaz was born in Puerto Rico. Her work has been published in Rolling Stone, the Guardian, Longreads, The Fader, and T: The New York Times Style Magazine, and included in The Best American Essays 2016. She is the recipient of the 2019 Whiting Award in Nonfiction for “Ordinary Girls,” two Pushcart Prizes, an Elizabeth George Foundation grant, and fellowships from the MacDowell Colony, the Kenyon Review, and the Wisconsin Institute for Creative Writing. She lives in Miami Beach with her partner, the writer Lars Horn.Things Discussed:Growing up in Puerto RicoComing out to a Catholic familyThe tensions between the white and black sides of her family during childhoodThe silence around sexual violenceEthnic and racial identity - What am I?Practicing Catholicism and being gayEven the hardest family stories can give us strengthThe publishing industryRacism and learning to understand one anotherResources:Jaquira's new memoir, “Ordinary Girls”Jaquira on InstagramJaquira's websiteBella Figura websiteDolores on Instagram

Wellness is a wonderful thing but what about when it becomes exclusive to some? Today’s guest, Kira West, joins me for a discussion on making wellness inclusive to all and creating change in the racial disparity of our society. She dives into what it’s been like to experience the surge in awareness around the Black Lives Matter movement as well as how she identifies true allyship. Kira explains what the discussions on race consisted of as she was growing up and how to continue those today. Her mindset on moving forward means taking accountability for change in both ourselves and the world around us. Kira is a voice to amplify and listen to for anyone willing to do the work and be part of the change for racial equality. In this episode we discuss: The surge of support after the recent BLM movementHow she identifies true allyship in othersLearning about race during childhoodThe pressure to conform and change aspects of her identityThe age prejudice she faced in careersRedefining what wellness meansMaking wellness inclusive to allMoving forward and creating change in raceTo connect with Kira find her @bykwest and I’m @emilyfeikls and @letsthrivepodcast

David Key is an Amazon #1 Best Selling Author, Award Winning Coach, Principles Teacher, NLP Trainer and Master Trainer of Hypnosis dedicated to helping people realise their goals both personally and professionally. Over the last few years some 55,000 people from over 40 countries have invested in one of David's award-winning, dynamic and innovative online and in-room coaching programs.Now David is teaching a new understanding in psychology - The Three Principles. Through coaches like David Key it has the power to transform the world.A leading teacher and practitioner of the revolutionary new paradigm known as The Three Principles, David was one of a select group of coaches to be personally mentored by Doctor George Pransky, the man who was famously described by English philosopher and writer Colin Wilson as "the greatest psychological mind of our time".The Principles - in David's own words - have 'turned conventional Freudian analysis on its head, sweeping away a century of misunderstandings about the way in which we human beings experience and process reality'.The insights he has gained have transformed David's life, both personally and professionally, and he now spends all his time taking the message to other trainers and coaches, to businesses and private individuals.David is also Ambassador for A Slice of Happiness - This is a pro bono program specifically designed to transform the mental health and well-being of the homeless population. (This is a pilot research project funded by 3GPRC)David lives in Hertfordshire with his wife and two daughters.In this episode we discuss:His journey from challenging roots in childhoodThe transformational insight that got him into personal developmentThe grief and then unexpected turnaround in his marriage that came from an affair The pivotal moment than woke him up to where his experience was coming fromHow we moved from being thick skinned and self-protective to being open to all life bringsNeeding to learn to be a loserBeing caught up in a story of what a good dad looks likeHow stress and rumination take you away from the present momentThe impossibility of predicting the futureHow we all search for peace of mind, but don't know itThe intellect vs inspirationYou can find out more about David at www.davidkey.comJoin us in our community at: www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdad and apply to be on the podcast here: www.heartofdad.com/contact

Oh man. I wasn't going to post this episode.In fact, during this conversation, I repeatedly found myself opening up and saying things I was not comfortable sharing.But since this is The School of Greatness, I knew I had to share all the lessons I am privileged to learn myself, even the ones that aren't comfortable.What could I have been talking about that was so scary to share?Relationships . . . of course.I met today's guest, Neil Strauss, after he had already been a NYT bestselling author 7 times.He is best known for becoming a pick up artist by going underground into the world of that game for 2 years and then writing a book about what he learned.But by the time I met him, he was happily engaged to his now wife, and those days were behind him.In this episode, we started by talking about his new book, which counters his former bestseller, revealing the uncomfortable truth about what makes relationships work.Soon into the conversation, however, the tables turned and we started discussing my experiences in relationships.Not the kind of thing I was expecting to discuss for thousands of people to hear.However, I learned so much from just this one conversation with Neil about myself, my relationships, and how to improve my future ones, that I knew I couldn't keep it to myself.Here's the raw, vulnerable truth about relationships, my life, and the lessons Neil Strauss has learned from his own in Episode 242.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why our parents' relationship deeply affects our own perceptions of intimacyHow our brain templates are formed in young childhoodThe power of removing blame from your parents for what isn't working in your relationshipsWhat pathological accommodation is (and how it sabotages relationships)The importance of recognizing your own issues, not your partner'sHow you can create a conscious coupling (just like you can create a conscious uncoupling)Plus much more...Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dympna Kennedy shares why listening is the best thing to do. The mother, author, entrepreneur and child psychology expert has a simple and reassuring approach to parenting: parents need to listen to their children, rather than simply telling them what and what not to do at every moment. On a recent episode of Communicator, Dympna and I met to chat about how traditional, authoritative parenting styles are leading to generations of adults that are stressed, have trouble connecting and continue to perpetuate an unhealthy parenting style.Dympna is the founder of Creating Balance, an organisation that for more than 18 years has been at the forefront of promoting mindful, emotionally intelligent parenting. In addition to being a certified Circle of Security Parent Educator, founder of the SSSIB Parenting Program, and having a host of other qualifications, she is an incredibly gifted and devoted early childhood expert. In this episode, Dympna and I delve into some of the profound insights that are changing the way parents treat their children.We also get into the following:Why 1 in 4 babies has notable mental health issues before their first birthdayHow to be both a friend and protector for your childrenWhy every parent already knows how to make their children calm and happyA newer, more intelligent definition of “respect”How the way an adult treats children is indicative of their own childhoodThe four key personality traits of a good parentHow to curb attention-seeking behaviour in childrenWhy too many adults are “fairweather parents” Links:Dympna Kennedy - LinkedInCreating Balance

In this episode of the Thriving Children Podcast, Clare chats with Gerda Foster about play deprivation. Gerda is a Criminologist, who works in a maximum security jail.  This is a conversation about many things but ultimately, our pressing need as human beings to both play and connect.Listen in to hear:The connection between prison inmates and missed play experiences during childhoodThe role of play in rehabilitationWhy bullies need our compassionThe importance of self directed play and boredomWhy laughter is the best medicineLinks for this episode:Free Range Kids by Lenore SkenazyA Year of Slow Food bookLaughter Yoga AustraliaJoin Clare’s Thriving Children Facebook CommunityMusic by BenSound.com

“I think God is saying, ‘Go, just go! You get but one round in this world. Go and be everything that you are supposed to be.’”– Matthew GewirtzIn this episode, you’ll hear about:My guest Matthew, and the spiritual call that runs in his family and led him to realise his wish as a five-year-old boy to become a Rabbi.Matthew Gewirtz is a Senior Rabbi of the Congregation B’nai Jeshurun in New Jersey. He is also the author of The Gift of Grief: Finding Peace, Transformation, and Renewed Life after Great Sorrow.Guest: Matthew GewirtzHosted By: Kitty WatersThis fantastic podcast will give you an insight and direction into grief as a precious human experience and into the importance of cultivating gratitude in doubtful and scary times.Episode TopicsA lost childhoodThe paradox of the egoTransformation as a breakthrough9/11Saying “yes” like Shonda RhimesLooking in the mirrorYou will leave this episode with the knowledge, passion, and purpose to engage with your pain and vulnerability, letting them teach you wisdom and self-clarity.For more MATTHEW GEWIRTZ go to Matthew-D-GewirtzThe GOLDEN Details: Subscribe to the podcast in iTunesFor more KITTY TALKS:Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @kittytalksJoin our group on Facebook and register for more podcasts on our website: www.kittytalks.comRecommended Links & References: Congregation B’Nai Jeshurunthewisdomdaily.com/matt-gewirtzgoodreads.com/ TheGiftofGriefWe love hearing from our Kitty Listeners! If you’ve got a question about today’s episode or want to leave us some inbox love, you can email us at ask@kittytalks.com Or, you can always find Kitty chatting in our Kitty Talks Facebook Community. We would LOVE it if you’d leave a podcast rating or review on iTunes. We also know it can be kind of tricky to figure out. Here are a few step by step instructions on how to leave an iTunes rating or review for a podcast from your iPhone or iPadLaunch Apple’s Podcast app. Tap the Search tab. Search the podcast you want to rate or review. Tap the blue Search key at the bottom right. Tap the album art for the podcast. Tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom. Enter your iTunes password to login. Tap the Stars to leave a rating. Enter title text and content to leave a review. Tap Send. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today on Sexualchemy, Áine is joined by Jewels, the multi-faceted fitness model and author of the raw memoir “The Making of a Woman ''. Jewels shares her story from childhood trauma to now being 14 years sober and liberated in her full sexual expression as a femdom. She's escaped what could've been a life full of shame and fear, and fought her way to being free and creating safe spaces for the people around her, and shares her wisdom on finding your true self. In this episode of Sexualchemy:Finding healing from a traumatic abusive childhoodThe physical, emotional, and spiritual recovery that comes with sobrietyEmbracing fluidity defying categories by refusing to be labeledWhat's it's like being a femdom and creating safe spaces for menFollow Áine:Instagram: @sexualchemyTwitter: @goddess122217Follow Jewels:The Making of a WomanThe Making of a Woman TrailerTwitter: @MakingofJewelsInstagram: @jewelsthemakingofawomanThis show is produced by Soulfire Productions