Podcasts about filtered life

To kick off Regroup Season 2, we're joined by a special guest—Pastor Frank Ramseur. In this episode, he and Pastor Kenny Engels dive into their journey to living a filtered life. They share their journeys, the challenges they've faced, and how the Holy Spirit has guided them—even while starting Calvary Chapel Chattanooga. Tune in for wisdom, encouragement, and a fresh perspective on living a life led by the Spirit.

Happy Friday! Happy Everything Is Content day more importantly! One story that dominated the news cycle this week - the inauguration. Whether we liked it or not, Donald Trump's speech and questionable guest-list was unavoidable. We dived into the rise of the broligarch, our fears for Trump 2.0 and the promises he's already made on trans rights and climate action (i.e. to protect neither).Life is about the light and the dark, but the Molly-Mae doc didn't really offer as many laughs as we'd hoped! Listen to our review of the highly-anticipated 'tell-all' from the UK's influencer-in-chief. Was it as salacious as we wanted?If you haven't already, go listen to our last Everything in Conversation too. Aaaand, give us a rating and a 5* review wherever you listen to us pls, pls, pls. Thank you so much

A Good & Godly life is a Filtered Life.

A Good & Godly life is a Filtered Life.

“Join us live on XYZ now for our sermon 'Father Filtered: He's Committed to It.' Discover how God's love and commitment filter every part of our lives, making us stronger through every challenge. Tap in to hear this powerful message and see how God's promises can transform your life today” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xyz-ministries/support

Today's episode is sponsored by BetterHelp.  Just in case you're thinking about joining that incredible business opportunity selling a life changing product…don't give them your credit card info until you've listened to this A Little Bit Culty remix. We've put together a special Anti-MLM 101 Starter Kit episode with some of our favorite crusaders in the war on schemes, scams, and other internet flim-flams especially for you. Our upline on this one is pretty solid. We dug into our archives and Roberta Blevins came out swinging, so a segment from our Season 2 episode with the LuLa Rich fan fave is at the top of the batting list. She chats with us about the dangers of moldy leggings, #bossbabe energy, pricey sea cruises, other MLM tomfoolery. After Roberta, we move on to a clip from our more recent episode with Emily Lynn Paulson, an author and mother who believes that all MLMs—which form a $180 billion industry—are cults. Spoiler alert: We violently agree. And last but not least, we go all the way back to our Season 1 chat with Douglas Brooks, an attorney and MLM-buster with insights on what it takes to seek justice for people who've been screwed over. Take heart: When prosperity gospel grifters write big checks that their sneaky asses can't cash, there can be legal consequences. NOTES: Roberta Blevins was a Trainer with LuLaRoe, had a team of 75 women under her, and made over $65,000 in bonuses alone. But when she came to the conclusion that it was a rigged, losing game she didn't just leave the business: she testified in the Washington State vs. LuLaRoe Pyramid Scheme lawsuit as a witness for the state. Since leaving MLM, the fan favorite from the LuLaRich series has educated herself on the systemic structure of the business model, the psychological manipulation, the seedy underbelly and governmental ties, the cult indoctrination, and the history of Multi Level Marketing. She educates daily on TikTok, and podcasts in her "free time" on her own podcast, Life After MLM, which explores the dangers of Multi Level Marketing through the eyes of the victims and survivors. Her work has been featured on Amazon Prime Video, Vice Media, Bloomberg News, Split, and Business Insider among others. Learn more on her website or find her on Instagram @therealrobertablevins Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing. She has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it. Paulson has also been featured in major publications such as the Today Show, New York Times, Washington Post, The Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and the Tamron Hall Show. She resides in Central Oregon with her husband and their five children.   Also…Let it be known far and wide, loud and clear that… The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad.   OTHER LINKS: Check out our lovely sponsors Join ‘A Little Bit Culty' on Patreon Get poppin' fresh ALBC Swag Support the pod and smash this link Cult awareness and recovery resources   CREDITS:  Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony Ames Production Partner: Citizens of Sound Producer: Will Retherford Co-Creator & Writer: Jess Tardy Theme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel Asselin  

A conversation with Joey Greer about vocation, entrepreneurship and seeking first the Kingdom as an operating paradigm.

Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing. She has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it. Paulson has also been featured in major publications such as the Today Show, New York Times, Washington Post, The Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and the Tamron Hall Show. She resides in Central Oregon with her husband and their five children. In this enlightening and informative conversation, Emily shares her insights on the manipulative tactics of the multi-level marketing industry from her own personal experiences and explains how sobriety helped give her the perspective needed to leave it. She points out the faux-feminist rhetoric that organizations use to prey on women's emotional and economic vulnerabilities. Throughout the conversation, Rachel and Emily point out the commonalities of MLMs and other high-control groups. Before You Go: Rachel expands on the manipulative concept of "retiring your spouse" that MLMs use to keep people trapped in the cycle of financial abuse. You can find more about Emily and her work at: https://www.emilylynnpaulson.com/ All of Rachel's free informational PDF documents are available here: www.rachelbernsteintherapy.com/pdf.html All of Rachel's video lectures are available for purchase here: www.rachelbernsteintherapy.com/webinar.html To help support the show monthly and get bonus episodes, shirts, and tote bags, please visit: www.patreon.com/indoctrination Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: www.paypal.me/indoctrination Connect with us on Social Media: Twitter: twitter.com/_indoctrination Facebook: www.facebook.com/indoctrinationpodcast Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@indoctrinationpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/indoctrinationpodcast/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/rachelbernsteinlmft You can always help the show for free by leaving a rating on Spotify or a review on Apple/ iTunes. It really helps the visibility of the show

Cracking Open podcast has so many incredible guests lined up for you this season! Today's guest is Emily Paulson – a writer, Certified Professional Recovery Coach, TEDx Speaker, and the Founder of Sober Mom Squad. She is passionate about ending the shame and stigma of mental health and substance use disorders, and her own recovery path is focused on ruthless honesty, grace, self-love, and the belief that sharing our truth with each other is the best resource of all.Emily opens up about her struggle with alcoholism and how it led her to get sucked into the culture of multilevel marketing. This path made her millions but soon felt dishonest and exploitative. Once she got sober, she was able to clearly see the problematic environment of multilevel marketing and the many victims that get caught up in it.She has since authored two books: Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and her newly published book Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing. Emily has given two powerful TEDx talks, challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it. She has also been featured in major publications such as the Today Show, New York Times, Washington Post, The Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and the Tamron Hall Show.Today's episode is ultimately about choosing compassion over shame when you reflect on your past choices. Emily helps us understand that when we feel lonely, afraid, or have unresolved trauma, we often make decisions that we think will lead us to feel connection and "normalcy" but more often than not those decisions only lead us further away from ourselves and our truth. And when we are healed and whole, our decisions and truth become much more clear and help light the way to the life we were always meant to have. Emily's story is one of truth, sobriety, and how to get honest about the world and people around you, but most importantly with yourself.Love,MollyLearn more about Emily Paulson herePurchase Emily's books hereListen to Emily's Tedx Talks hereConnect with Emily on Facebook and Instagram Learn more about Molly Carroll hereConnect with Molly on Instagram and FacebookFeeling Stuck?It's Your Time To Get UNSTUCK3-Month Small Group Coaching ProgramStarting October 5, 2023Book a FREE discovery call with Molly today!

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SUPPORT MY WORK through Patreon!Emily Lynn Paulson discusses her eye-opening memoir, Hey, Hun. Learn how rising to the top of an MLM led to her addiction and recovery in a pyramid scheme.What is the most Googled fact about Emily Lynn Paulson?At the time of this recording, roughly 125 people each month, likely after reading this memoir, ask this question- what MLM was Emily Paulson in?Today we discuss why she chose a fictitious name for her beauty brand, and what she hopes it signals to the reader.Join us in this eye-opening Book Gang episode with Emily Lynn Paulson, author of Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing. Pulled into a high-pressure sales routine, Emily joins the #girlboss community for an MLM beauty brand. Rising to the top of the MLM pyramid required Paulson never to take no for an answer and do anything to sit at the top.As a result, Paulson achieves millionaire status, but it costs her the expense of loved ones, her sobriety, her health, and her moral compass. Emily unveils the darker side of multi-level marketing companies and cult-like ideologies through her well-researched memoir. We also discuss how her relationship with alcohol has changed since this time and the unexpected joy of being sober. If you want to dive deeper into the best books about addiction and recovery, we have you covered in the second part of our conversation.  Emily brings her favorite books, and discusses her best alcohol-free mocktails for your summer. We share our favorite sober memoir moments in today's podcast conversation. Today's BONUS BOOK LIST includes The Best Books on Addiction and Recovery for our summer series that share the magic of a sober life.   This includes fiction, nonfiction, and memoir selections. Meet Emily Lynn PaulsonEmily Lynn Paulson is an accomplished author known for her books "Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life" and "Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing." Her impactful TEDx talks challenge parenting norms, alcohol use, and feminism. Featured in major publications like the Today Show, Tamron Hall Show, and the New York Times, Emily resides in Central Oregon with her husband and five children. Mentioned in this episode:Joining the Patreon community is an affordable way to support the show and gain access to a wealth of resources, including our monthly FULLY BOOKED buzzy new release show, exclusive author interviews, music playlists, and more! Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins VeldezFables BooksHey, Hun by Emily Lynn PaulsonDe Soi Non-Alcoholic AperitifsHoplarkAmy's Favorite Copper MugsBetween Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction by Elizabeth VargasPush Off From Here: Nine Essential Truths to Get You Through Sobriety by Laura McKowenWe Are the Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life by Laura McKowenDrinking Games by Sarah LevyCup of JoIt's Not About the Wine: The Loaded Truth Behind the Mommy Wine Culture by Celeste YvonneThe Ultimate Mom ChallengeDry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating and Hooking Up Without the Booze by Tawny Lara2023 MomAdvice Summer Reading GuideShop the above (Amazon) links or through my Book Gang Bookshop Page!! They pay a 10% commission on every sale and give a matching 10% to independent bookstores. Connect With Us:Connect with Emily on Instagram or her WebsiteConnect with Amy on Instagram, on TikTok, or MomAdviceJoin the MomAdvice Book ClubShop Our Bookish Shirts to support the showBuy Me a Coffee (for a one-time donation)

Hey huns! This week we are joined by author, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Sober Mom Squad, Emily Lynn Paulson. We discuss the dirty details that MLM companies don't want you to know, because, well, they're shady as hell! We also discuss her sobriety and the story behind it. Tune in for another action packed episode! Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing. She has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it.  Right now, CURED is extending an exclusive offer to you, our listeners. You can grab a bag of Serenity gummies for 20% off by visiting www.curednutrition.com/ctc and using coupon code “CTC” at checkout! Like our content and want to support our show? Join our Patreon for monthly workouts, challenges, recipes, and to become part of the Cut The Crap Community! https://www.patreon.com/cutthecrappodcast Check out our website! https://www.cutthecrappod.com/  Follow us on Instagram: @cutthecrapwithbethandmatt  Follow Emily on Instagram: @emilylynnpaulson Email us! We'd love to hear from you. cutthecrappod@gmail.com Like this episode? Why not share it with a friend! Send us a DM on Instagram to let us know what you think of this one, and with episode ideas! If we use your comment or suggestion, we'll give you a shoutout on the podcast!

Finding connection is a huge drive in all of our lives and it's no secret that people have found what they were looking for in MLM and alcohol use. Even if they later realize that these solutions are much more destructive than they are good.  My guest Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing.  She has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it.  Emily is going to take us on her journey of sobriety and rediscovering herself and her community after leaving MLM.    We're going to dig into: [1:20] What does happiness mean to Emily [3:02] How Emily got involved with MLM and the similarities between that and alcohol use [5:52] The fear of things not being fun, or missing out when finding sobriety [8:37] The shift of the societal conversation toward wellness in relation to alcohol [10:18] How both MLM and alcohol filled her need for community [13:14] When Emily realized she needed to get out of her MLM once she found sobriety [16:09] How was her community affected when she found sobriety and left the MLM industry [21:38] What was the inspiration for Emily's book [24:02] Her healing journey and repairing relationships after leaving the MLM [25:32] How can someone create a little more happiness each day starting today   Resources: Podcast Resources: https://www.simonacostantini.com/resources  Apply to be a podcast guest: https://forms.gle/WtXHsqZmiEhCwTAk6 Emily's book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Hey-Hun/Emily-Lynn-Paulson/9781955905251   Connect with Emily https://www.instagram.com/emilylynnpaulson/ https://twitter.com/emilypaulson https://www.facebook.com/emilylynnpaulson  https://www.emilylynnpaulson.com/  https://www.sobermomsquad.com/    Connect with Simona www.instagram.com/simona__costantini  www.instagram.com/costantiniproductions  www.instagram.com/happinesshappenspodcast  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXtOxOAuXxW7c5cYKdAEfWg  https://twitter.com/simona_cos  https://www.facebook.com/costantiniproductions  https://www.facebook.com/happinesshappenspodcast/ www.simonacostantini.com

Emily Lynn Paulson is a Shameless Mom of 5 and the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and the forthcoming Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing (May 2023). She has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it. Paulson has also been featured in major publications such as the Today Show, New York Times, Washington Post, The Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and the Tamron Hall Show.  I found Emily and her work by way of Instagram and was instantly obsessed with the conversations she was having around the cult-like behavior of MLMs. As she was sharing about the overlap between MLMs, cults, and Supremacy culture, I knew  I had to reach out to ask her to come on the show.   I know so many moms have participated in MLMs at one time or another. This conversation is in no way intended to shame, but to shed light. Whenever I talk about MLMs in a negative light, I get messages from women who say, “But the MLM I'm in is different.” Maybe it is, but I want to make sure you have as many tools as possible to be a critical thinker and observer of what happens inside the organizations that benefit and profit from your participation.  Listen in to hear Emily share: What inspired her first book, Highlight Reel, on her journey to sobriety What an MLM (multilevel marketing) company is, why they are so seductive, and how they are problematic, if not harmful The commonalities between the seductiveness of mommy wine culture and MLM culture The exploitative nature of targeting moms in MLMs The connection between MLM culture and White Supremacy How those working in “women's empowerment” can be part of systematic brainwashing and indoctrination Links mentioned: Connect with Emily: emilylynnpaulson.com Emily's Sober Mom Squad: sobermomsquad.com Emily on IG: instagram.com/emilylynnpaulson Emily on TikTok: tiktok.com/emilylynnpaulson We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://shamelessmom.com/sponsor Interested in becoming a sponsor of the Shameless Mom Academy? Email our sales team at sales@adalystmedia.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seeking a path to recovery and genuine support? In this episode, Emily Lynn Paulson discusses the intersection between Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) schemes and alcohol. She shares her story of using alcohol as a coping mechanism for anxiety, postpartum depression, and the need to escape from being a mom. She highlights the story of finding success in an MLM organization but then confronting uncomfortable truths behind it. Emily explores the overlap between MLMs and alcohol and emphasizes the importance of genuine support and self-care instead of relying on buzzwords to solve problems. Tune in for a powerful conversation about recovery, support systems, false expectations, and much more!   Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life and the forthcoming Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing (May 2023). She has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it.   [00:01 - 07:06] Opening Segment • Emily introduces her new book, Hey Hun • How alcohol was a coping mechanism for Emily and how it eventually stopped working Using alcohol to cope with anxiety, postpartum depression, and the need to escape • How Emily got involved in MLM as a way to escape and contribute after having her fifth baby   [07:07 - 14:29] How Sobriety Helped Uncover the Truth • MLMs are often associated with the “cool crowd,” who are conventionally attractive and wealthy People involved in MLMs are often manipulated and misled about their potential success • Alcohol can take away one's intuition, making it easier to be manipulated • How Emily realized she was being manipulated   [14:30 - 21:34] Examining the Parallels Between Alcohol and MLM • Every inspirational tale starts with some sob story • The predatory tactics to join pyramid schemes and use stimulus money to buy products • Telling uncomfortable truths challenged what people needed to stay in MLM • How to recognize when we are in denial or don't want to hear the truth   [21:35 - 28:50] Supporting Your Friends: Reframing What Helps in an MLM Culture • The overlap between MLMs and alcohol • The "love bombing" within MLMs, which can be helpful but also has an ulterior motive • The lack of support in our culture and the need to reframe what is helpful for those in need • Even tricky life experiences have blessings, such as finding a passion for talking about recovery   [28:51 - 38:19] Closing Segment • MLMs are overpriced and keep people stuck in a commercial cult • How people may be asking for the wrong type of support • Alcohol takes away intuition and creates a fog of detachment Want to connect with Emily? Follow her on Instagram. Visit her website to explore an alcohol-free lifestyle and everything in between!     Resources Mentioned: Sober Mom Squad   Key Quotes: "Anything that I say challenges what people need to believe to stay in." - Emily Lynn  "We really lack support in our culture in America. And what we believe is support, what we believe is self-care, don't really fix the problem." - Emily Lynn    Learn more by connecting with Amanda through Instagram or visit AmandaKuda.com.  It's time to unbottle your potential. Apply to work with Amanda. If you liked the show, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe through your favorite streaming platform!

We've all been there- you see your Facebook messenger app light up and swipe up only to see a direct message from someone you haven't thought about since 5th grade...inevitably, it starts out "Hey Hun! I love seeing....." followed by a veiled question about your skincare routine, your weight loss goals, or hell, even your leggings!Emily Lynn Paulson is here to tell her own personal story as a "Hey Hunner" that quickly rose to the top of the pyramid- and she divulges all the mortifying truths that hold up those pyramids that make up the multilevel marketing world. This episode is definitely going to ruffle some feathers- and maybe even lose some listeners...but Jess and Jess are having the conversation anyway.Meet Emily:Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and the forthcoming Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing (May 2023). She has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it. Paulson has also been featured in major publications such as the Today Show, New York Times, Washington Post, The Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and the Tamron Hall Show. She resides in Central Oregon with her husband and their five children.Pre-order Hey Hun hereSupport the show

Emily Lynn Paulson is back on the show to talk about her mind blowing new book “Hey Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy and the Other Lies Behind Multi-Level Marketing”. In her past life, Emily was highly successful within an MLM, but after she got sober, the work she was doing within the MLM started to feel…icky. So, Emily went searching for answers and uncovered the web of lies that ensnare people into the world of multi-level marketing.  Join us to learn exactly how the MLM system is rigged against 99.7% of people who buy in, why the industry does such a good job of preying on motivated moms, the red flags to look for, and how to begin to find the facts if you are currently in an MLM. Pre-order your copy of ‘Hey Hun' here: https://www.amazon.com/Hey-Hun-Sisterhood-Supremacy-Multilevel/dp/1955905258Check out Emily's last book, Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond a Filtered Life: https://www.amazon.com/Highlight-Real-Finding-Recovery-Filtered/dp/1733853219/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1639968186&sr=8-2Hear Emily's sobriety story on Sober Mom Life https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sober-mom-life/id1631208632?i=1000570289337Learn more about Emily Lynn Paulson here: https://instagram.com/emilylynnpaulson?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Check out Emily's Sober Mom Squad here: https://instagram.com/sobermomsquad?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=The Real Sober Moms are coming back to the pod! But first they're available exclusively in the Patreon community. Get access to them and so much more by becoming a patron on Patreon! Learn more here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84021397Join The Sober Mom Life FB group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1542852942745657We have merch!!!!  Check it out here!Click here to follow The Sober Mom Life on InstagramLove this show? Let me know by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts! Check out our sister podcast, Brand New Information!

This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Imagine this: an invitation comes your way to join a group of friends, mostly moms (and let's assume you are one). Primary activities involve drinking lots of wine, relishing in sisterhood and female empowerment, and best of all, making loads of money. It's enticing as hell, which explains why Multi Level Marketing groups (MLMs) remain ubiquitous today.  What could go wrong? A shit ton! Hence why our guest today, author and mother Emily Lynn Paulson, believes that all MLMs—which form a $180 billion industry—are cults. Oh, but they're not just your average cults, because lobbyists and politicians are fighting hard to keep the legal pyramid schemes not only intact, but growing throughout American suburbia (and beyond) like wildfire.  In this episode, we discuss how to not get caught up in the flames.  Paulson is also the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life as well as the forthcoming Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing (May 2023). Emily Lynn Paulson's website Sober Mom Squad website Emily's Instagram  Sober Mom Squad Instagram Emily's TikTok Emily's Facebook Emily's Twitter Please note, this series includes details of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is strongly advised. If you, or someone who know, is a survivor of sexual assault, abuse, grooming, child abuse, or human trafficking, RAINN's National Sexual Assault Hotline offers support at 800.656.HOPE (4673). Also… Hear Ye, Hear Ye: The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad. Other Links: Check out our lovely sponsors Join ‘A Little Bit Culty' on Patreon Get poppin' fresh ALBC Swag Support the pod and smash this link Cult awareness and recovery resources CREDITS:  Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony Ames Production Partner: Citizens of Sound Producer: Will Retherford Senior Producer: Jess Tardy Writer: Mathias Rosenzweig Theme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel Asselin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by the sober entrepreneurs at Sour Humanoid vinegar! Add a splash of these artisanal vinegars to your dinner to brighten up the flavor of your protein and veggies. Order a bottle today at sourhumanoid.com and follow them at @sourhumanoidEmily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and the forthcoming, Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing. She's also the founder of Sober Mom Squad, which is a terrific online support community. Emily and Tawny both dig deep into their experiences in the world of MLMs, their cult-like aspects, and the role that alcohol plays in them.Music Minute features Pearl Jam and Nirvana.Find Emily hereFind Sober Mom Squad herePre-order Emily's Book, Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing, herePre-Order Tawny's book, Dry Humping: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the BoozePurchase Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of the new book Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing and Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life. She is also a speaker, recovery coach, and the founder of Sober Mom Squad, and has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it. Emily has also been featured in major publications such as the Today Show, New York Times, Washington Post, The Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and the Tamron Hall Show. Emily made well over a million dollars during her residency as a #bossbabe at one of the top MLMs. What's wrong with a little girl power? Turns out, a lot. She earned every bonus, gift, and international trip. But she also pushed away friends and family, burned bridges, and wasted precious time being distracted with ‘her business' instead of spending time with her children. She recruited hundreds of women into a dream that wasn't achievable or sustainable.   "As a stay-at-home parent, I was understandably attracted to a culture that offered a salve to my loneliness. But I learned that MLMs are actually a way for women to exploit other women. I saw the links between the pseudoscience, white supremacy, and, yes, racism that infiltrated MLM life. I'm speaking out to spark change."  -Emily Lynn Paulson Emily and I discuss: how Emily ended up in an MLM, why MLMs are often pyramid schemes, how the consultants are actually the customers, why terms like “bossbabe” and “ladyboss” are misleading, why MLMs are often described as “cultlike”, Emily's quick rise to the top of her organization and how her white privilege and pre-existing financial security made that possible, exclusion, religion and racism in MLMs, the role of “love bombing” and toxic positivity in MLMs, how MLM life encouraged her drinking and brought her to a rock bottom moment, how she exploited her cancer diagnosis for her business, the truth behind the “all-expense paid” trips and cars, the darker side of MLMs and why she decided to write this book  how it turned out differently than she'd expected. Pre-order Emily's book now: https://bit.ly/3ZehRWy

A few years ago, Emily Lynn Paulson didn't think she had a problem with drinking. She'd quit cold turkey for her pregnancies, after all. But there always seemed to be a reason to drink, an opportunity, an excuse. And, soon, a constant. And her kids noticed. So she made a decision, found a sponsor and a 12-step program, and quit. Now Emily is the founder of Sober Mom Squad, a Certified Professional Recovery Coach, a Facilitator of Addiction Awareness and the author of "Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life." But there was something else she needed to be honest about: her complicit relationship with a predatory multi-level marketing outfit (MLM). Drinking had helped make Emily a sales juggernaut, but she didn't like what she'd bought into. So for the second time inside a few decisive years, she intentionally pivoted away from something central to her life. In this episode of "Your New Life Blend," host Shoshanna Hecht talks to Emily about her upcoming book, "Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing," and her path away from the slippery-slope culture of casual drinking and MLM payday, and towards making amends, and changes.Emily's website: https://www.emilylynnpaulson.com/ instagram.com/emilylynnpaulsonlinkedin.com/emilylynnpaulsontwitter.com/emilypaulson facebook.com/emilylynnpaulsonSober Mom Squad: https://www.sobermomsquad.com/instagram.com/sobermomsquad"Highlight Reel: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond The Filtered Life, and Addiction"https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/highlight-real-emily-lynn-paulson/1133930990"Hey Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing"https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Hey-Hun/Emily-Lynn-Paulson/9781955905251

Emily Lynn Paulson is a writer, speaker, certified professional recovery coach, and the founder of Sober Mom Squad. She is the author of the bestselling book Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and the upcoming book Hey Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies of Multi-Level Marketing. We chat about: Emily’s experience with drinking What keeps Emily sober Sober Mom Squad How drinking and MLMS are sold as female empowerment The toxicity of drinking culture and MLMs How getting sober leads to a more authentic life Top tips for anyone looking to change their relationship with alcohol Find Emilly: www.emilylynnpaulson.com Instagram: @emilylynnpaulson Free resources from Alcohol Tipping Point: 100 Questions to Change Your Drinking: https://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/100questions Dry Guide: https://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com/dryguide

The outside is often a reflection to the inside--sometimes physical clutter comes from emotional and mental clutter in your head.  It adds to the overwhelm already there because it tells your brain there is still more to do (thus, why we always talk about why women have to do habits differently!) Today we're chatting with Katy Joy Wells of the Maximized Minimalist about some simple tips to help you do a clutter audit and daily reset to clear your space and your mind as a daily healthy habit that will lead you to more freedom and fulfillment in your life. About Katy: Katy Wells inspires families around the world to declutter and simplify their lives so they can live to their fullest potential. Her teachings and programs have transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, allowing them to live their happiest and most intentional lives. Founder of The Filtered Life, Katy is regularly recognized in the Top-50 Self-Improvement podcasts with her show, The Maximized Minimalist. I am so excited to announce my brand new, live group coaching program HABIT TRANSFORMATION BOOTCAMP!  Habit Transformation Bootcamp is a unique 6 week live group coaching experience with cohorts opening at various times throughout the year. The bootcamp includes 1:1 coaching, group coaching, and self paced modules to help you focus on your fundamental needs (with trainer approved workouts, food freedom plan and mindset hacks) paired with proven habit strategy from a female perspective.  You'll get a healthy habit plan to help you take care of yourself in any season of your life that doesn't feel hard or overwhelming with already 21 days of tracked success (YES!) Unique to this program, we work together but you pick your track you want to focus on We start January 2nd with only 10 spots available!  Are you in? Any questions, please let me know! hello@emily-nichols.com **You only have until Jan. 2nd to listen to the private podcast series, ATOMIC HABITS FOR WOMEN. This has been called on my heart to give some bootcamp type of training focused on true habit strategy for women and realistic ways to create and sustain healthy habits.  In this 5 episode limited series, you'll walk away with grace for yourself and some pretty big AHA moments to help you realize that we just need to do habits differently! This is only available for a limited time to go listen!   *** WORK WITH ME: -Get the FREE HEALTHY HABIT RESET MASTERCLASS! -Visit the TRANSFORMATION SHOP to get all the affordable habit hacking tools! -Check out the various ways we can work together! -CHECK OUT THE FREEBIE VAULT!: Access habit tools, self care checklist, Whole30 resources, free workouts and more!   LET'S CONNECT: -Sign up for weekly motivational texts from Emily at: 1-773-904-2157 or click this link!  **Please subscribe, rate and review Self Transformed so others can connect with our content too!  I'll even send you a Starbucks Gift Card or hop on a FREE HABIT HACKING CALL with you if you email me a screenshot of your review at hello@emily-nichols.com ** Thank you so much! Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @transformationshop.co www.emily-nichols.com 

This week on Talk Recovery Radio, Emily, Kiola and Lainy join the show to talk about Sober Mom Squad. The Sober Mom Squad is just as it sounds: a Squad of Moms who are already sober, those who are just dipping their toes in exploring an alcohol free lifestyle, and everything in between! Join us on Talk Recovery Radio's Facebook page streamed live Thursday from 12-1pm PST   About Sober Mom Squad   Sober Mom Squad was formed during the pandemic of 2020. Many moms found they were feeling disconnected and were drinking more than ever. Messaging around alcohol and motherhood was rampant. ​Maybe you're sick of the wine-mom narrative. Maybe you want to explore what an alcohol-free life looks like. Maybe you just need a community that isn't focused on boozing! We are women like you, who don't want their kids to grow up with a mom who needs wine to survive them. Our common goal is to raise children in homes where alcohol is not the focus, and help other women do the same.   Meet the Squad!  Emily  Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and the forthcoming Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing (May 2023). She has given two powerful TEDx talks, both challenging the status quo of parenting, alcohol use, and feminism as we know it. Paulson has also been featured in major publications such as the Today Show, New York Times, Washington Post, The Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and the Tamron Hall Show. She resides in Central Oregon with her husband and their five children.  Kiola I'm a certified nutrition coach and sober community facilitator. After working for over a decade in the fitness industry, I pivoted my coaching to serve exclusively in the recovery and sobriety space. As a woman in recovery, I'm passionate about teaching my community how to use fitness and nutrition to support our sobriety. I'm currently working towards the California state license as a Peer Support Specialist and I feel so grateful to be able to live out my life's passion in a community that is so important to me.   Lainy I work full time as a marketer in the financial services industry. While I do very much enjoy my day job, I have a  passion for mentoring women in the recovery community. I have been sober since August 31, 2020; joining sober mom squad as a member at 90 days. I fell in love with the community and became a host 1.5 years ago. I have made the best friends through SMS and truly look forward to helping women every day. Sobriety, recovery work, and Sober Mom Squad has changed my life in so many beautiful ways.

In this episode, I'll be chatting with my friend, Emily Lynn Paulson. Emily is a writer, speaker, Certified Naked Mind Coach, She Recovers Designated Coach, Certified Facilitator of Addiction Awareness, and the founder of Sober Mom Squad. She has appeared on media outlets including The Today Show, The Doctors, The Tamron Hall Show, New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and USA Today, discussing how to end the shame and stigma of mental health and substance abuse. Emily is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life and the forthcoming book Hey Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and Other Lies of Multi-Level Marketing (May 2023). She resides in Central Oregon with her husband and their five children.Website: emilylynnpaulson.comSober Mom Squad: sobermomsquad.comEmily's IG: instagram.com/emilylynnpaulsonSober Mom Squad IG: instagram.com/sobermomsquadTo donate and/or learn more about the show head to: www.decidedlydry.com If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and tell your friends about Decidedly Dry. Support the show

I am there with you - there is stuff always laying around and I have no clue where to put it. I will admit that I am one of the most cluttered people ever. Luckily, I found Katy Wells, a declutter expert.  Katy shares her tips on how to identify and address the clutter in your home. Katy Wells inspires families around the world to declutter and simplify their lives so they can live to their fullest potential. Her teachings and programs have transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. Founder of The Filtered Life, Katy is recognized int he Top-50 Self Improvement podcasts with her show, The Maximized Minimalist. In addition to her signature programs and chart-topping podcast, Katy shares her wisdom and simple life hacks through keynote speeches and mastermind sessions. Follow Katy Wells HERE (@katyjoywells)Website HEREPodcast HEREDeclutter challenge HEREYour Promo Code for $20 off the challenge is: NINA________________________________________________________________Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support!Find me on Instagram@balkanina@mamaknowspodcastFind me on TikTokBalkaninaSubscribe to my NewsletterPrivate Facebook Motherhood-Podcast CommunityMama Knows FBDisclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!

Emily is a writer, speaker, Certified Naked Mind Coach, She Recovers Designated Coach, Certified Facilitator of Addiction Awareness, and the founder of Sober Mom Squad. She has appeared on media outlets including The Today Show, The Doctors, The Tamron Hall Show, New York Times, Chicago Tribune, and USA Today, discussing how to end the shame and stigma of mental health and substance abuse. Emily is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life and the forthcoming book Hey Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and Other Lies of Multi-Level Marketing (May 2023). She resides in Central Oregon with her husband and their five children.Visit her website hereFollow her on InstagramJoin the Sober Mom SquadIn this episode, our team member Kelly Fitzgerald Junco, speaks with Emily about her journey to find recovery, the different pathways that worked for her, and how she found and met the needs of moms looking to get sober during the pandemic.Emily wears many hats and candidly discusses how she became an entrepreneur, an author, and a TEDx speaker, none of which she would have been able to do without leaving alcohol behind.The SHE RECOVERS FOUNDATION is a grassroots movement and non-profit public charity with a community of women in or seeking recovery from substance use disorders, behavioral health issues and/or life challenges. This lifeline organization connects women through its virtual platforms and in-person community networks, provides resources and supports women to develop their own holistic recovery patchworks, and empowers them to thrive and share their successes. All efforts are designed to end the stigma and shame often associated with recovery so that more women may heal and grow.Find out more and donate here: https://sherecovers.org/

This week's guest is such a delight. I've admired her work and am so happy to be sharing our conversation with you. Highlights of today's episode: Why making alcohol irrelevant is a way to take back your power.  The downside of the "mommy wine" culture The beauty of getting honest and REAL about what is and what isn't working for you. Emily Paulson's Bio:   Emily is a writer, TEDx speaker, Certified Naked Mind Coach, She Recovers Designated Coach, Certified Facilitator of Addiction Awareness, and the founder of Sober Mom Squad. She has appeared on media outlets including The Today Show, The Doctors, The Tamron Hall Show, New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Next Question with Katie Couric, and USA Today, discussing how to end the shame and stigma of mental health and substance abuse. Emily is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life and the forthcoming book Hey Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and Other Lies of Multi-Level Marketing (May 2023). She resides in Central Oregon with her husband and their five children. Follow Emily here: Instagram: @emilylynnpaulson Instagram: @Sobermomsquad Sobermomsquad.com More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

This episode is sponsored by Credit Karma! Visit CreditKarma.com to find the right offer for you! Emily Paulson was a MegaHun before certain circumstances in her life made her reevaluate her life choices and make some amends. Throughout her sobriety journey, she learned A LOT about herself and began to unpack her life in MLM. On Emily's IG you can find the Highlight Real, her transparency and honesty outside the filtered lens of social media perfection. Not only to we talk about her former company and life as one of their top HunBots, but we talk about what it looks like to write a book about your story, where to start and how to get published. Show Notes Emily's website! - https://www.emilylynnpaulson.com/media The Today Show : Staying Sober During the Holidays - https://www.today.com/health/struggle-stay-sober-during-holidays-t239933 Emily's Book! : Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life - https://amzn.to/3shkQ20 Dr. Steven Hassan's BITE Model - https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/bite-model/ Ponzinomics by Robert L. FitzPatrick - https://amzn.to/3q16oJb How can you help? Report false income and health claims here: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/ Or go to: https://www.truthinadvertising.org You can also report to your state Attorney General's office! https://www.naag.org/find-my-ag/ Not in the U.S.? Go here: https://www.ftc.gov/policy/international/competition-consumer-protection-authorities-worldwide Support the Podcast! Buy me a Taco and leave me a note!

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In this episode, Trisha talks with Katy Joy Wells all things decluttering and simplifying your life using practical tips. Through her own struggles of finding calm in the midst of clutter and chaos, she shares valuable insight for clearing out your space and mind so you can focus on what truly matters. Our hope is that after listening to this episode, you will leave inspired and have a few tools in your toolbelt to make that shift you've been desiring. Katy Wells inspires families around the world to declutter and simplify their lives so they can live to their fullest potential. Her teachings and programs have transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, allowing them to live their happiest and most intentional lives. Founder of The Filtered Life, Katy is regularly recognized in the Top-50 Self-Improvement podcasts with her show, The Maximized Minimalist. In addition to her signature programs and chart-topping podcast, Katy shares her wisdom and simple life hacks through keynote speeches,mastermind Sessions, and is a frequent podcast guest. A Few Things Mentioned in this Episode: + Over the Sink Roll Away Dish Drainer to minimize kitchen counter clutter https://www.amazon.com/Bellemain-Roll-Up-Drying-Multi-Use-Draining/dp/B07H9DR43R/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2TLAUFVIEJJ3O&keywords=roll+away+dish+rack+over+sink&qid=1640845840&sprefix=roll+away+dish%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-8 + French Press Trisha mentioned that serves as her coffee maker + adds style to her kitchen -minimizes clutter of larger, less attractive machines https://www.amazon.com/BAYKA-French-Stainless-Filtration-Borosilicate/dp/B087PTGX94/ref=sr_1_14?crid=24OMTJ9P6EQZU&keywords=french+press+bru+usa&qid=1640847241&sprefix=french+press+bru+usa%2Caps%2C85&sr=8-14 The Book, +Swedish Death Cleaning book (Minimalist Living) by Linnea Gustafsson (Katy recommends getting it from the library rather than buying it to minimize clutter in your home) OR download the audio version from Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Swedish-Death-Cleaning-Yourself-Minimalist-ebook/dp/B07T8K1GW6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=18JLUA5JCPCR1&keywords=swedish+death+cleaning&qid=1640846663&sprefix=swedish+death+cleaning%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-3 +Pour Overs like Katy mentioned and uses in place of a coffee machine to decrease counter clutter https://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Coffee-Maker-Permanent-Filter/dp/B01JLY1HSE/ref=sr_1_3?crid=35EFKRDKK69O4&keywords=pour+over&qid=1640847752&sprefix=pour+over+%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-3 +O.H.I.O - Only handle it once Connect with Katy on Instagram @katyjoywells Follow A Better Life Podcast on Instagram @abetterlifepodcast Connect with Estelle on Instagram @estellecfitness Connect with Trisha on Instagram @wanderwomantrisha

The Filtered Life - Do you LIVE it - Mufti Menk

Much of life today is filtered. From the water we drink to the food we eat. However, what about goes into our SOUL? This episode discusses the effects on the inside. What is the FILTER that cleans us inside? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fr-william-maestri-overfed-and-undernourished/support

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Have you ever taken a step back and wondered why alcohol seems to be a prerequisite to adulting? Likely not. We're bombarded with advertisements, movies, messages, social media and general cultural acceptance of the use of alcohol. Prior to my exploration of my relationship with alcohol and the role it plays in my life, I never thought to question these messages that surround us every single day. I assumed, like most, that alcohol use was normal, part of a healthy diet and mostly safe. In the past four years (basically since Emily has been so open about her journey) I've begun my own journey of diving into the world of alcohol. I've listened to audio books, read books on the subject, checked out podcasts and blogs, and deepened my relationship with Emily through thought-provoking conversations around the topic. What I've learned is nothing short of eye-opening. Wherever you're at with your relationship with alcohol, I hope that you choose to listen in on our conversation. Emily is a wealth of knowledge and today, dedicates herself and her work to other women working through the recovery process. You can find Emily's book on Amazon, Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life and find her online at: https://www.emilylynnpaulson.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessica-dennis/message

The Sober Mom Squad is just as it sounds: A Squad of Moms who are already sober, those who are just dipping their toes in exploring an alcohol free lifestyle, and everything in between! It was my pleasure having the entire squad on the pod. What an honor! Listen for all things mommy wine culture, holiday advice and best of the show…. WHO IS ON THE NAUGHTY LIST? No topic was off limits and the squad was a delightful mix of intelligent, fierce, pretty funny mommas. “This group was started during the COVID pandemic from an instagram post by the founder, Emily Lynn Paulson, asking how she could be of service to her audience. Jen Elizabeth, Michelle Smith, Celeste Yvonne and Jessica Landon immediately answered the call, and the Sober Mom Squad was born! As mothers, we need to connect, share experiences, share expertise, hear stories, and tell our own.  We need to know that we are not alone, and we need to feel that we are in a safe environment away from judgement and stigma. So, we started hosting a weekly free virtual meeting over zoom, discussing all things motherhood, the trials of suddenly homeschooling, the new dynamics of home life, and doing it all without "mommy juice." We found that this community filled a need that had never been filled before, so we expanded it to help even more women. Women, just like you, who are inundated with wine memes and spiked seltzer ads, yet demand MORE for yourself and your families. Women like you, who don't want their kids to grow up with a mom who needs wine to survive them. The five of us have very different backgrounds, live in different states, come from different walks of life, have different areas of expertise and training, and have different sobriety journeys. Our kids range in age from infant to 16 years old. The thing we have in common is a desire to raise children in homes where alcohol is not the focus. Our common goal is to help other women do the same thing.” – Sober Mom Squad MEET THE SQUAD: Emily Paulson: Emily is a writer, speaker, Certified Naked Mind Coach. She Recovers Designated Coach, and a member of the long-term recovery community. Sober since January 2, 2017, she has appeared on media outlets including The Doctors, Parade, Today Parents, and USA Today, discussing how to end the shame and stigma of mental health and substance abuse. Emily is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and a contributor in Addiction Diaries: Stories of Darkness, Hope, And All That Falls In Between. She resides in Seattle with her husband and their five children. https://www.instagram.com/highlightrealrecovery/ https://www.facebook.com/emmypaulson Celeste Yvonne: Celeste is a public figure who writes about all things parenting. She's written for The Washington Post and Today Show, to name just a few. Celeste's writing resonates with mothers everywhere, and she speaks with a candor and honesty that is unusual in this world of filters. In 2018, Celeste openly spoke about her struggles with alcohol and announced her commitment to becoming a sober mom. Her piece about a play date that went sideways when another mom started serving mimosas has reached over 14 million people. Celeste lives in Reno, Nevada with her husband and two boys. https://www.instagram.com/theultimatemomchallenge/ https://www.facebook.com/theultimatemomchallenge/ https://www.pinterest.com/andwhatamom/ https://twitter.com/andwhatamom Jen Elizabeth: Jen is a writer, speaker, trauma educator, and the founder of Resurrektion of Me, a community for people healing from trauma and addiction. She is the author of the book, “Shape of a Woman.” And host of the “Sober Mom Squad.” As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, familial abuse, addiction, and the prison system. After spending the majority of her adult life experiencing homelessness, she has taken her power back and dedicated herself to helping others heal from trauma. Her incredible story and triumphant recovery has been shared worldwide in publications including The Mirror, LAD Bible, The Sun, and The Daily Mail. She is a mother to two incredible children and lives is beautiful Southern California. https://www.instagram.com/resurrektion_of_me/ https://www.facebook.com/ResurrektionOfMe/ https://za.pinterest.com/Resurrektion_of_me/_created/ https://mobile.twitter.com/resurrekt_of_me?lang=en Jessica Landon: Jessica Landon is a Writer, Actor, Certified Resilience Recovery Coach, Speaker and new Mom. As a comedic actress, Jessica has appeared on Comedy Central's MADtv, Robot Chicken, Jamie Foxx Sketch Comedy Show, Nickelodeon's Drake & Josh, and NBC's Medical Investigations. A few years into her acting career she spiraled into a nonfunctioning alcoholic; destroying all of her relationships and her career. After surviving many tussles with death, including a brain hemorrhage in 2013, she was finally able to overcome her addiction; fully embracing a life of forgiveness, gratitude, love and sobriety. Turning her life around in Jan 2014, she made it her mission to help others struggling with addiction. Her harrowing journey has since been published in news outlets across the globe: The Daily Mail, Fox News, Yahoo, The Sun, The Mirror, LAD Bible, Popculture, Blast, and Newsweek. She currently lives in Los Angeles with her fiancé and one year old baby boy. She has recently finished writing her memoir, HUMAN ON FIRE. https://www.facebook.com/Jessicaslandon/ https://www.instagram.com/jessicalandon12/ https://www.youtube.com/user/jesslandon Michelle Smith: Michelle is an author, speaker, podcaster, and founder of Recovery is the New Black, a digital community for moms in recovery. As a wife and working mother of two, she fell into the "mommy juice" drinking culture. Michelle found a way out and has been in recovery from alcohol abuse since 2016. As a certified addiction and mental health counselor, she provides services to other moms who are seeking supportive alternatives to a boozy culture that tells us alcohol is an accessory to motherhood. Michelle has 20 years of experience in the field of addiction medicine and behavioral health treatment. https://www.instagram.com/recoveryisthenewblack_/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/128863161079299/ https://twitter.com/Michelle80Smith FOR ALL THINGS THE RECOVERY HOUR: www.therecoveryhour.com www.loriwindfeldt.com  IG: @the.recovery.hour.podcast FB: @therecoveryhourpodcast

Host Wendy McCallum, Burnout & Balance Coach and Certified Naked Mind Coach interviews Emily Lynn Paulson, writer, speaker, fellow Certified Naked Mind Coach, She Recovers Designated Coach, and a member of the long term recovery community. The conversation gets spicy & deep on a few hot topics, including social media and women's mental health, “grey area drinking”, “mommy wine culture”, the importance of mindfulness when it comes to alcohol and what “true freedom” from alcohol really looks like. Sober since January 2, 2017, Emily has appeared on media outlets including The Doctors, Parade, Today Parents, and USA Today, discussing how to end the shame and stigma of mental health and substance abuse.  Emily is the author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life, and a contributor in Addiction Diaries: Stories of Darkness, Hope, And All That Falls In Between.  She lives in Seattle with her husband and their five children. Follow Emily on insta at @highlightrealrecovery, and find information on Emily's new Sober Mom Squad & School here: https://www.sobermomsquad.com/sms If you'd like to learn more about Host Wendy McCallum's personal story with alcohol, you can watch or listen to her podcast interview with Annie Grace of This Naked Mind, here.

The Truth Behind Those Online Drinking “Highlights”. Getting Real With Emily Lynn Paulson. How “real” are all those images you see online?  The perfect Instagram families? The fancy business trips? The carefree Mom's Night Out?    Today my guest is an author, a speaker and my friend, Emily Lynn Paulson. In our conversation Emily and I dig into the truth behind the “Online Drinking Highlights” you see as you scroll through your social media feed.  Emily and I know that so many women struggle with their drinking, quietly, in private, and in their own heads - just like we did.    You might look around and see everyone else is posting a photo of the sophisticated cocktails at a bar on a date night, the pictures of friends all drinking together around the firepit, or the vacation pictures with the margarita at the beach.   And the truth is, you have no idea what anyone else's relationship with alcohol looks like, or what their marriage feels like, or how well they're coping with being a parent and with their jobs.   In this episode Emily and I talk about:   Why Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook set expectations so high for what a successful woman, mother and wife is “supposed” to be that most women inevitably can't measure up. The reality of what our lives, our jobs, our marriages and interactions with our children looked like as compared to the pictures we posted online.   Why posting your highlights on social media is such a draw. As Emily says “In those Instagram squares was the life I wished we were living: a happy marriage, a healthy wife, a happy motherhood. Behind the scenes though, we were barely surviving.”  How you can both love your kids and feel grateful for them, and also feel that motherhood is hard, draining and (yes) unfulfilling.  And why finding a safe space of women to share your struggles and honest experiences - both good and bad - can be a game changer in living a happier life.  In this episode, you learn: How to navigate the drinking culture of parenthood and “mommy juice” How to connect with your partner again after quitting drinking Why it's hard to quit alcohol when it has become part of your love language How not to gravitate toward the pretty images on Instagram and take those photos as real life because the hard stuff is hard to look at both on Instagram and in our own lives.    Emily Lynn Paulson is the author of a powerful memoir about her life, her family, her successes and struggles, excessive drinking and disordered eating, and her realization that drinking wasn't working in her life anymore.    Emily is a certified professional recovery coach, She Recovers Designated Coach, This Naked Mind Certified Coach, founder of Sober Mom Squad, and a member of the long-term recovery community.    She has appeared on media outlets including The Doctors, Parade, Today Parents, and USA Today, discussing how to end the shame and stigma of mental health by and substance abuse disorder.   Emily has been sober since January 2, 2017, her recovery path is focused on ruthless honesty, grace, self-love and is documented in her memoir, Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life.  Paulson's resources include one-on-one coaching, to help others evaluate whether or not alcohol is serving them in their lives. Paulson resides in Seattle with her husband and their five children.     Shownotes: www.hellosomedaycoaching.com/21 Grab your  Free Sober Girls Guide To Quitting Drinking Grab your Guide To The Best Quit Lit Books For Women (Including Emily's book)     Links and Resources mentioned in this episode   Connect with Emily Lynn Paulson   Book: Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life   Website: www.highlightreallife.com Instagram: Highlight Real Recovery Facebook: Emily Lynn Paulson   Connect with Casey McGuire Davidson   Website: www.hellosomedaycoaching.com Instagram: Casey @ Hello Someday Coaching (@caseymdavidson) Listen to more podcast episodes to drink less + live more.

This month on the podcast, Sondra is going solo with an author series. This week, she's excited to share a conversation with Emily Lynn Paulson. Emily is a writer, speaker, recovery coach, mom of five and author of Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Behind the Filtered Life. They talk about dishonesty, when it starts and where it can take us and how getting sober is a lesson in learning to trust ourselves again. To learn more about Emily, how to work with her and buy her book, visit https://www.highlightreallife.com/. You can also follow her on Instagram @highlightrealrecovery. This week, Emily shares three items from her Unruffled Toolbox: (1) journal; (2) being of service; (3) meditation.

"They say a picture can tell 1000 words, but it can also tell 1000 lies" In this episode Jim peels back the filters of social media and gets real with author and recovery advocate: Emily Lynn Paulson Her new book: "Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life" she details her autobiographical journey of healing from addiction and the pain that came with that journey, and in this episode we go behind the scenes and hear from Emily herself about trauma, addiction, and infidelity. We are all affected by addiction at some level, and Emily's transparency and wisdom is a beacon of light to help the healing. You can find more from Emily here: https://www.emilylynnpaulson.com You can buy her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Highlight-Real-Finding-Recovery-Filtered/dp/1733853219/ You can follow us here: www.powerpartnerscoaching.com

This week, I have the privilege of interviewing Emily Paulson: Wife, Entrepreneur, author of a newly released memoir, and Mom of 5, ages 7, 10, 11, 12, & 14. Emily's book, Highlight Real is about finding honesty and recovery beyond the filtered life. Emily and I discuss her childhood as a music prodigy and head of her class that also suffered trauma, addiction, and dysfunctional behavior. We chat about her fears of going public with her story an what he friends as well as family would think about the book. Emily shares with us how her life looked who perfect on social media but what was actually going on behind the scenes in the midst of her recovery. With her book, she shows women how to be resilient and transparent while fighting trials and tribulations. Emily is my type of girl with her unrivaled honesty and brutal truth in this interview as well as book. Click here to purchase Highlight Real: Finding Honesty & Recovery Beyond the Filtered Life https://www.amazon.com/dp/1733853219/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_scINDbRSPSX21 Follow Emily on IG @highlightrealrecovery and check her out at her website: www.emilylynnpaulson.comIf you need help with substance abuse or mental health please call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)*****Do us all a favor over here***. Go write a review, subscribe, rate us, & share us with ALL your friends on social media! Also for more information about the business behind this podcast or on more ways to have skin in the game, check out: www.the-powerproject.com/powerfulbeauty