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Spill the Tea with Dr. T | Biological Medicine vs. Functional Medicine — and Why We Don't Chase SymptomsIf you've ever walked out of a doctor's appointment with a prescription that addressed what you felt but not why you felt it... this conversation is for you.In this episode of Spill the Tea with Dr. T, Julie sits down with her father Dr. Dickson Thom — biological medicine practitioner with over twenty years of clinical experience — to answer one of the questions they get asked most:What is biological medicine? And how is it different from functional medicine?It's a question that deserves a real answer. Because the difference isn't just semantics. It changes everything about how you assess the body, how you prioritize treatment, and whether you're actually getting to the root of what's going on — or just managing how it feels.In this episode:What biological medicine actually is and where it comes fromHow it differs from functional medicine — and why that distinction matters for your healingWhy biological medicine does not chase symptoms — and what it focuses on insteadHow the body communicates dysfunction before symptoms ever appearWhy treating the terrain changes outcomes that symptom-focused care can't reachWhat to look for when choosing a practitioner who actually works this wayThis is the episode to share with anyone who has ever felt like their care was missing something. Who has done the labs, followed the protocol, and still felt stuck. Who is starting to wonder if there's a different way to look at health entirely.There is. And this is where that conversation starts.
CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ isTUVU CommunitiesCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.What happens when unforgiveness takes root in the heart?In this powerful return appearance on Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright welcomes Beatty Carmichael, author of The Prayer of Freedom, for a biblical discussion about unforgiveness, bitterness, judgment, healing, and spiritual freedom.Drawing from Matthew 18 and the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, Beatty explains why he believes forgiveness is not simply an emotional choice but an important spiritual principle with real consequences in the life of a believer.Beatty shares several personal testimonies from his ministry involving people who experienced dramatic changes after choosing to forgive those who had hurt them. He discusses accounts involving chronic pain, rheumatoid arthritis, neuropathy, impaired vision, anxiety, and other persistent struggles, connecting these experiences to his understanding of biblical forgiveness, repentance, and prayer.The conversation also examines the danger of judging others. Beatty points to Jesus' teaching about judgment and discusses how bitterness, unforgiveness, and negative judgments can become intertwined.In This Episode, You'll Hear About:Why unforgiveness can become a major spiritual hindranceJesus' teaching on forgiveness in Matthew 18The Parable of the Unmerciful ServantThe relationship between bitterness, unforgiveness, and judgmentBeatty's personal testimonies of prayer and healingWhy repentance is central to Beatty's Prayer of Freedom teachingThe importance of forgiving others from the heartHow judgments against others can remain unresolved for yearsBiblical passages Beatty connects with repentance, sickness, and prayerHow believers can pursue greater spiritual freedom through obedience to God's WordScriptures DiscussedMatthew 18 — Forgiveness and the Parable of the Unmerciful ServantMatthew 7:1–5 — Judgment and the speck and the logDeuteronomy 28:58–61 — Disobedience and its consequencesJames 5:14–16 — Prayer, confession, forgiveness, and healingAbout Beatty CarmichaelBeatty Carmichael is the author of The Prayer of Freedom, a book centered on biblical principles of repentance, forgiveness, prayer, and spiritual freedom. Through his teaching and ministry, Beatty encourages believers to examine unresolved spiritual issues and apply biblical principles to areas of bondage, pain, and personal struggle.Learn more about Beatty and The Prayer of Freedom at:ThePrayerOfFreedom.comCALL TO ACTIONIs there someone you still need to forgive?Ask the Holy Spirit to search your heart for unforgiveness, bitterness, or judgment that you may still be carrying. Choose forgiveness, return to the Word of God, and pursue the freedom Christ has provided.Then share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to forgive, heal, and move forward.Subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode, and join us as we proclaim the Word of God, equip the Body of Christ, and prepare for the Great Harvest.Go forth in total surrender to the One who owns and reigns over all creation—and let the Great Harvest begin!KEYWORDS / TAGSBeatty Carmichael, The Prayer of Freedom, unforgiveness, forgiveness, bitterness, biblical forgiveness, Christian healing, spiritual healing, prayer for healing, spiritual freedom, Christian deliverance, repentance, judgment, judging others, Matthew 18, unmerciful servant, James 5, healing prayer, Holy Spirit, gifts of the Spirit, Christian podcast, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright, Christian discipleship, biblical teaching, freedom in Christ, overcoming bitterness, forgiveness and healing, power of forgiveness, prayer ministry, Christian testimony, biblical repentance, Great Harvest
Should you be completely free from pornography before you start dating or consider marriage?It's a question I hear all the time from Christian men—and it's one Helena and I have had to live through personally.In this episode, Helena joins me for a very honest conversation about pornography, dating, marriage, honesty, trust, healing, and the hope of redemption.I brought pornography into my marriage.I wasn't fully free.And while our story has involved real pain, betrayal, secrecy, rebuilding trust, counseling, and a lot of hard work, God has also done something beautiful with our story.So is being completely free from porn a prerequisite for dating?Our answer is yes, you can date if you aren't fully free—but that doesn't mean you should take the decision lightly.You need to be honest.You need to be willing to heal.You need to be vulnerable.And you need to be prepared for the real consequences pornography can have on intimacy, trust, communication, and marriage.In this episode, we talk about:Whether you need to be completely free from pornography before datingWhen and how to disclose a pornography struggle in a dating relationshipWhy honesty can actually be a sign of integrityWhy another person cannot "fix" your pornography addictionHow marriage can expose the places where you're still woundedHow pornography can erode trust even when you're technically soberThe impact pornography had on our sex life and emotional intimacyWhy secrecy and lying can be more damaging than men realizeThe difference between sobriety and deeper healingWhy dating can become part of your healing story without becoming your solutionHow to approach women without putting them on a pedestal or reducing them to sexual objectsWhy Christian men need courage, vulnerability, and a willingness to let themselves be knownWe also share one of the most powerful pictures we've ever used to describe trust in marriage:The Garden.When someone enters marriage, they're being given access to a deeply personal part of another person's heart.Pornography doesn't simply break a rule.It can begin trampling the garden you've been entrusted with.But gardens can also be rebuilt.Trust can be restored.And God can redeem what has been damaged.Our marriage isn't a story of perfection.It's a story of two imperfect people who kept bringing their hearts, failures, and relationship back to the Lord. So if you're asking, "Am I allowed to date if I'm still struggling with porn?", this conversation is for you.You may not need to wait until you're perfect.But you do need to be willing to walk in honesty, courage, vulnerability, and healing.WANT TO UNDERSTAND WHAT'S REALLY DRIVING YOUR STRUGGLE?Take the free Secret Habit Clarity Quiz at:
Fear isn't the enemy.It's trying to protect you.But what happens when the danger is no longer in front of you and your mind or body is still responding as if it is?In Part 2 of HeatherAsh Amara's conversation with Don Miguel Ruiz Jr., they dive into his newest book, The Poisoned Arrow, and the personal experiences that transformed it from an intellectual exploration of fear into something much more intimate.While writing the book, Miguel was navigating an extraordinarily difficult season with his autistic son, caregiver fatigue, a concussion, and eventually his own experience with PTSD. Those experiences changed the way he understood fear and what it means to heal.Miguel shares a powerful distinction between real fear, irrational fear, and PTSD. Real fear lives in the body and responds to an immediate threat. Irrational fear begins when the mind projects its "what ifs" into the future and responds as though those imagined dangers are already happening. And trauma can leave the nervous system responding to a danger that has already passed.The answer isn't to become fearless.It's to learn how to recognize fear, respect what it's trying to do, and stop using it against ourselves.This conversation explores what becomes possible when we stop judging ourselves for being afraid, give ourselves permission to heal, and slowly rebuild the trust that allows us to move forward.In This EpisodeThe personal experiences that transformedThe Poisoned Arrowwhile Miguel was writing itWhy the function of fear is to protect us, not control usThe difference between real fear and the fears created by our mindsHow our "what ifs" can keep the body responding to dangers that aren't actually happeningMiguel's experience recognizing PTSD in his own nervous systemWhy acknowledging fear can give us more choice in how we respond to itHow shame and judgment can become barriers to healingWhy rebuilding trust in ourselves is essential for moving out of "freeze"What it means to respect fear without letting it run our livesMentioned in This EpisodeThe Poisoned Arrowby Don Miguel Ruiz Jr.The Five Levels of Attachmentby Don Miguel Ruiz Jr.The Mastery of Selfby Don Miguel Ruiz Jr.The Mastery of Lifeby Don Miguel Ruiz Jr.Seven Secrets to Healthy, Happy Relationshipsby Don Miguel Ruiz Jr. and HeatherAsh AmaraAbout Don Miguel RuizDon Miguel Ruiz Jr. is a Toltec Master of Transformation, speaker, and author of The Mastery of Self, The Five Levels of Attachment, co-author of The Seven Secrets to Healthy, Happy Relationships, and The Mastery of Life.Raised in the Toltec lineage by his father, don Miguel Ruiz, and grandmother, Sarita, Miguel Jr. has spent his life integrating the deep spiritual teachings of his ancestors with practical tools for awakening.He speaks around the world, helping people break free of illusion and live from the heart.
After more than four decades working to bring psychedelics into legitimate scientific and therapeutic contexts, Rick Doblin is thinking about a much bigger question: What would it look like to move from healing traumatized individuals to healing traumatized families, communities, and cultures?In this episode, Lana sits down with the founder and president of MAPS to explore the next phase of psychedelic healing—from individuals to group therapy, families, communities and global humanitarian projects. Rick shares what MAPS is learning from work in Somaliland, Bosnia, Israel and beyond, including the challenge of bringing psychedelic therapy into cultures where Western psychotherapy may not be the right model.They also explore the relationship between culture and psychedelic progress, the limitations of individual healing in a traumatized world, and Rick's long-term vision of reaching “net zero trauma” by 2070.In this episode:From individual healing to community and collective healingWhy cultural change is as important as scientific progressGroup psychedelic therapy and peer-supported modelsBringing psychedelic healing into low-resource communitiesHealing trauma in Bosnia and the BalkansCouples, families, and intergenerational traumaCulturally specific approaches to psychedelic therapyRick's vision for “net zero trauma by 2070”Explore Coaching with Lana:Psychedelically Informed Conciousness Coaching (6 Month Program)Focused Transformation Coaching (6 Week Program)Iboga Integration & Prep Coaching (Doing the Work w/ Iboga)Stay Connected to Modern Psychedelics:Instagram: @modernpsychedelicsYouTube: Modern Psychedelics YouTubeWebsite: www.modernpsychedelics.netSubstack: The Healthy EgoFree Resources:FREE Iboga Preparation GuideFREE Set Better GoalsFREE Integration Journal FREE Intention Setting JournalFREE Psychedelic Ceremony ChecklistFREE Playlists for Psychedelic Journeys + IntegrationDISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views, and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.
Sometimes the clearest picture of God's work only comes when you look back.In the middle of a difficult season, it's often impossible to see what God is doing. But with time, healing, and His gentle guidance, we begin to recognize how He was at work all along.In this encouraging conversation, Angie welcomes back Christian life coach and author Natalie Hixson to share the story behind her new book, Lord, Why Did You Give Me These Children? Together, Angie and Natalie discuss shame, healing, emotional maturity, repentance, God's restoring grace, and the hope that comes when we allow the Lord to reveal what we couldn't see before.What you'll hear in this week's episodeNatalie's turning point that began her journey toward healingWhy destructive anger isn't the end of your storyThe difference between conviction, guilt, and shameThe small, everyday choices that became part of lasting transformationEncouragement for anyone who feels stuck and can't yet see what God is doingResourcesSteady On UniversityJoin Angie for The Path to Freedom, a new Bible study designed to help you identify the patterns that keep you stuck and discover the freedom God desires for your life. Study alongside a supportive community of women through live Bible studies, encouragement, and meaningful discussion.Learn more here: https://www.livesteadyon.comStep By Step Starter KitA simple, guided resource to help you open Scripture with confidence and study one verse at a time alongside the podcast.Download it for free here: https://steadyon.myflodesk.com/stepbystepVerse of the Week"My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only he will release my feet from the snare." Psalm 25:15 (NIV)Connect with Angie & Steady Onhttps://www.livesteadyon.comTheme Music: Glimmer by Andy Ellison
Maximum Medicine & The Healing Hour with Dr. Sharon Martin: Bridging the Mystical & Scientific™
What happens when a life-changing spiritual experience turns your world upside down? On this episode of Maximum Medicine, Dr. Sharon Martin welcomes energy healer and teacher Michael Monk for a profound conversation about spirituality, healing, and the limitless potential of human consciousness. Michael shares the extraordinary story of his first encounter with what he describes as the Holy Spirit—a transformative experience that began in 1999 and led him on a decades-long journey of spiritual exploration, miraculous healing, and energy mastery. From an instantaneous healing after a devastating eye injury to thousands of out-of-body experiences, Michael offers a deeply personal perspective on the interconnected nature of spirit, intention, and reality. Together, Dr. Sharon and Michael explore: Michael's first encounter with the Holy Spirit and how it changed the course of his lifeNavigating the challenges of leaving organized religion after profound spiritual experiencesThe relationship between energy, consciousness, and healingWhy intention and imagination may be more powerful than we realizeThe role of empathy in energy work and spiritual healingOut-of-body experiences and what they reveal about life beyond the physicalUnderstanding clairsentience, clairvoyance, and other intuitive giftsCollective consciousness, human potential, and the evolution of spiritualityHow our beliefs influence our capacity to heal and transformThroughout the conversation, Dr. Sharon brings her unique perspective as both a physician and spiritual practitioner, exploring the intersection of science, faith, and the unseen forces that shape our lives. Whether you're curious about energy healing, seeking a deeper understanding of consciousness, or exploring your own spiritual path, this episode invites you to consider a powerful question: What becomes possible when we remember who we truly are? Tune in for an expansive and thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional thinking and encourages listeners to step into their own maximum potential.
What's the one thing I need to do to finally feel better?It's one of the most common questions Janell hears from women who have been struggling with fatigue, hormone changes, digestive issues, weight concerns, poor sleep, or simply feeling like they don't recognize their body anymore.The desire for one clear answer is understandable. When you've spent years trying different diets, supplements, practitioners, and protocols, the promise of a single solution feels hopeful.But what if healing doesn't work that way?In this episode, Janell explains why lasting healing isn't about finding one magic fix—it's about understanding the whole person. Your body isn't a collection of disconnected symptoms. Your hormones, metabolism, digestion, blood sugar, nervous system, emotions, relationships, environment, and life experiences all influence one another. When we begin looking for patterns instead of isolated problems, the picture becomes much clearer.In this episode, Janell discusses:Why searching for "the one thing" can keep you stuck in the healing hustleHow seemingly unrelated symptoms are often connectedThe difference between symptom-focused care and whole-person healingWhy more information doesn't always create more clarityHow understanding patterns leads to better decisionsWhy you're not broken—and why that's one of the most freeing realizations in the healing journeyIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting advice or exhausted from trying one solution after another, this episode offers a calmer, more integrated way to think about your health.Related EpisodesIf you enjoyed this conversation, you may also like:Why Fixing Your Hormones Isn't Fixing Your SymptomsWhy You Still Feel Stressed Even When the Problem Is GoneThe Hunger Food Can Never SatisfyFood Noise: What It Actually Means (And Why It's Not Just About Food)Together, these conversations build a foundation for understanding health as an interconnected system—not a collection of isolated problems.
"Living a full life, living a beautiful life, means learning how to carry grief."What if grief isn't something we're meant to get over, but something we're meant to learn how to carry?In today's episode, I'm joined by therapist and author Margaret Bryden to explore the intersection of grief, creativity, and the healing power of honest expression. Margaret's upcoming book, How I Understand It: A Bad Poet's Guide to Mental Health and Resilience, offers a refreshing invitation to set aside perfection and discover how writing can help us better understand ourselves and our experiences.In this episode, we talk about:Why grief is an inevitable part of living a full lifeHow "bad poetry" helps quiet perfectionism and self-criticismTurning grief into something tangible we can hold and understandThe role of creativity in restoring agency after lossWhy many people feel pressure to perform griefNarrative authority and reclaiming ownership of your storyThe connection between poetry, self-awareness, and healingWhy resilience is learning how to love differentlyHow creative expression reduces isolation and fosters connectionA simple way to begin writing, even if you've never considered yourself creativeLinks + Resources from this episode:Buy Margaret's bookConnect with Margaret onlineFollow her on InstagramBecome a PatronLearn more about Restorative Grief
383 – Do you want to see more healing in your life?If you had lived 2,000 years ago, would you have asked Jesus to heal you?Probably so! Unfortunately, since Jesus isn't here personally the way he was back then, some Christians have concluded God doesn't or can't heal the way He did in the Bible.But there's a growing movement within the greater Christian church which is experiencing the healing power of God in their everyday lives.In this week's episode, we're going to answer the question: How can we see more of God's healing in our lives?Why it is always God's will for you to be healedYour motives make all the differenceHumility is a key factor in healingThe power of "running to meet Goliath" when you pray for healingPraying with the sword of the TruthAsk yourself these questionsDo you trust God completely or are you leaning on your own abilities?What do I need to repent of to open the door to healing?What does Christ give you that empowers your prayers to heal?Why are prayer and Bible study important? (That's obvious!)How can gratitude bring healingWhy does the way you live and love matter?What if all your prayers for healing go unanswered, and feel like just a bunch of hollow words?There's a simple remedy for this. Listen now to see what you can do when this happens.∞∞∞∞∞∞∞Previous episodes mentioned:Episode 29: Is it Ever God's Will You Are NOT Healed When You Pray?Episode 98: It Is God's Will for You to Be HealedBlog Post: Running to Meet GoliathEpisode 353: The Blessing of Facing Challenges Head-OnEpisode 23: How to Pray Like Jesus: The Prayer to Rebuke SicknessEpisode 24: Give Gratitude in Advance of a Healing or BlessingSHOW NOTES: For a full transcript and Bible quotes in this episode, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/383Text me your questions or comments.Support the showIf you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify__________________James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshop for your church or organization (online and in person)Subscribe to the podcast (and get your copy of Praying with the Mindset of Jesus) Make a donation to support the showSchedule a free one hour coaching call to see if the Jesus Mindset Coaching program is a good fit for youContact James here
The advice most addiction and recovery experts miss? Lasting change is not just about stopping the behavior - it is about healing fear, abandonment, shame, and the trauma wired underneath it. Dr. Robb Kelly shares the wild, faith-filled story that turned him from homeless, hopeless alcoholic to addiction specialist with a 98% success rate and a global recovery organization.What begins as a raw testimony quickly becomes a powerful blueprint for real transformation. David Mendonca presses into the moment that changed everything, and Dr. Kelly reveals how a mysterious 12-week discipleship relationship, a new understanding of neuroscience, and a relentless belief in God helped him rebuild his life, his family, and his mission.You'll discover:Why Dr. Kelly says alcohol and addiction are symptoms, not the root problemHow childhood trauma, repetition, and learned behavior shape adult self-sabotageWhat neuroscience says about neural pathways, DNA, and healingWhy he believes faith and recovery must work together for lasting changeHow relapse can become part of the training, not the end of the storyWhy environment, accountability, and the people around you can either heal or destroy youDr. Robb Kelly also opens up about losing everything, surviving homelessness, dying twice on the street, and the moment a stranger named John walked him into a new life. He shares how that breakthrough eventually led to restored relationships with his daughters, a deeper calling, and a recovery model built on personal mentorship, discipline, and spiritual truth.If you or someone you love is stuck in addiction, anxiety, depression, or cycles that never seem to break, this conversation brings hope with substance. It is especially essential for fathers, husbands, and anyone fighting to become the kind of man, parent, or leader God calls them to be.Dr. Robb Kelly is a recovered alcoholic and addiction specialist based in Texas, with offices in multiple countries and decades of experience helping people overcome addiction, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. He blends lived experience with neuroscience and faith-centered recovery, and has worked with more than 11,000 patients.David Mendonca hosts the conversation with a father-first, discipleship-driven lens, grounding the episode in Scripture, accountability, and the power of walking beside people through hard seasons.
What if some of the rules running your life aren't actually yours?**WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YouTube: https://youtu.be/ty1VIuHSMDYAward-winning filmmaker, keynote speaker, and author Denise Soler Cox (https://denisesolercox.com/) returns to Dance in the Discomfort Zone with her new book, What Will They Say?, an exploration of the cultural taboos, inherited expectations, and unspoken rules that shape how we live, lead, belong and sometimes hold ourselves back.**BUY THE BOOK NOW: https://denisesolercox.com/bookThe book was born after touring with her documentary Being Ñ. After viewing the film, people repeatedly approached her and revealed secrets they'd never told anyone and dreams they were afraid to go after. Denise began noticing a pattern: underneath many of those stories was the same powerful fear...what will people say?While Denise writes through the lens of her Latino perspective, this conversation is wildly universal. Because every culture, family, workplace, and community has rules that encourages hiding things from others to "save face".The fun begins when we start asking whether we still want to follow them.We get into:The surprising “line” that inspired an entire bookA cultural phrase that can quietly follow you into your career and lifeThe deeply personal taboo Denise almost didn't write aboutWhat an AP Physics lesson unexpectedly reveals about emotional healingWhy breaking a generational cycle may be much simpler than we thinkMore from Denise:https://denisesolercox.com/https://www.instagram.com/denisesolercox/https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisesolercox/Denise's original appearance here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-182-denise-soler-cox-film-maker-and-expert-in/id1444223443?i=1000560093054Denise Soler Cox is a cultural excavator — award-winning filmmaker, keynote speaker, and author who goes inside the cultures that shape how we lead, belong, and who we become. Her debut book ¿Qué Dirán? / What Will They Say? (Simon & Schuster, August 2026) uncovers the ten inherited rules keeping us shrinking and shows us how to stop. She's spoken on 400+ stages, including two TEDx talks, and her podcast The Self-ish Latina has listeners in 32 countries.Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What happens after you've survived something that could have defined the rest of your life?Today's guest, Cindy Benezra, is a USA Today bestselling author, speaker, trauma recovery advocate, and author of Under the Orange Blossoms. Cindy is also a survivor of childhood sexual abuse at the hands of her father.But this conversation isn't about the details of what happened to Cindy. It's about what came next.Cindy and I talk about what healing actually looks like in everyday life, learning to trust yourself again, breaking generational cycles, reclaiming your voice, and shifting the question from "What happened to me?" to "What's next?"We also talk about Cindy's beautiful concept of "Freckles of Light"—the small, ordinary moments of hope and goodness that remind us healing doesn't always happen through one massive breakthrough. Sometimes it happens quietly, little by little.In this episode, we talk about:Moving from a past-defined identity toward what's nextWhat it means to become your own healerCindy's "Freckles of Light" and finding hope in ordinary momentsBreaking intergenerational cyclesReclaiming your voice and learning to trust yourselfThe role of storytelling and vulnerability in healingWhy community and connection matterFinding hope when you're still carrying something from your pastWhether you've experienced trauma yourself or you're simply carrying something from your past that has shaped who you are today, this conversation is a reminder that what happened to you can be part of your story without getting to write the rest of it.Connect with Cindy:Learn more about Cindy, Under the Orange Blossoms, and her work at CindyTalks.Connect with Her Village offline:If you're local to the Naperville area, Her Village is about getting out from behind the screens and building real-life connection, too. Join us for upcoming coffee dates, nights out, book gatherings, and other opportunities to meet women in your local community.Find details and upcoming gatherings by following along on Instagram or signing up for our email list.And if this episode made you think of someone in your own village, send it her way. Sometimes being part of someone's village is as simple as saying, "I heard this, and I thought of you."Support the show__________________________________________________________________________________Her Village is more than a podcast—it's a space for real connection, honest conversations, and meaningful friendships in the places we live.If you want to go deeper and stay connected beyond the podcast, you can join us here: joinhervillage.co
What if the fears holding you back aren't even yours?In this episode of Big Crystal Energy, I'm joined by crystal healer, teacher, and author Krista Mitchell for a fascinating conversation about crystal consciousness, shadow work, ancestral healing, and why working with crystals goes so much deeper than memorizing metaphysical properties.Krista shares how a single piece of selenite completely changed the course of her life, why she believes crystals are conscious allies rather than passive tools, and how decades of experience led her beyond traditional crystal healing into deeper work with memory, the Akashic Records, ancestral patterns, and soul alignment.We also explore one of my favorite topics from Krista's teachings: the idea that many of our fears, emotional patterns, and energetic blocks may not have originated in this lifetime at all—and why true healing isn't about cutting away symptoms, but uncovering the deeper cause.If you've ever wondered how to build a real relationship with your crystals—or if you've felt called toward deeper healing work—this conversation will leave you with plenty to reflect on.In this episode we discuss:Krista's unexpected journey into crystal healingWhy she considers herself "stone taught" rather than traditionally trainedThe difference between collecting crystals and consciously working with themWhy memorizing crystal meanings isn't the most effective way to learnCrystal consciousness and treating stones as energetic alliesMoving beyond "love and light" into authentic shadow workThe hidden problems with modern cord-cutting practicesWhy recurring energetic cords often point to deeper healing that still needs to happenPast lives, ancestral memory, and inherited energetic patternsHow memory—not just thought—shapes our realityKrista's fascinating "bees" story and what it teaches about irrational fearsRewriting energetic patterns through Akashic healingWhy everything you need already exists within youHow crystals help activate what your soul already carriesFinding your purpose by consciously working with crystal alliesMemorable moments"We're not here to convince anyone. We're here to share our work with the people who are seeking it.""We are the magic. We are the miracle. The crystals help activate what's already within us.""If you keep cutting energetic cords and they keep returning, they're asking you to look at the deeper cause."Connect with Krista MitchellVisit Krista's website to learn about her courses, Mystery School, certifications, and crystal healing offerings.You can also follow Krista on Instagram and TikTok, where she regularly shares crystal teachings, shadow work, energetic healing, and practical spiritual guidance.(Links below.)If this conversation resonated with you, I'd love to hear your biggest takeaway. Share this episode with someone who's ready to explore crystals beyond the labels and begin working with them as true allies on the healing journey.If you're enjoying Big Crystal Energy, please leave a rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts. It helps more magical souls discover the shoSend me any questions or comments you may have and I will answer them on upcoming podcast episodes!! Looking forward to hearing from you!Please message me with any questions or comments. bigcrystalenergypodcast @gmail.com
In this solo episode of Widowed 2 Soon, Michelle Bader Ebersole shares the unexpected journey of attending—and speaking at—her late husband Luke's 30-year high school class reunion.As soon as the invitation arrived, she wrestled with whether she should go. Would it be awkward? Would she know anyone? Would it stir up more grief than she was ready for? What she experienced instead was a beautiful reminder that courage often leads to unexpected blessings.Michelle shares the emotions of walking into a room filled with people who loved Luke, the funny and awkward conversations that came with introducing herself as his widow, and the honor of standing before his classmates to share about the man they remembered and the incredible perseverance that defined his life long after high school.This episode is an honest conversation about grief, courage, and choosing to step into difficult moments instead of avoiding them. Whether you're facing a reunion, a wedding, a family gathering, or another milestone after loss, Michelle hopes this episode encourages you to keep showing up—even when it's hard.She also shares why having support matters, reflects on the many ways God met her throughout the evening, and gives an update on the upcoming Widow Goals Retreat in Dallas this October.Why Michelle almost didn't attend Luke's 30-year class reunionThe emotions of walking into a room filled with Luke's classmatesFunny, awkward, and meaningful conversations from the eveningThe story behind the speech honoring Luke's life and legacyWhat the night taught Michelle about courage, grief, and healingWhy bringing a trusted friend can make difficult events more manageableDetails about the upcoming Widow Goals Retreat and the August 5 price increaseClick Here to Register for the Widow Goals Fall RetreatBook a free grief coaching consultation call with Michelle HEREJoin the Widow Goals Online Community and get Michelle's Widow Goals Course use code podcast for a free monthLearn More About Michelle's Widow Coaching Program HereClick HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program Click HERE to order Michelle's book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader GuideClick HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group LeaderFollow Hayley's Parent Loss Goals Ministry Here on IGHere on FBClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonBook Michelle as a speakerGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals GroupsClick Here to apply to be a guest on Widowed 2 SoonFollow Michelle on TikTokFollow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/https://www.instagram.com/widowgoalsSee my videos on YoutubeSubscribe to our YouTube Channel
What if the pressure to fix yourself is the very thing keeping you broken?In this episode of The Higher Self, Danny Morel leads a live session from Awaken, one of his powerful transformational events, and challenges one of the most deeply ingrained beliefs in personal development: that awareness means you need to immediately fix what you find. Because the moment you see something in yourself and label it as wrong, your mind goes to war with it. And that war is exactly what keeps the pattern alive.Whether it's overeating, addiction, numbing out, or constant performance — these behaviors aren't character flaws. They're attempts to fill a void that was created long before you had the language to describe it. And judging yourself for them has never once made them go away.In this episode you'll learn:Why becoming aware of a problem often makes it feel worse, and what to do insteadHow self-criticism and the pressure to fix keeps you from actually healingWhy behaviors like overeating and addiction are symbolic attempts to fill a childhood voidHow acceptance — not effort — is what finally creates the space for love and abundance to enterThe work doesn't end here. Come do it in person with Danny at Awaken, where real transformation happens in the room.
Send us Fan MailWhat if the deepest wound in your life isn't one you've been able to name?In this heartfelt episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Patricia sits down with Rachelle Starr, founder of Scarlet Hope, author, speaker, and executive producer of the documentary He Calls Me Daughter. After leaving a successful corporate career, Rachelle answered God's call to serve women in the adult entertainment industry, witnessing firsthand how countless stories of brokenness often trace back to one common thread: father wounds.Together, Patricia and Rachelle explore how our experiences with earthly fathers can shape the way we see ourselves—and even how we relate to our Heavenly Father. More importantly, they share the hope that true healing is possible through God's redeeming love.In this episode, you'll learn:What father wounds are and how they impact our identityWhy our view of God is often influenced by our childhood experiencesThe inspiring story behind the documentary He Calls Me DaughterHow Scarlet Hope is bringing hope to women in the adult entertainment industryPractical encouragement for beginning a journey of healingWhy every person can find lasting identity as a beloved child of GodRachelle also shares the heart behind He Calls Me Daughter, a documentary that invites viewers to experience healing from father wounds and discover the unconditional love of their Heavenly Father.You'll find these resources and Patricia's companion blog on her website: https://patriciaholbrook.com/2026/08/when-father-wounds-meet-the-fathers-love/Support Soaring with Him's Free Bible Distribution Program: https://www.soaringwithhim.com/bible/If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe to God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, leave a review, and share this conversation with someone who needs the reminder that healing is possible and every daughter is deeply loved by her Heavenly Father.Support the showClick on the link above to support us and help keep this show going!Click on the links to connect with Patricia on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube
What if most chronic illness isn't caused by bad luck or genetics, but by the daily choices we make?In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with holistic nutritionist, radio host, and wellness coach Tammy Cuthbert Garcia to discuss the connection between lifestyle, mindset, nutrition, and long-term health. They explore why symptoms should be viewed as signals rather than problems to suppress, how personal responsibility impacts wellness, and why true healing often starts by addressing root causes instead of managing symptoms.The conversation explores how modern healthcare often focuses on symptom management while overlooking prevention, education, and personal accountability. Tammy explains why awareness is the first step toward transformation and how individuals can begin making sustainable changes that support long-term wellness.Listeners will gain practical insights into improving health through consistent habits, better decision-making, community support, and a deeper understanding of how the body responds to lifestyle choices.What You'll LearnWhy lifestyle choices play a major role in long-term healthHow symptoms can serve as valuable signals from the bodyThe connection between mindset, identity, and healingWhy metabolic health matters more than many people realizeHow childhood experiences influence food behaviorsThe importance of personal responsibility in wellnessPractical ways to create sustainable health habitsWhy community support accelerates transformationKey Takeaways✅ Holistic nutrition focuses on lifestyle, habits, and long-term wellness.✅ Awareness is the first step toward improving your health.✅ Symptoms often reveal underlying issues that need attention.✅ Food beliefs and family culture shape lifelong habits.✅ Metabolic health plays a major role in overall well-being.✅ Personal responsibility creates lasting change.✅ Mindset and identity can either support or hinder healing.✅ Consistency matters more than perfection.✅ Community support can accelerate growth and transformation.✅ Small daily choices compound into significant health outcomes.Tammy Garcia's Guest Links & ResourcesWebsite – https://naturallyinspiredradio.com/X – http://x.com/tammycuthbertgInstagram – http://instagram.com/tammycuthbertgarciaFree Lifestyle Health & Wellness Assessment - https://calendly.com/tammycuthbertgarcia/consciously-clean-assessmentExplore More With Michael ReardenWebsite – https://revenconcepts.com/Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/Work With Michael Reardenhttps://www.revenconcepts.com/
Have you ever looked back at another relationship and thought, How did I end up here again?You're dating someone completely different, yet somehow you end up with the same anxiety, the same confusion, and the same disappointment.In this solo episode, Andrea dives into one of the biggest dating mistakes women make after divorce or heartbreak: believing awareness equals healing.Just because you recognize red flags doesn't mean you've stopped choosing them.Andrea shares her own dating experiences, answers listener questions, breaks down situationships, explains why "almost" relationships keep us stuck, and reveals the difference between understanding someone's behavior and actually choosing yourself.If you've ever found yourself saying, "This one feels different," this episode may completely change the way you look at dating.In this episode:The difference between awareness and healingWhy we keep repeating relationship patternsSituationships and upgraded inconsistencyWhy your nervous system mistakes chaos for chemistryDating potential instead of realityHow to stop settling for breadcrumbsThe question that instantly changes how you date⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome back to From Mrs. to Ms.01:10 Did I really heal... or just upgrade the packaging?03:05 Awareness vs. healing05:15 Why understanding someone's behavior isn't growth08:00 Confusion is not chemistry10:10 The danger of "almost" relationships11:35 What a situationship really looks like14:00 Why we keep accepting breadcrumbs17:30 The hardest part of dating after divorce21:30 Listener Question: "Am I overthinking this?"25:00 Why your nervous system mistakes chaos for chemistry27:20 Stop dating someone's potential29:30 Listener Question: "He says he's not ready for a relationship"33:45 My own situationship story38:20 If they want to, they will41:00 Your attraction hasn't caught up to your healing43:30 Interview them like they're applying for the job46:00 Final challenge: Are you choosing differently?
What if the person keeping you from healing isn't your ex, your parents, your circumstances, or your past—but the version of you that's still waiting for them to become someone they're never going to be?Most people think healing begins when the other person apologizes, changes, or finally understands the pain they caused.It doesn't.This conversation explores the courageous decision to release resentment, reclaim personal authority, and discover the freedom that only comes when you finally choose yourself.If you've been carrying resentment, fighting the past, or waiting for someone else to change before you can finally move forward, this episode offers a radically different path.Healing doesn't begin when they change.It begins when you let go.Key Takeaways:Choosing liberation over prolonged conflictWhy letting go is an act of self-love—not surrenderEmbodiment versus intellectual understandingThe connection between authenticity and effective coachingNervous system regulation and emotional safetyExpanding your window of safetyIdentity beyond trauma and external validationReturning to your authentic selfCreative expression as a path to healingWhy process matters more than outcomesPermission versus personal authorityAuthenticity in business and leadershipBuilding relationships from truth instead of fearWhy healing doesn't have to be complicatedJoy, purpose, and living from inner alignment
What if the pain you've been trying to ignore is the very thing keeping you from experiencing the healing and freedom God has for your life? Why do emotional wounds continue to affect us long after the painful moments have passed?Why do so many people carry childhood trauma, rejection, shame, fear, and brokenness into adulthood without ever experiencing true healing?In this powerful inspirational episode, Reginald D sits down with author of Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt, Bible teacher, speaker, podcast host, and founder of Collide Ministry, Willow Weston, to discuss how unresolved pain, generational trauma, and emotional wounds can quietly shape our lives—and how Jesus offers genuine healing and lasting freedom.Growing up with an alcoholic mother, Willow experienced instability, fear, embarrassment, and emotional pain that followed her well into adulthood. She shares how God transformed her life by teaching her that healing doesn't come from ignoring pain—it comes from bringing it honestly before Christ. Her message challenges the common belief that we simply "move on" from trauma, explaining instead that unresolved pain follows us until we allow God to heal it.In this episode you'll discover:Why unresolved emotional pain follows us through lifeHow generational trauma is passed from one generation to anotherWhy avoiding pain only deepens emotional woundsWhat it truly means to collide with Jesus in your brokennessHow faith and community accelerate healingWhy your past does not define your futureHow God rewrites your story with hope and purposePractical steps toward emotional healing and spiritual freedomHow forgiveness, honesty, and faith create lasting transformationWhy healing is possible regardless of your pastThis episode reminds you that God is not intimidated by brokenness—He specializes in restoring it. Whether you're carrying trauma, struggling with anxiety, battling shame, navigating grief, or simply longing for peace, this conversation offers biblical wisdom, hope, and practical encouragement for your healing journey.What you will gain:Gain motivational and inspirational insights that will help you confront emotional wounds, break unhealthy patterns, overcome fear, and discover lasting healing through faith in Jesus Christ.Learn practical self-improvement and educational principles for recognizing generational trauma, processing pain in healthy ways, strengthening relationships, and building emotional resilience.Strengthen your faith and motivation by understanding how God transforms brokenness into purpose, replaces shame with hope, and empowers you to live in freedom instead of fear.Press play now to hear this powerful motivational and inspirational conversation and discover how God can transform your deepest wounds into lasting healing, hope, and purpose.Willow's Contact Info.:Purchase Willow's Book: Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt - https://www.amazon.com/Collide-Running-Into-Healing-Hands/dp/B0FD7PQ768Website: https://willowweston.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowannewestonLinktree: https://linktr.ee/willowannewestonThe Collide Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-collide-podcast/id1440701266Send us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Website: https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speeches, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling. Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`
In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah sits down with licensed psychotherapist Paula D. Atkinson to explore the intersection of body image, eating disorders, social justice, and body liberation.Paula shares her personal journey from growing up as a fat child, developing anorexia as a teenager, and eventually becoming a therapist, educator, and advocate for body justice. Together, Leah and Paula discuss the history of fatphobia, the limitations of weight-centric definitions of health, and why healing body image requires more than individual self-acceptance.Their conversation explores the role of systemic oppression in shaping body image, the power of critical thinking in diet culture recovery, and how anger can become a catalyst for liberation rather than something to suppress.You'll hear about:Paula's journey from anorexia recovery to becoming a body liberation therapist and educatorWhat teaching a university course on weight, health, and society revealed about diet culture and the "obesity epidemic"The role of rage in disordered eating and body image healingWhy external validation can never replace genuine self-acceptanceHow body image healing intersects with social justice, oppression, and collective liberationPaula's perspective on anger, psychedelics, and other unexpected pathways to body liberationMore From Paula:Website: https://www.pauladatkinson.comInstagram: @pauladatkinsonMore From Leah:
Confessions of a Freebird - Midlife, Divorce, Dating, Empty Nest, Well-Being, Mindset, Happiness
What if the anxiety you feel about dating again isn't a sign you weren't meant to date, but an invitation to understand yourself more deeply?Like many women over 50, you've built a successful career or raised and launched your children, done the therapy, read the self-help books, and created a meaningful life after divorce — and you still question your intuition when someone new shows up. You don't want to be alone, but you keep attracting the wrong guys and repeating the same relationship patterns.Dating after divorce isn't just about finding someone you're attracted to. It's about learning to recognize relationship compatibility, understanding the difference between chemistry and emotional safety, and knowing whether your body is responding to a real red flag or an old attachment wound asking for attention. That's why nervous system regulation and self-awareness matter just as much as finding the right partner.As a certified somatic experiencing practitioner and coach, and someone who's spent the last eight years navigating dating relationships myself, I'm sharing the lessons that changed what I look for in a partner — the qualities that helped me move beyond chemistry toward a relationship built on honesty, growth, and genuine connection.In this episode, I'll share:The 9 green flags not everyone is talking aboutWhat a healthy relationship is actually built on outside of attraction and chemistryHow to tell the difference between a warning sign and an attachment wound that needs healingWhy financial alignment, shared values, and emotional maturity matter more in midlife than most people realizeWhat relationship green flags look like once early-dating excitement settlesWhy secure attachment isn't about finding the perfect partner — it's learning to create safety within yourself and with someone elseWhy conflict repair is the #1 predictor of long-term compatibilityHow laughter, generosity, and accountability build deeper intimacyHow honest conversations about your past, fears, and intimacy strengthen connection instead of creating distanceFinding love in midlife isn't about getting lucky. It's about getting clear on what truly matters, trusting yourself enough to wait for it, and choosing someone who makes you feel loved.Much love and freedom,LaurieClick here to purchase my “Nervous System Regulation Starter Kit” it's $29.99Click here to purchase my book: Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting GoFree ResourcesClick here to schedule a FREE inquiry call with me.Click here for my FREE “Beginner's Guide to Somatic Healing”Click here for my FREE “Girlfriends Guide to Online Dating”Click here for my FREE Core Values ExerciseResources Mentioned in this episode:Click here to join me on Insight Timer for somatic healing practices and guided meditations. Somatic Touch Sessions - Click here to book an inquiry call if you're in Los Angeles.OKCupid Article Connect with me:WebsiteInstagramEpisodes MentionedDating in Midlife Series - 8 Signs You're Ready to Date and Fall in Love Again in MidlifeOvercome Your Midlife Dating Fears: 8 Tips You Can't Miss5 Tips to Make Dating Over 50 Fun Again with Carolyn Lee ArnoldWhy Self-Love And Setting Boundaries Are Important for Succesfully Dating in MidlifeOther Dating PodcastsOvercome Common Dating Challenges and Achieve Emotional Connection with Bernardo MendezHow to Feel Confident and Find a Healthy Relationship Dating in MidlifeFinancial Alignment - How to Build Financial Security and Confidence with Jennifer LeeIntimacy in Midlife - How Safe Hormone Therapy and Vaginal Health Can Close The Bedroom Gap with Dr. Maria SophoclesPlease leave me feedback. I cannot respond so if you'd like me to respond, please leave your email***********************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL, MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED THERAPIST IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WITH RESPECT TO ANY MEDICAL ISSUE OR PROBLEM.
Dr. John Kim joins the show to discuss mold illness, cell danger response, mitochondrial dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and why many patients remain stuck despite following conventional detox protocols. Together, we explore how environmental toxins, infections, trauma, gut health, and cellular resilience all influence the body's ability to heal and what clinicians can do to better support lasting recovery.We dive into:Cell danger response and its role in chronic illnessHow mold toxins disrupt mitochondria, cell membranes, and energy productionWhy emotional trauma and chronic stress can drive immune dysfunctionThe connection between mold illness, gut health, and the microbiomeWhy some patients react poorly to glutathione, binders, and traditional detox protocolsAdvanced testing for mold illness, inflammation, and mitochondrial healthThe importance of supporting drainage pathways before detoxificationHow mycotoxins contribute to brain fog, fatigue, and neuroinflammationPractical strategies for addressing chronic mold exposure and supporting cellular healingWhy a personalized, root-cause approach leads to better long-term outcomes
Why do we repeat the same painful relationship patterns? Is it just bad luck or could there be deeper, soul-level roots? Join Linda Lang as she welcomes past life hypnotherapist and psychic healer Karen Kubicko to explore how our relationships are shaped by past lifetimes and karmic imprints.Discover:How trauma and vows made in past lives can shape your current love lifeWhy we may choose difficult relationships or families before birthThe deeper patterns behind abuse, "bad luck" in love, and perfectionismMystical techniques to uncover your root causes and begin deep healingWhy self-love and boundaries are essential for soul growthPowerful stories of transformation and hopeReady to break free from old patterns and create more loving, conscious connections? Tune in and start your journey of soulful healing and relationship evolution.To learn more about Karen Kubicko and her work, visit https://KarenKubicko.com. Reference: Life Is Just Another Class: One Soul's Journey Through Past Life Regression and Making True Love: Healing Relationship Patterns Through Past Life Regression by Karen Kubicko#KarmicRelationships #PastLifeHealing #SoulGrowth #SpiritualJourney #ConsciousRelationships #IntuitiveLiving #EnergyHealing #EvolveConsciously #ManifestLove #ExploringTheMysticalSideOfLife ✨ Join us as we explore the deeper truths of reality, the mystical realms, connect with higher guidance, and embody more light, love, self-discovery, and truth in everyday life.Stay connected… Visit Linda Lang at https://ThoughtChange.com YouTube: Exploring The Mystical Side of Life - YouTube Freebies: https://thoughtchange.vipmembervault.com/ Meditations: https://insighttimer.com/thoughtchange Spiritual blog: https://thoughtchange.com/blog✨ Thanks for exploring the Mystical Side of Life with us. If you enjoy our journey into the mystical realms, please like, share, and subscribe to stay updated with our latest episodes. ✨Consider joining the membership for MEMBER's ONLY content and perks. Your support helps us explore more dimensions of spirituality and mysticism for everyone. If you'd like to buy us a cup of coffee, contributions (any amount) can be made to https://paypal.me/thoughtchange or https://www.buymeacoffee.com/s0ycsy6sj9. Thank you! We appreciate all donations. Produced by Linda Lang, ThoughtChange, Box 551, Richmond, ON, Canada K0A2Z0Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast/video are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the host or the podcast.
New Science Behind Reshaping Your BodyFor decades, we've been told that reshaping our bodies comes down to one simple formula: eat less and exercise more. But what if that advice is incomplete—or even keeping you stuck?In this episode, JJ Flizanes is joined once again by cardiologist and microbiome pioneer Dr. William Davis to explore the emerging science that's changing how we think about body composition, metabolism, aging, and long-term health. Together, they challenge the outdated focus on weight loss alone and introduce a more comprehensive approach to creating a healthier, stronger, and more resilient body.You'll discover why simply losing weight isn't enough—and how protecting your muscle, restoring your gut, regulating your nervous system, and reducing inflammation are all essential pieces of the puzzle.Dr. Davis explains the fascinating connections between the gut microbiome, liver function, insulin resistance, muscle mass, and abdominal fat, while JJ shares why unresolved emotional stress and nervous system dysregulation can prevent healing even when you're eating well and exercising consistently.Whether you're trying to lose fat, improve your energy, reverse metabolic dysfunction, navigate menopause, or simply age with strength and vitality, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what's really driving your health.In This EpisodeWhy "lose weight" is an outdated and potentially harmful health goalThe difference between losing weight and reshaping your bodyHow preserving and building muscle protects your metabolism and longevityThe newly discovered gut-muscle, gut-liver, and gut-brain connectionsWhy insulin resistance begins long before diabetesThe hidden role your microbiome plays in fat storage and fatty liverWhy exercise recommendations need to be far more specific than "move more"How resistance training supports healthy aging without creating bulky musclesThe impact of chronic stress, cortisol, and fight-or-flight on digestion, fat storage, and healingWhy emotional regulation is a critical missing piece in lasting body transformationEnvironmental factors—including microplastics, PFAS, and pesticides—that may be influencing your healthPractical ways to measure progress beyond the number on the scaleHow new science is reshaping our understanding of metabolic health and longevityKey TakeawaysYour body isn't simply responding to calories in versus calories out. It's responding to your microbiome, nervous system, hormones, muscle mass, inflammation, environmental exposures, and emotional state.True body transformation isn't about becoming smaller—it's about becoming healthier, stronger, more metabolically flexible, and creating an internal environment where healing can actually occur.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe New Body Blueprint Cruise (February 2027)The upcoming New Body Blueprint online home study programGut microbiome restorationSmall Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)Insulin resistanceFatty liverResistance training and muscle preservationNervous system regulationRadical Remission researchEnvironmental toxins and metabolic healthConnect with JJWebsite: https://jjflizanes.comLearn more about the New Body Blueprint and upcoming opportunities at: https://TheNewBodyBlueprint.comGet in on the 3 week class! https://jjflizanes.com/3steps
New Science Behind Reshaping Your BodyFor decades, we've been told that reshaping our bodies comes down to one simple formula: eat less and exercise more. But what if that advice is incomplete—or even keeping you stuck?In this episode, JJ Flizanes is joined once again by cardiologist and microbiome pioneer Dr. William Davis to explore the emerging science that's changing how we think about body composition, metabolism, aging, and long-term health. Together, they challenge the outdated focus on weight loss alone and introduce a more comprehensive approach to creating a healthier, stronger, and more resilient body.You'll discover why simply losing weight isn't enough—and how protecting your muscle, restoring your gut, regulating your nervous system, and reducing inflammation are all essential pieces of the puzzle.Dr. Davis explains the fascinating connections between the gut microbiome, liver function, insulin resistance, muscle mass, and abdominal fat, while JJ shares why unresolved emotional stress and nervous system dysregulation can prevent healing even when you're eating well and exercising consistently.Whether you're trying to lose fat, improve your energy, reverse metabolic dysfunction, navigate menopause, or simply age with strength and vitality, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what's really driving your health.In This EpisodeWhy "lose weight" is an outdated and potentially harmful health goalThe difference between losing weight and reshaping your bodyHow preserving and building muscle protects your metabolism and longevityThe newly discovered gut-muscle, gut-liver, and gut-brain connectionsWhy insulin resistance begins long before diabetesThe hidden role your microbiome plays in fat storage and fatty liverWhy exercise recommendations need to be far more specific than "move more"How resistance training supports healthy aging without creating bulky musclesThe impact of chronic stress, cortisol, and fight-or-flight on digestion, fat storage, and healingWhy emotional regulation is a critical missing piece in lasting body transformationEnvironmental factors—including microplastics, PFAS, and pesticides—that may be influencing your healthPractical ways to measure progress beyond the number on the scaleHow new science is reshaping our understanding of metabolic health and longevityKey TakeawaysYour body isn't simply responding to calories in versus calories out. It's responding to your microbiome, nervous system, hormones, muscle mass, inflammation, environmental exposures, and emotional state.True body transformation isn't about becoming smaller—it's about becoming healthier, stronger, more metabolically flexible, and creating an internal environment where healing can actually occur.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe New Body Blueprint Cruise (February 2027)The upcoming New Body Blueprint online home study programGut microbiome restorationSmall Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)Insulin resistanceFatty liverResistance training and muscle preservationNervous system regulationRadical Remission researchEnvironmental toxins and metabolic healthConnect with JJWebsite: https://jjflizanes.comLearn more about the New Body Blueprint and upcoming opportunities at: https://TheNewBodyBlueprint.comGet in on the 3 week class! https://jjflizanes.com/3steps
New Science Behind Reshaping Your BodyFor decades, we've been told that reshaping our bodies comes down to one simple formula: eat less and exercise more. But what if that advice is incomplete—or even keeping you stuck?In this episode, JJ Flizanes is joined once again by cardiologist and microbiome pioneer Dr. William Davis to explore the emerging science that's changing how we think about body composition, metabolism, aging, and long-term health. Together, they challenge the outdated focus on weight loss alone and introduce a more comprehensive approach to creating a healthier, stronger, and more resilient body.You'll discover why simply losing weight isn't enough—and how protecting your muscle, restoring your gut, regulating your nervous system, and reducing inflammation are all essential pieces of the puzzle.Dr. Davis explains the fascinating connections between the gut microbiome, liver function, insulin resistance, muscle mass, and abdominal fat, while JJ shares why unresolved emotional stress and nervous system dysregulation can prevent healing even when you're eating well and exercising consistently.Whether you're trying to lose fat, improve your energy, reverse metabolic dysfunction, navigate menopause, or simply age with strength and vitality, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what's really driving your health.In This EpisodeWhy "lose weight" is an outdated and potentially harmful health goalThe difference between losing weight and reshaping your bodyHow preserving and building muscle protects your metabolism and longevityThe newly discovered gut-muscle, gut-liver, and gut-brain connectionsWhy insulin resistance begins long before diabetesThe hidden role your microbiome plays in fat storage and fatty liverWhy exercise recommendations need to be far more specific than "move more"How resistance training supports healthy aging without creating bulky musclesThe impact of chronic stress, cortisol, and fight-or-flight on digestion, fat storage, and healingWhy emotional regulation is a critical missing piece in lasting body transformationEnvironmental factors—including microplastics, PFAS, and pesticides—that may be influencing your healthPractical ways to measure progress beyond the number on the scaleHow new science is reshaping our understanding of metabolic health and longevityKey TakeawaysYour body isn't simply responding to calories in versus calories out. It's responding to your microbiome, nervous system, hormones, muscle mass, inflammation, environmental exposures, and emotional state.True body transformation isn't about becoming smaller—it's about becoming healthier, stronger, more metabolically flexible, and creating an internal environment where healing can actually occur.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe New Body Blueprint Cruise (February 2027)The upcoming New Body Blueprint online home study programGut microbiome restorationSmall Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)Insulin resistanceFatty liverResistance training and muscle preservationNervous system regulationRadical Remission researchEnvironmental toxins and metabolic healthConnect with JJWebsite: https://jjflizanes.comLearn more about the New Body Blueprint and upcoming opportunities at: https://TheNewBodyBlueprint.comJoin the 3 week class! https://jjflizanes.com/3steps
Trauma is a universal human experience, everyone has it.Maybe yours came from your family, an ex, a friend, a classmate, or something that felt “small” at the time but still changed how you perceived yourself + your life.In this episode, I break down the Source truth on trauma, how our experiences are chosen, and how unhealed trauma can delay your timeline and ability to create.We also talk about how trauma is stored in the body... why anger may feel stuck in your hips, sadness may feel heavy in your chest, or fear may tighten your stomach.Because healing isn't just mental. Your body has to release what it's been holding too.For our advanced besties ready to go deeper, your next step is The Embodiment Formula, our live event where you physically learn to release this from your body. Join the next live event: https://www.alexandraninfo.com/the-embodiment-formulaIn this episode, get ready to learn:How unhealed trauma blocks relationships, money, career, health + creationWhy everyone's Level 10 trauma looks differentWhat happens to your light-body when you experience traumaWhy emotions can feel physically stored in the bodyWhy physical release is a key part of healingWhy your Soul chose the experiences it didFOLLOW MEInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexandraninfo TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@alexandraninfo You Can Also Listen to Unf*ck Yourself Podcast HereSite - https://www.alexandraninfo.com/podcast Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unf-ck-yourself/id1647393740Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4OfhtVIbV73xuSrZ2MnXKZ?si=f3fabaa47ca4482eYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@AlexandraNinfo
New Science Behind Reshaping Your BodyFor decades, we've been told that reshaping our bodies comes down to one simple formula: eat less and exercise more. But what if that advice is incomplete—or even keeping you stuck?In this episode, JJ Flizanes is joined once again by cardiologist and microbiome pioneer Dr. William Davis to explore the emerging science that's changing how we think about body composition, metabolism, aging, and long-term health. Together, they challenge the outdated focus on weight loss alone and introduce a more comprehensive approach to creating a healthier, stronger, and more resilient body.You'll discover why simply losing weight isn't enough—and how protecting your muscle, restoring your gut, regulating your nervous system, and reducing inflammation are all essential pieces of the puzzle.Dr. Davis explains the fascinating connections between the gut microbiome, liver function, insulin resistance, muscle mass, and abdominal fat, while JJ shares why unresolved emotional stress and nervous system dysregulation can prevent healing even when you're eating well and exercising consistently.Whether you're trying to lose fat, improve your energy, reverse metabolic dysfunction, navigate menopause, or simply age with strength and vitality, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what's really driving your health.In This EpisodeWhy "lose weight" is an outdated and potentially harmful health goalThe difference between losing weight and reshaping your bodyHow preserving and building muscle protects your metabolism and longevityThe newly discovered gut-muscle, gut-liver, and gut-brain connectionsWhy insulin resistance begins long before diabetesThe hidden role your microbiome plays in fat storage and fatty liverWhy exercise recommendations need to be far more specific than "move more"How resistance training supports healthy aging without creating bulky musclesThe impact of chronic stress, cortisol, and fight-or-flight on digestion, fat storage, and healingWhy emotional regulation is a critical missing piece in lasting body transformationEnvironmental factors—including microplastics, PFAS, and pesticides—that may be influencing your healthPractical ways to measure progress beyond the number on the scaleHow new science is reshaping our understanding of metabolic health and longevityKey TakeawaysYour body isn't simply responding to calories in versus calories out. It's responding to your microbiome, nervous system, hormones, muscle mass, inflammation, environmental exposures, and emotional state.True body transformation isn't about becoming smaller—it's about becoming healthier, stronger, more metabolically flexible, and creating an internal environment where healing can actually occur.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe New Body Blueprint Cruise (February 2027)The upcoming New Body Blueprint online home study programGut microbiome restorationSmall Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)Insulin resistanceFatty liverResistance training and muscle preservationNervous system regulationRadical Remission researchEnvironmental toxins and metabolic healthConnect with JJWebsite: https://jjflizanes.comLearn more about the New Body Blueprint and upcoming opportunities at: https://TheNewBodyBlueprint.comjoin the 3 week class!! https://jjflizanes.com/3steps
New Science Behind Reshaping Your BodyFor decades, we've been told that reshaping our bodies comes down to one simple formula: eat less and exercise more. But what if that advice is incomplete—or even keeping you stuck?In this episode, JJ Flizanes is joined once again by cardiologist and microbiome pioneer Dr. William Davis to explore the emerging science that's changing how we think about body composition, metabolism, aging, and long-term health. Together, they challenge the outdated focus on weight loss alone and introduce a more comprehensive approach to creating a healthier, stronger, and more resilient body.You'll discover why simply losing weight isn't enough—and how protecting your muscle, restoring your gut, regulating your nervous system, and reducing inflammation are all essential pieces of the puzzle.Dr. Davis explains the fascinating connections between the gut microbiome, liver function, insulin resistance, muscle mass, and abdominal fat, while JJ shares why unresolved emotional stress and nervous system dysregulation can prevent healing even when you're eating well and exercising consistently.Whether you're trying to lose fat, improve your energy, reverse metabolic dysfunction, navigate menopause, or simply age with strength and vitality, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what's really driving your health.In This EpisodeWhy "lose weight" is an outdated and potentially harmful health goalThe difference between losing weight and reshaping your bodyHow preserving and building muscle protects your metabolism and longevityThe newly discovered gut-muscle, gut-liver, and gut-brain connectionsWhy insulin resistance begins long before diabetesThe hidden role your microbiome plays in fat storage and fatty liverWhy exercise recommendations need to be far more specific than "move more"How resistance training supports healthy aging without creating bulky musclesThe impact of chronic stress, cortisol, and fight-or-flight on digestion, fat storage, and healingWhy emotional regulation is a critical missing piece in lasting body transformationEnvironmental factors—including microplastics, PFAS, and pesticides—that may be influencing your healthPractical ways to measure progress beyond the number on the scaleHow new science is reshaping our understanding of metabolic health and longevityKey TakeawaysYour body isn't simply responding to calories in versus calories out. It's responding to your microbiome, nervous system, hormones, muscle mass, inflammation, environmental exposures, and emotional state.True body transformation isn't about becoming smaller—it's about becoming healthier, stronger, more metabolically flexible, and creating an internal environment where healing can actually occur.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe New Body Blueprint Cruise (February 2027)The upcoming New Body Blueprint online home study programGut microbiome restorationSmall Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)Insulin resistanceFatty liverResistance training and muscle preservationNervous system regulationRadical Remission researchEnvironmental toxins and metabolic healthConnect with JJWebsite: https://jjflizanes.comLearn more about the New Body Blueprint and upcoming opportunities at: https://TheNewBodyBlueprint.comGet in on the 3 week class! https://jjflizanes.com/3steps
How do we love people who are difficult to love?This is one of the hardest spiritual practices.Across many wisdom traditions, we are taught that we are not separate from one another. Beneath our personalities, opinions, wounds, beliefs, and stories, there is a shared essence moving through all of us.But that can be very hard to remember when someone is being hurtful, angry, unfair, frustrating, selfish, or difficult.In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, we explore what it means to love when it feels hard — not in a way that asks you to abandon yourself, excuse harmful behavior, or stay in situations that are not safe, but in a way that helps you protect your own heart from closing completely.This episode looks at the difference between love and self-abandonment, compassion and enabling, boundaries and resentment.Through the lens of yoga philosophy, we explore ahimsa, or non-harming, and why loving others must also include not harming yourself. We also talk about triggers, ego responses, resentment, anger, and the spiritual freedom that becomes possible when we learn to pause before reacting.When someone activates something painful in us, it can feel automatic to respond from anger, defensiveness, judgment, or resentment. But the real practice is learning to pause, breathe, return to center, and choose a response that does not rob us of our peace.This episode also explores the idea that difficult people can show us where we are not yet free. Our triggers can reveal the wounds that still need our attention. And while that does not make someone else's behavior acceptable, it can help us see our own inner work more clearly.You'll also hear about the practice of not taking things personally, the wisdom of seeing someone's behavior as a reflection of their own internal experience, and the yoga practice of pratipaksha bhavana — cultivating the opposite perspective.This does not mean pretending harm did not happen.It means learning to see the whole person without denying the harm.It means choosing where you place your attention.It means keeping your heart open without removing your boundaries.And it means remembering that love is not weakness. Sometimes love is the most courageous spiritual practice there is.In This Episode, We ExploreWhy loving difficult people is one of the hardest spiritual practicesHow many wisdom traditions point toward our shared essenceWhy people's wounds, stories, and beliefs can hide the truth of who they areWhy closing your heart may protect you from pain, but can also block love and healingWhat yoga philosophy teaches through ahimsa, or non-harmingWhy love does not mean abandoning yourself or ignoring harmful behaviorHow anger and resentment can keep us trapped in sufferingWhy the pause between stimulus and response is where freedom beginsHow triggers can reveal the wounds that still need healingWhy other people's behavior is often about their own internal experienceWhat it means to not take things personallyHow to see the good in someone without denying the harm they have causedHow pratipaksha bhavana helps us shift our perspectiveWhy choosing love is not the same as excusing bad behaviorHow to respond from your higher self instead of your wounded egoYoga Philosophy Concepts in This EpisodeAhimsaAhimsa means non-harming. In this episode, we explore how non-harming applies not only to others, but also to ourselves.Loving someone does not mean allowing them to harm you. Boundaries can be an expression of love and non-harming.SvadhyayaSvadhyaya is a sanskrit term for self study. In yoga philosophy, it means the practice of honestly observing yourself — your thoughts, patterns, beliefs, reactions, habits, wounds, desires, and inner truth — so you can begin to see yourself more clearly.It is not self-analysis in a harsh or judgmental way. It is compassionate awareness.Pratipaksha BhavanaPratipaksha bhavana is the practice of cultivating the opposite perspective.When the mind becomes caught in anger, judgment, or aversion, this practice invites us to consciously turn toward a different way of seeing. It does not require us to deny harm, but it helps us remember that people are complex and rarely only one thing.Reflection Questions From This EpisodeWho in my life feels difficult to love right now?What happens inside my body when I think about this person?What wound might be getting touched in me?Am I responding from my center, or from protection?What boundary would help me practice love without abandoning myself?What am I taking personally that may actually be about the other person's inner world?Can I see any good in this person without denying the harm?What response would allow me to keep my peace?Where am I being invited into more freedom?Practice From This EpisodeThe next time someone triggers anger, resentment, or defensiveness in you, pause before responding.Take a few slow breaths.Feel your feet on the ground.Place a hand over your heart if that feels supportive.Then ask yourself:What is happening inside me right now?What wound might be getting touched?What response would protect my peace?What response would come from love without abandoning myself?You do not have to respond immediately.Sometimes the most powerful spiritual practice is creating enough space to choose.
Energy healing is often dismissed as “woo woo” by people who have never experienced it.But what if some of what we call woo woo is simply what science has not yet learned how to measure?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, I speak with Romain Daumont, founder of Luminara Care, about energy healing, chronic pain, grief, silence, trust, and the emerging science around biofield therapies.Romain's journey into this work began after the heartbreaking loss of his son, Rafael, shortly after birth. During that period of grief, he discovered something unexpected: silence did not have to feel empty or frightening. In the presence of others, silence could feel loving, supportive, and deeply connecting.That experience eventually led him to create Helo, an app designed to help people share moments of silence together, even when physically apart. But Romain's path later took another turn when he began exploring collective meditation, remote healing, and the world of energy medicine.In this conversation, we discuss how energy healing may support people with chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, depression, and cancer-related pain, while also being honest that it does not work for everyone, and that the quality and integrity of the practitioner matters enormously.We also talk about why trust is so important in an unregulated field, how Luminara vets practitioners, what a first session may look like, and why Romain is now involved in research looking at energy healing, chronic pain, trauma, and other health challenges.This is a thought-provoking conversation about pain, the nervous system, emotional healing, the biofield, science, scepticism, and the possibility that healing may involve more than the physical body alone.In this episode, we discuss:Why Romain's experience of grief changed his relationship with silenceHow shared silence can create connection without wordsThe story behind Helo and Luminara CareWhy Romain became interested in collective meditation and remote healingHow energy healing may help some people with chronic painWhy practitioner quality, ethics, and trust matter so muchWhat mainstream pain care may miss about persistent painWhy pain is not simply something to suppressThe relationship between pain, the nervous system, emotions, and the bodyWhat a first energy healing session through Luminara may look likeHow Luminara matches clients with vetted practitionersThe importance of consent, openness, and safety in healing workEmerging research into biofield therapies and energy healingWhy the future of healthcare may need to become more integrativeConnect with Romain:Website: https://www.luminara.care/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luminara.care/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luminara-care/Connect with Leigh:Beyond The Pain paperback: https://amzn.to/4y2HVWgBeyond The Pain ebook: https://amzn.to/4y0lH78Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme: https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
Three Cipro Pills Changed Her Life: April's Fluoroquinolone Toxicity Recovery StorySchedule Zoom call click hereApril was healthy, active, and worked out every day. Then she took only three Cipro pills for a suspected urinary tract infection.Soon after, her health began to fall apart.In this powerful podcast episode, April shares her personal experience with Cipro side effects, fluoroquinolone toxicity, and her long road toward fluoroquinolone toxicity recovery.She developed many serious symptoms, including:Fast heart rate and heart palpitationsHigh blood pressureSevere anxietyTrouble sleepingHair lossCold hands and feetNeuropathy in her hands and feetAchilles tendon painRinging in her earsInternal tremorsDigestive problemsFood sensitivitiesRapid weight lossApril explains how doctors could not find the cause of her symptoms. Some believed she only had anxiety or depression. However, April knew something was wrong with her body.Her husband later researched Cipro and found stories from other people who had been harmed by fluoroquinolone antibiotics.What You Will Learn in This EpisodeApril and Dr. Hugh Wegwerth discuss:How three Cipro pills affected her healthHow to heal from being floxedWhy fluoroquinolone toxicity can be hard to understandHow antibiotic injuries may affect the nervous systemWhy Cipro toxicity treatment must be personalWhy recovery is not based on one supplementHow diet changes supported her healingWhy testing must lead to a clear treatment planHow functional neurology exercises helped herWhy physical medicine was an important part of her recoveryHow she slowly used a sauna blanket and Chi machineHow removing silica from supplements may have helped reduce her tremorsWhy each person needs a personal recovery planHow faith, family, and community gave her hopeHer Progress TodayApril's tremors are now much smaller and happen less often. Her sleep has improved. Her hair loss has slowed down. She gained her weight back and feels stronger, happier, and more hopeful.Her story shows that fluoroquinolone antibiotic damage reversal may require many small steps. There may not be one pill or one simple answer.April worked on several areas of her health, including:Nervous system supportDiet changesMovement and exercisePhysical medicineTargeted supplementsBlood sugar supportFaith and emotional strengthThis is not a story about one miracle supplement. It is a story about listening to the body, finding the right support, and refusing to give up.Functional Medicine Support for Antibiotic InjuryMany people search for functional medicine for floxed patients because their symptoms are complex. Each person may have different problems that need to be addressed.Some people may also search for a Levaquin toxicity specialist because Levaquin and Cipro are both part of the fluoroquinolone antibiotic family.April's message is simple:You are not alone. Listen to your body. Keep searching for answers. Take recovery one step at a time.This podcast is for anyone searching for information about:Fluoroquinolone toxicity recoveryHow to heal from being floxedCipro toxicity treatmentFluoroquinolone antibiotic damage reversalFunctional medicine for floxed patientsLevaquin toxicity specialistCipro nerve damageAntibiotic injury recoveryCipro side effectsFluoroquinolone black box warningsThis podcast shares one person's personal experience. It is for education only and is not medical advice. Every person is different, and results may vary.
Send us Fan MailWhat if healing is not just about changing your diet, but also changing the thoughts, beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck?In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET, I am joined by Wendy Valentine, author, speaker and host of The Midlife Makeover Show, to discuss reinvention, self-worth and creating a life that truly supports your health.After experiencing divorce, health challenges and major life changes, Wendy shares how she rebuilt her life by reconnecting with herself, shifting old beliefs and taking small steps towards the future she wanted to create.We explore the connection between our thoughts, emotions, energy and physical wellbeing — and why healing often starts with becoming aware of what we are holding onto.In this episode we discuss:Wendy's journey of transformation and reinventionHow beliefs and old stories can keep us stuckThe role of mindset, emotions and energy in healingWhy self-awareness is the first step towards changeHow to connect with your future selfWhy it is never too late to create a new chapterA powerful conversation about letting go of what no longer serves you and stepping into the life you truly want to live.Connect with Wendy Valentine:To continue your journey of reinvention, Wendy has created a range of free resources including her Happiness Hacks, Trigger to Treasure Technique, Emotional Master Manual and Superhero Quiz.You can access these here:https://wendyvalentine.com/freebiesYou can also find Wendy's book, Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play, where she shares her roadmap for creating more passion, purpose and joy in your next chapter.Find out more here:https://womenwakingup.com
Some of the hardest mental health struggles are the ones people never see. In this deeply honest conversation, we talk about what depression actually feels like behind closed doors, why asking for help can feel impossible, and how healing often starts with small, imperfect steps.In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Francesca sits down with Russ Jones, host of the ADHD Big Brother podcast, for a raw conversation about depression, self-harm, ADHD, emotional overwhelm, and the long journey of finding coping tools that actually work.Together, they explore what it feels like to experience depressive episodes while still appearing “fine” around other people, the loneliness that can show up when you're struggling internally, and why so many people hide their mental health struggles out of fear of making others uncomfortable.Francesca vulnerably shares her lived experience with self-harm and how it became a coping mechanism during overwhelming emotional pain. This episode approaches self-harm with compassion and honesty, helping listeners better understand the emotional experience behind it while emphasizing hope, support, and healthier coping strategies.Russ opens up about navigating depression, addiction recovery, ADHD, and learning how community and humor became essential parts of his healing journey.You'll also hear conversations around:Depression and emotional isolationWhy self-harm happens and how recovery beginsHealthy coping tools during overwhelming emotionsAsking for help without shameADHD, executive dysfunction, and mental healthBuilding a support system that understands youTherapy, medication, community, and trial-and-error healingWhy healing isn't linear and that's okayWhether you're navigating depression, supporting someone who is struggling, healing from self-harm, or learning how to better understand your mental health, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone—and that healing rarely happens perfectly.If this conversation resonates with you, follow Normalize The Conversation, share this episode with someone who may need it, and help us continue breaking the stigma around mental health.If you are ready to be done white knuckling their ADHD alone, Russ believes we manage it as a team sport getting support/body doubling/posting accountability): https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb
The Family Reunion That Proved My Healing Was Working with TraciEpisode SummaryHow do you know if your healing is actually working?It's not when you understand your wounds intellectually. It's not when you've read all the books, listened to all the podcasts, or can explain your patterns.Real healing is when you're different in the same situation.In this inspiring client spotlight episode, JJ sits down with Traci, a school social worker and longtime member of multiple JJ Flizanes programs, to discuss the profound shifts she's experienced through Rewiring Your Core Wound Patterns, Date Your Body, Heal the Mother Wound, and the 8-Week Body Reset.Traci shares how years of people-pleasing, self-abandonment, perfectionism, and nervous system dysregulation kept her stuck in cycles of reactivity and exhaustion. Through deep emotional healing work, she began identifying the root causes beneath her patterns and learning how to meet her own needs instead of waiting for others to change.The true test of her transformation came during a recent family reunion—a setting that had historically triggered old wounds, competition for attention, and emotional reactivity. This time, she discovered something powerful: she was different.Instead of reacting, she paused.Instead of seeking validation, she felt secure.Instead of viewing love as scarce, she realized love is multiplied, not divided.This conversation offers a real-life example of what emotional healing looks like in practice and how reclaiming self-trust, self-care, and inner safety can transform every area of life.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Traci moved from chronic fight, flight, freeze, and fawn into greater peace and regulationThe difference between understanding your wounds and actually healing themWhy self-abandonment often hides beneath abandonment woundsHow learning to pause changed her relationships and decision-makingThe role of nervous system regulation in emotional healingWhy more information isn't always the answerHow perfectionism can keep you stuck and disconnected from yourselfWhat it means to become "different in the same situation"The surprising lesson Traci learned at a family reunionHow healing helped her stop taking responsibility for other people's emotionsThe connection between emotional healing, self-care, and physical healthWhy community and accountability accelerate transformationKey TakeawayHealing isn't about getting other people to change.It's about changing your relationship to yourself.When you learn to trust your inner guidance, meet your own needs, and stop abandoning yourself, the situations that once triggered you begin to lose their power. The people around you may not change—but your experience of them does.As Traci beautifully shares, healing helped her realize that love is not a limited resource, that she is worthy exactly as she is, and that peace becomes available when she stops chasing approval and starts turning inward.Resources MentionedFeelings & Needs ListRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsDate Your BodyHeal the Mother Wound8-Week Body Reset3 Steps to Emotional Freedom Workshop http://jjflizanes.com/3stepsApply for Coaching: jjflizanes.com/applyConnect with JJWebsite: jjflizanes.comIf this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who is tired of coping and ready to create real, lasting change. Healing happens when you become different in the same situation—and that transformation is possible for you too.
The Family Reunion That Proved My Healing Was Working with TraciEpisode SummaryHow do you know if your healing is actually working?It's not when you understand your wounds intellectually. It's not when you've read all the books, listened to all the podcasts, or can explain your patterns.Real healing is when you're different in the same situation.In this inspiring client spotlight episode, JJ sits down with Traci, a school social worker and longtime member of multiple JJ Flizanes programs, to discuss the profound shifts she's experienced through Rewiring Your Core Wound Patterns, Date Your Body, Heal the Mother Wound, and the 8-Week Body Reset.Traci shares how years of people-pleasing, self-abandonment, perfectionism, and nervous system dysregulation kept her stuck in cycles of reactivity and exhaustion. Through deep emotional healing work, she began identifying the root causes beneath her patterns and learning how to meet her own needs instead of waiting for others to change.The true test of her transformation came during a recent family reunion—a setting that had historically triggered old wounds, competition for attention, and emotional reactivity. This time, she discovered something powerful: she was different.Instead of reacting, she paused.Instead of seeking validation, she felt secure.Instead of viewing love as scarce, she realized love is multiplied, not divided.This conversation offers a real-life example of what emotional healing looks like in practice and how reclaiming self-trust, self-care, and inner safety can transform every area of life.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Traci moved from chronic fight, flight, freeze, and fawn into greater peace and regulationThe difference between understanding your wounds and actually healing themWhy self-abandonment often hides beneath abandonment woundsHow learning to pause changed her relationships and decision-makingThe role of nervous system regulation in emotional healingWhy more information isn't always the answerHow perfectionism can keep you stuck and disconnected from yourselfWhat it means to become "different in the same situation"The surprising lesson Traci learned at a family reunionHow healing helped her stop taking responsibility for other people's emotionsThe connection between emotional healing, self-care, and physical healthWhy community and accountability accelerate transformationKey TakeawayHealing isn't about getting other people to change.It's about changing your relationship to yourself.When you learn to trust your inner guidance, meet your own needs, and stop abandoning yourself, the situations that once triggered you begin to lose their power. The people around you may not change—but your experience of them does.As Traci beautifully shares, healing helped her realize that love is not a limited resource, that she is worthy exactly as she is, and that peace becomes available when she stops chasing approval and starts turning inward.Resources MentionedFeelings & Needs ListRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsDate Your BodyHeal the Mother Wound8-Week Body Reset3 Steps to Emotional Freedom Workshop https://jjflizanes.com/3stepsApply for Coaching: jjflizanes.com/applyConnect with JJWebsite: jjflizanes.comIf this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who is tired of coping and ready to create real, lasting change. Healing happens when you become different in the same situation—and that transformation is possible for you too.
The Family Reunion That Proved My Healing Was Working with TraciEpisode SummaryHow do you know if your healing is actually working?It's not when you understand your wounds intellectually. It's not when you've read all the books, listened to all the podcasts, or can explain your patterns.Real healing is when you're different in the same situation.In this inspiring client spotlight episode, JJ sits down with Traci, a school social worker and longtime member of multiple JJ Flizanes programs, to discuss the profound shifts she's experienced through Rewiring Your Core Wound Patterns, Date Your Body, Heal the Mother Wound, and the 8-Week Body Reset.Traci shares how years of people-pleasing, self-abandonment, perfectionism, and nervous system dysregulation kept her stuck in cycles of reactivity and exhaustion. Through deep emotional healing work, she began identifying the root causes beneath her patterns and learning how to meet her own needs instead of waiting for others to change.The true test of her transformation came during a recent family reunion—a setting that had historically triggered old wounds, competition for attention, and emotional reactivity. This time, she discovered something powerful: she was different.Instead of reacting, she paused.Instead of seeking validation, she felt secure.Instead of viewing love as scarce, she realized love is multiplied, not divided.This conversation offers a real-life example of what emotional healing looks like in practice and how reclaiming self-trust, self-care, and inner safety can transform every area of life.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Traci moved from chronic fight, flight, freeze, and fawn into greater peace and regulationThe difference between understanding your wounds and actually healing themWhy self-abandonment often hides beneath abandonment woundsHow learning to pause changed her relationships and decision-makingThe role of nervous system regulation in emotional healingWhy more information isn't always the answerHow perfectionism can keep you stuck and disconnected from yourselfWhat it means to become "different in the same situation"The surprising lesson Traci learned at a family reunionHow healing helped her stop taking responsibility for other people's emotionsThe connection between emotional healing, self-care, and physical healthWhy community and accountability accelerate transformationKey TakeawayHealing isn't about getting other people to change.It's about changing your relationship to yourself.When you learn to trust your inner guidance, meet your own needs, and stop abandoning yourself, the situations that once triggered you begin to lose their power. The people around you may not change—but your experience of them does.As Traci beautifully shares, healing helped her realize that love is not a limited resource, that she is worthy exactly as she is, and that peace becomes available when she stops chasing approval and starts turning inward.Resources MentionedFeelings & Needs ListRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsDate Your BodyHeal the Mother Wound8-Week Body Reset3 Steps to Emotional Freedom Workshop https://jjflizanes.com/3stepsApply for Coaching: jjflizanes.com/applyConnect with JJWebsite: jjflizanes.comIf this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who is tired of coping and ready to create real, lasting change. Healing happens when you become different in the same situation—and that transformation is possible for you too.
The Family Reunion That Proved My Healing Was Working with TraciEpisode SummaryHow do you know if your healing is actually working?It's not when you understand your wounds intellectually. It's not when you've read all the books, listened to all the podcasts, or can explain your patterns.Real healing is when you're different in the same situation.In this inspiring client spotlight episode, JJ sits down with Traci, a school social worker and longtime member of multiple JJ Flizanes programs, to discuss the profound shifts she's experienced through Rewiring Your Core Wound Patterns, Date Your Body, Heal the Mother Wound, and the 8-Week Body Reset.Traci shares how years of people-pleasing, self-abandonment, perfectionism, and nervous system dysregulation kept her stuck in cycles of reactivity and exhaustion. Through deep emotional healing work, she began identifying the root causes beneath her patterns and learning how to meet her own needs instead of waiting for others to change.The true test of her transformation came during a recent family reunion—a setting that had historically triggered old wounds, competition for attention, and emotional reactivity. This time, she discovered something powerful: she was different.Instead of reacting, she paused.Instead of seeking validation, she felt secure.Instead of viewing love as scarce, she realized love is multiplied, not divided.This conversation offers a real-life example of what emotional healing looks like in practice and how reclaiming self-trust, self-care, and inner safety can transform every area of life.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Traci moved from chronic fight, flight, freeze, and fawn into greater peace and regulationThe difference between understanding your wounds and actually healing themWhy self-abandonment often hides beneath abandonment woundsHow learning to pause changed her relationships and decision-makingThe role of nervous system regulation in emotional healingWhy more information isn't always the answerHow perfectionism can keep you stuck and disconnected from yourselfWhat it means to become "different in the same situation"The surprising lesson Traci learned at a family reunionHow healing helped her stop taking responsibility for other people's emotionsThe connection between emotional healing, self-care, and physical healthWhy community and accountability accelerate transformationKey TakeawayHealing isn't about getting other people to change.It's about changing your relationship to yourself.When you learn to trust your inner guidance, meet your own needs, and stop abandoning yourself, the situations that once triggered you begin to lose their power. The people around you may not change—but your experience of them does.As Traci beautifully shares, healing helped her realize that love is not a limited resource, that she is worthy exactly as she is, and that peace becomes available when she stops chasing approval and starts turning inward.Resources MentionedFeelings & Needs ListRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsDate Your BodyHeal the Mother Wound8-Week Body Reset3 Steps to Emotional Freedom Workshop https://jjflizanes.com/3stepsApply for Coaching: jjflizanes.com/applyConnect with JJWebsite: jjflizanes.comIf this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who is tired of coping and ready to create real, lasting change. Healing happens when you become different in the same situation—and that transformation is possible for you too.
The Family Reunion That Proved My Healing Was Working with TraciEpisode SummaryHow do you know if your healing is actually working?It's not when you understand your wounds intellectually. It's not when you've read all the books, listened to all the podcasts, or can explain your patterns.Real healing is when you're different in the same situation.In this inspiring client spotlight episode, JJ sits down with Traci, a school social worker and longtime member of multiple JJ Flizanes programs, to discuss the profound shifts she's experienced through Rewiring Your Core Wound Patterns, Date Your Body, Heal the Mother Wound, and the 8-Week Body Reset.Traci shares how years of people-pleasing, self-abandonment, perfectionism, and nervous system dysregulation kept her stuck in cycles of reactivity and exhaustion. Through deep emotional healing work, she began identifying the root causes beneath her patterns and learning how to meet her own needs instead of waiting for others to change.The true test of her transformation came during a recent family reunion—a setting that had historically triggered old wounds, competition for attention, and emotional reactivity. This time, she discovered something powerful: she was different.Instead of reacting, she paused.Instead of seeking validation, she felt secure.Instead of viewing love as scarce, she realized love is multiplied, not divided.This conversation offers a real-life example of what emotional healing looks like in practice and how reclaiming self-trust, self-care, and inner safety can transform every area of life.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow Traci moved from chronic fight, flight, freeze, and fawn into greater peace and regulationThe difference between understanding your wounds and actually healing themWhy self-abandonment often hides beneath abandonment woundsHow learning to pause changed her relationships and decision-makingThe role of nervous system regulation in emotional healingWhy more information isn't always the answerHow perfectionism can keep you stuck and disconnected from yourselfWhat it means to become "different in the same situation"The surprising lesson Traci learned at a family reunionHow healing helped her stop taking responsibility for other people's emotionsThe connection between emotional healing, self-care, and physical healthWhy community and accountability accelerate transformationKey TakeawayHealing isn't about getting other people to change.It's about changing your relationship to yourself.When you learn to trust your inner guidance, meet your own needs, and stop abandoning yourself, the situations that once triggered you begin to lose their power. The people around you may not change—but your experience of them does.As Traci beautifully shares, healing helped her realize that love is not a limited resource, that she is worthy exactly as she is, and that peace becomes available when she stops chasing approval and starts turning inward.Resources MentionedFeelings & Needs ListRewiring Your Core Wound PatternsDate Your BodyHeal the Mother Wound8-Week Body Reset3 Steps to Emotional Freedom Workshop https://jjflizanes.com/3steps Apply for Coaching: jjflizanes.com/applyConnect with JJWebsite: jjflizanes.comIf this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who is tired of coping and ready to create real, lasting change. Healing happens when you become different in the same situation—and that transformation is possible for you too.
In this episode of Fly to Freedom, I'm joined by Beverley Atkins, a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner and founder of Pauseture, a somatic movement platform helping people reconnect with their bodies through gentle, guided movement.This conversation feels especially important for anyone navigating anorexia recovery, eating disorder recovery, compulsive exercise, body mistrust, or nervous system dysregulation.Many people in eating disorder recovery spend years trying to think their way to healing.Trying to understand more.Trying to control more.Trying to get recovery “right”.And yet the body can still feel unsafe, uncomfortable, noisy, or impossible to trust.What if healing does not always begin with thinking harder?What if healing can begin by learning to notice the body differently?Beverley shares her own deeply personal story of growing up in a larger body, beginning dieting as a child, and spending decades trapped in yo-yo dieting and all-or-nothing patterns around food.In her 30s, that shifted into extreme exercise.She completed three marathons in 18 months, countless triathlons, and eventually Ironman Hawaii in 2009.Looking back, Beverley now understands how undiagnosed ADHD shaped much of her experience.The food noise.The hyperfocus.The perfectionism.The all-or-nothing patterns.The nervous system dysregulation.Everything made more sense through that lens.In 2014, while working at Facebook in a high-pressure environment, her body forced a stop when her back gave out completely.That crisis led her to Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement — a gentle, audio-guided somatic practice she initially tried for pain relief.What she found was something much deeper.This work gradually transformed her relationship with:Her bodyFoodExerciseEmotional regulationSafetySelf-awarenessIn this conversation, we explore:How eating disorders disconnect us from the bodyWhy compulsive exercise often becomes a coping strategyThe link between ADHD and disordered eating patternsWhy meditation can feel unbearable for dysregulated nervous systemsHow somatic movement offers a gentler doorway into healingWhy curiosity is one of recovery's most powerful toolsThe difference between body judgement and body awarenessHow the brain rewires through novelty, attention, and safe explorationOne of the most powerful parts of this conversation is Beverley's perspective on body image.She explains that healing did not begin with loving her body.It began with something much simpler.Paying attention without judgement.Not fixing.Not forcing.Not criticising.Just noticing.And sometimes that neutral attention is where healing begins.This episode is especially for you if:You feel disconnected from your bodyRest feels uncomfortable or frighteningStillness makes you anxiousYou struggle with compulsive movement or exercise addictionRecovery feels stuck in overthinkingYou long to feel safer in your bodyRecovery does not always require more force.Sometimes it asks for less.Less fighting.Less judgement.Less performance.And more curiosity.Instagram: @pausetureFacebook: Pauseture on FacebookWebsite: PausetureIf this episode helped you, please share it with someone who may need it.For deeper support in recovery, come and explore The Eating Disorder Recovery Circle, my recovery membership offering expert guidance, practical tools, courses, workshops, and compassionate community support.You can also find me at Julia Trehane CoachingThank you for listening.With love,Julia xConnect with Beverley Atkins
Chronic pain is often treated as though it is purely a physical problem — an injury, a joint issue, a disc problem, inflammation, or degeneration.But for many people living with persistent pain, the real picture is far more complex.In this episode of Beyond The Pain, I speak with pain management expert Hany Demian about why chronic pain often needs to be understood through a much wider lens — one that includes the body, mind, emotions, stress, lifestyle, inflammation, nervous system sensitivity, and the person's overall health.Hany shares his own journey into medicine, the limitations he began to see in conventional pain management, and why he became increasingly interested in cellular health, regenerative medicine, and more holistic approaches to healing.We discuss why pain is not always just about the place where it hurts, why mindset and emotional stress can influence recovery, and why nutrition, movement, sleep, inflammation, oxidative stress, and lifestyle choices may all play a role in whether someone gets better or remains stuck.This is not about saying pain is “all in your head.” It is about recognising that persistent pain is often a whole-person problem — and therefore recovery may need a whole-person approach.In this episode, we discuss:Why chronic pain is often more than just an injury or structural problemThe limitations of conventional pain management when root causes are missedHow inflammation, oxidative stress, and lifestyle stress can contribute to persistent painWhy mindset and emotional health can influence chronic pain recoveryThe role of nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management in healingWhy some people struggle to recover even after injections, procedures, or medicationHow taking a more proactive role in your health can support long-term pain reliefIf you are living with chronic pain, persistent pain, back pain, joint pain, or ongoing symptoms that have not fully responded to conventional treatment, this episode will help you think differently about what may be driving your pain — and what you may be able to do about it.Connect with Dr Hany:Website - https://drdemian.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/drhanydemian/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@drhanydemainConnect with Leigh:Beyond The Pain book - https://amzn.to/44ArJxTBeyond The Pain 14-Day Programme - https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation
How do you find joy after experiencing profound loss? In this heartfelt episode of Coffee & Crystals, Kadie sits down with Haley Tricia, founder of Beaming Fucking Joy, to explore the healing power of humor, yoga, mindfulness, and choosing joy—even during life's most difficult seasons.Together, they dive into the realities of grief, personal transformation, emotional resilience, and what it truly means to embrace your authentic self. From losing a parent to navigating the "dark night of the soul," Haley shares how she rebuilt her life through community, creativity, movement, and intentional living.Whether you're navigating loss, looking to deepen your yoga practice, or simply searching for more peace and purpose, this conversation offers practical wisdom and a refreshing reminder that healing isn't about perfection—it's about showing up for yourself with compassion.How grief can become a catalyst for personal growth and healingWhy humor is a powerful tool for resilience and emotional wellnessThe deeper meaning of yoga beyond physical movementHow mindfulness and community support emotional healthChinese medicine's perspective on summer, joy, and heart energyThe connection between astrology, seasonal living, and self-awarenessSimple rituals that support mental clarity and emotional well-beingHow creativity and authenticity can transform your relationship with yourselfWhy aging is a privilege and how to embrace every season of lifePractical ways to cultivate more joy, presence, and confidence every day00:00 – Introduction and how Kadie and Haley met01:26 – Meet Haley's emotional support dog, Louis02:24 – The story behind Beaming Fucking Joy03:08 – Chinese medicine, seasonality, and cultivating joy04:07 – Haley's journey into yoga05:00 – Lessons yoga teaches beyond the mat06:12 – Childhood memories and reconnecting with play08:10 – Authenticity, vulnerability, and choosing laughter09:22 – Processing grief and honoring loved ones10:20 – Healing family wounds and personal identity11:30 – Self-love and redefining aging12:00 – Comedy, creativity, and healing through humor13:49 – Managing energy through yoga and seasonal awareness14:50 – Building a sustainable yoga practice16:00 – Living with purpose and trusting yourself17:30 – Finding joy through nostalgia and creativity18:45 – The dark night of the soul and emotional healing20:11 – How emotions can manifest physically in the body21:30 – Daily rituals that support mental wellness22:40 – The importance of community, authenticity, and connection23:50 – Aging with gratitude and wisdom25:45 – Intentional living through self-care and daily habits27:25 – Mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and yoga philosophy28:40 – Haley's upcoming projects and creative work30:00 – Vulnerability, healthy relationships, and manifestation31:40 – Final reflections on purpose, healing, and living with joyHaley Trisha is the creator of Beaming Fucking Joy, a movement dedicated to helping people embrace healing, resilience, humor, and authentic living. Through storytelling, comedy, yoga, and honest conversations, she encourages others to find light even in life's darkest moments. Follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/haleybtricia/Please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could use a little more joy today. Your support helps us continue bringing meaningful conversations on wellness, mindfulness, yoga, healing, and personal growth to listeners around the world.
When was the last time you created something just for you?If you're a busy mom, chances are it's been a while.In this inspiring conversation, Lori sits down with multimedia abstract artist Heather Eck to explore how creativity can become a powerful tool for reducing stress, reconnecting with yourself, and finding moments of peace in everyday life.Heather shares her incredible journey from a 20-year corporate HR career to becoming a full-time intuitive artist who experiences the world through color because of a rare condition called synesthesia. She explains how creativity helped her overcome burnout, why even five minutes of quiet or artistic expression can transform your day, and how busy moms can begin reconnecting with themselves through simple creative practices.In this episode, you'll learn:Why creativity is so important for your mental and emotional well-beingHow Heather's experience with synesthesia shapes the way she sees people and emotionsThe surprising connection between art, intuition, and healingWhy busy moms need stillness more than everSimple ways to add creativity into your life—even if you don't consider yourself artisticHow just a few intentional minutes each day can help you feel calmer, more energized, and more connected to yourselfIf you've been feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like you've lost touch with the person you used to be, this episode is a gentle reminder that coming back to yourself doesn't have to be complicated—it can start with just one quiet, creative moment.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another busy mom who could use a little more creativity and calm in her life.Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram
What if some of the most common beliefs about psychedelics are actually making the journey harder?In this special live episode, recorded at Anatha Fest, I unpack six common myths about psychedelic medicine work—from the idea that psychedelics will "fix" us, to the belief that bigger doses always lead to deeper healing. Drawing on my own experiences with ayahuasca, iboga, 5-MeO-DMT, coaching, and psychedelic integration, this talk explores a more grounded, nuanced approach to personal growth and transformation.Topics CoveredWhy psychedelics won't fix you (and why that's actually good news)The difference between insight and integrationWhat it means to be an active participant in your healingWhy the medicine won't tell you what to doThe myth that bigger doses are always betterMicrodosing, nervous system readiness, and the power of going slowNatural vs. synthetic psychedelics: a nuanced conversationSpiritual ego, psychedelic identity, and bypassingWhy healing isn't a shortcutThe role of preparation and integration in lasting transformationThe importance of psychological safety in psychedelic workAbout Anatha Fest
Many spiritual practitioners, empaths, coaches, and highly sensitive people are reporting the same experience right now: old wounds, childhood trauma, emotional overwhelm, and long-buried patterns are suddenly rising to the surface. In this episode, Kelle Sparta explores why these collective energetic shifts may be triggering unresolved material, how trauma stored before language can emerge, and why self-care, boundaries, and conscious attention are essential during periods of transformation.Kelle shares her own recent experiences with emotional processing, exhaustion, and spiritual growth while offering practical guidance for navigating challenging collective energies without getting lost in fear, duality, or overwhelm. This episode is especially valuable for empaths, spiritual practitioners, transformational leaders, and anyone feeling emotionally stretched by the current state of the world.What You'll LearnWhy old childhood trauma can suddenly resurface during spiritual growthHow pre-verbal trauma is stored and processed differentlyThe connection between collective energies and personal healingWhy empaths are especially affected during intense energetic periodsHow attention influences your energetic experienceThe importance of boundaries during times of overwhelmWhy stepping away from screens may support transformationQuestions to ask yourself during major life transitionsReferences MentionedEmpathsShadow workTrauma processingSpiritual growthCollective consciousnessPersonal sovereigntyEnergetic boundariesDuality consciousnessHigher selfSpirit guidesResources MentionedBoundaries for Empaths Free E-Course:https://courses.kellesparta.com/products/courses/view/1144322Kelle Sparta Website:https://kellesparta.comFor information about the "Adventures In Energetics" retreat:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wSaEmU1O6XvdHTaFtMWrc-j6lIx4argZYG7HN0sailE/edit?tab=t.0Shadow Work Readiness Quiz:https://learn.kellesparta.com/shadowworkquizSpirit Sherpa Podcast:https://kellesparta.com
What if happiness wasn't something you chased… but something you could actually engineer?In this powerful and deeply moving episode, I sit down with Thayne Martin—executive, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, podcast host, and founder of It's Pure Love—to explore his groundbreaking framework: The Equation of Life and Abundant Happiness (ELAH™).Thayne's story is one of profound transformation.After enduring severe childhood abuse, he struggled with depression, PTSD, dissociative identity disorder, and ADHD. His pain became so overwhelming that he attempted suicide multiple times. But everything changed after a near-death experience—when a reaction to medication caused him to drown in his own swimming pool.What happened next shifted everything.When Thayne regained consciousness, he describes experiencing a level of clarity, gratitude, and unconditional love unlike anything he had ever known. That moment became the catalyst for a new way of understanding the mind, emotions, and human behavior—and ultimately led to the creation of ELAH™ and eX eM NeuroConditioning™.In this episode, we explore how these tools can help you break free from limiting patterns and intentionally create a life filled with connection, purpose, and joy.In this episode, we discuss:Thayne's powerful journey from trauma and despair to healing and purposeHow a near-death experience transformed his mind, heart, and lifeThe Equation of Life and Abundant Happiness (ELAH™) and how it worksUsing simple “math-like” operations—Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, and Gratitude—to guide your lifeHow your brain is wired to reinforce whatever you repeatedly think and feelThe role of neuroplasticity in reshaping thoughts, emotions, and behaviorsWhat eX eM NeuroConditioning™ is and how it accelerates transformationHow emotional experiences influence brain chemistry and behaviorThe importance of awareness, connection, and gratitude in healingWhy real, lasting change comes from experience—not just informationWhat is ELAH™?The Equation of Life and Abundant Happiness (ELAH™) is a simple yet powerful framework that helps you organize your thoughts, emotions, and relationships using five symbolic operations:Addition – What do you want more of in your life?Subtraction – What do you need to release or let go of?Multiplication – What can you amplify and grow?Division – What can you share with others?Gratitude (=) – The equal sign that brings everything into alignmentThis elegant system makes personal growth practical, memorable, and easy to apply in everyday life.A Powerful ReminderHealing doesn't have to be complicated.Sometimes, the most profound transformations come from the simplest shifts—what you focus on, what you feel, and what you choose to reinforce.Learn More About ThayneTo learn more about Thayne Martin and his work, visit:
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