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What happens when the life that looks successful from the outside no longer feels like yours?For Lisa Pulliam, that realization came while standing on a beach in South Texas.She had built a successful business, led a team of more than 2,000 consultants and customers, spoken on major stages, and checked many of the boxes we're told represent success.But behind the accomplishments, Lisa was burned out.Her health was suffering. Her marriage was strained. One of her children was struggling. And somewhere in the relentless striving, performing, achieving, and showing up for everyone else, Lisa realized she had lost touch with herself.In this deeply personal episode of Casa De Confidence, Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with Lisa for a conversation about burnout, people pleasing, midlife reinvention, motherhood, grief, social media, finding purpose, and what Lisa calls "the journey back to me."Lisa shares why she believes peace is an essential measure of success, how she began separating her worth from her accomplishments, and why sometimes the most courageous thing we can do is become quiet enough to hear ourselves again.They also explore Lisa's 30-day social media experiment, her practice of "Soul Time," morning pages, learning to surrender what we cannot control, and why the second half of life may actually become our most meaningful chapter.In This EpisodeThe moment Lisa realized her successful life wasn't working anymoreWhat burnout can look like when everything appears fine from the outsideWhy achievement and accomplishment don't necessarily create peaceHow people pleasing contributes to burnoutSeparating your identity from what you accomplishWhy Lisa deleted social media from her phone for 30 daysWhat happened when she stopped reaching for her phone every morningLisa's "Soul Time" practice for reconnecting with yourselfThe power of silence, mindfulness, nature, and morning pagesCarrying emotional "bricks" that were never yours to carryMotherhood, grief, surrender, and letting go without losing yourselfWhy feeling your emotions is part of healingRediscovering purpose in the second half of lifeWhy small moments can create enormous meaningWhat Lisa wishes she could tell her 40-year-old selfMemorable Quotes"If in the middle of that there is no peace, then I say there is no success.""You are enough just as you are.""Feeling our feelings is the beginning of healing.""Surrendering is an act of trust.""Until you breathe your last breath on this planet, there is a purpose for you."

Send us Fan MailA “clean” MRI can still leave you limping, doubting yourself, and stuck in the worst kind of uncertainty: pain without answers. James sits down with Abby Bennett for a candid, detailed update on her long road to a hip labral repair and what she wishes she knew from day one.Abby unpacks how her injury started as a weird, persistent fatigue in one leg, then escalated into deep hip pain that spread through her glute, adductors, and hamstring as her body tried to stabilize an unstable joint. We dig into why her first 1.5T MRI missed the problem, how a hip preservation specialist used better imaging and a full workup to identify labral instability plus pincer impingement, and what her surgery included: labral anchors, shaving the impingement to prevent re-tearing, and a psoas tendon lengthening that changes the rehab timeline for athletes who live in hip flexion.We also go beyond anatomy and talk about the mental weight of chronic pain, identity loss when training disappears, and the small wins that bring you back: conservative PT, pool work, short Zwift spins, strict boundaries to avoid flare-ups, and recovery basics like hitting protein goals and using collagen with vitamin C before rehab. If you're a runner, trail runner, cyclist, or skimo athlete dealing with stubborn hip pain, this is a practical guide to advocating for the right care.Subscribe or follow, share this with a training partner who's struggling, and leave a rating and review so we can keep telling more athlete stories like Abby's.Follow Abby on IG - @abby.j.bennettUse code SteepStuff for 20% your cart on Sidas.usFollow James on IG - @jameslaurielloFollow the Steep Stuff Podcast on IG - @steepstuff_podFollow Sidas USA on IG - @sidas_usa

A listenerreached out after sending us several emails, and his story is one that so manycouples in the swingers lifestyle (LS) will relate to. After steppingaway from swinging, he and his wife found their way back—and he shares howadvice from the Swingers Couch Podcast helped them rebuild theirconfidence, reconnect as a couple, and return to the lifestyle stronger thanever.We also diveinto one of the most important conversations every couple should have beforeentering an open marriage, ethical non-monogamy (ENM), or the swingerlifestyle: the "What If Something Happens?" rule. What doyou do if emotions change, boundaries get crossed, or life takes an unexpectedturn? This simple conversation could save your relationship.And to wrapup the episode, our listener shares a story you won't want to miss—one thattakes an unexpected turn and ends with a memorable, very sexy surprise.If you'recurious about how to start swinging, returning to the lifestyle after abreak, setting healthy boundaries, or learning from real couples' experiences,this episode is packed with practical advice and honest conversation.

Missed this morning's Prospector Show on ROCK 107? Catch up with Prospector's Prime Cuts, your daily recap of the funniest moments from NEPA's morning radio show. On today's episode: • The Top 4 New York City Pickup Lines — romance gets the Big Apple treatment with pickup lines that could only work in New York... and probably don't. • Back-to-School Time Already? Summer isn't ending because the weather changed. It's ending because the stores have decided you're done having fun. • Prospector Is One Step Closer to Becoming a Bidet Guy — the bidets have arrived. Now all that's standing between Prospector and a life of luxury is figuring out how to install them... and a few YouTube tutorials. • Prospector's Prank Call — Prospector calls a woman at work with one simple request: step outside and take a picture as he rides by popping a wheelie on his motorcycle. What could possibly go wrong? • Prospector's Yambag of the Day • Plus more weird, funny, and completely unnecessary moments from the show. Stay caught up on Northeast PA radio, prank calls, listener laughs, and the daily nonsense you might have missed on the Prospector Show.

What if the pain you've been carrying isn't who you are, it's simply what happened to you? In this powerful episode of Beauty of Colors, we sit down with Eric Fisher, a Canadian Certified Counsellor with more than 13 years of experience helping individuals heal from trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. Eric takes a holistic approach to recovery, combining evidence-based therapies with deep compassion to help people rediscover hope, purpose, and connection. His work includes Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and personality development through the MBTI. Together, we explore questions so many people quietly wrestle with: Why do painful memories continue to control our lives? Can healing happen without reliving every traumatic moment? How does addiction begin, and what truly helps people recover? Why is self-compassion one of the hardest but most important steps in healing? What does it really mean to start over after trauma? Whether you're navigating your own healing journey, supporting someone you love, or simply want to understand the human mind on a deeper level, this conversation offers hope, practical insight, and a reminder that recovery isn't about becoming someone new, t's about reconnecting with who you were before the pain.

After a brief, unexpected intermission we're back to talk about anything and everything! Katy Perry, RFK's protein advice, the Warped Tour presented by Amazon Prime, The Odyssey, Elon's forthcoming AI version of The Odyssey, Jeff Rosenstock's Chicago residency, that guy from Third Eye Blind, and so much more.  Give us a call: 347-696-6679

For this episode of the Highway To Hope, Julie Dillon is our special guest. As you will hear, Jule shares her inspiring return to the Saint Christopher Trucker's Relief Fund after a personal family journey. In her second tour of duty as SCF's Health & Wellness Manager, Julie talks about her history with SCF and she discusses her passion for driver health and well-being. We look at addressing the challenges that professional drivers can encounter with their health and how the SCF has developed programs that can help. Julie looks back at the success of the “Rigs Without CIGs” program over the past nine years as well as the work being done through SCF's Healthy Habits For The Long Haul. As mentioned in the episode, the next session for Healthy Habits For The Long Haul is set to begin in mid-August. If you would like to learn more about Healthy Habits For The Long Haul, including how to sign up for the next session, please click here. The post Returning To A Calling: Julie Dillon's Journey Back To SCF To Lead Health Initiatives appeared first on PodWheels.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual abuse and domestic violence.In this episode of the Holistic Healers Community Podcast, Crystal sits down with Yvonne Calderon, a newly graduated massage therapist and founder of Rooted From Ruins, to explore the deeply intentional and healing work of trauma-informed touch.Yvonne shares the story of how her business began long before she even knew what it would become. Starting with a meaningful ritual that inspired the creation of her logo, planting the seed for something much greater. After experiencing the impact of massage for herself, she felt called to pursue it as a career, eventually carving out a powerful niche in supporting individuals who have experienced body-based trauma.This conversation explores Yvonne's mission to reintroduce safe, intentional touch to the body, especially for those navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and the lasting effects of sexual abuse or domestic violence. She offers insight into what trauma-informed massage actually looks like, both before and during a session, and how creating a sense of safety, consent, and empowerment is at the core of her work.Yvonne also speaks to the deeper intention behind Rooted From Ruins. Not just as a massage practice, but as a space designed to support individuals in reconnecting with their bodies, reclaiming their strength, and standing fully in their power.Together, they reflect on how easy it can be to disconnect from the body in the busyness of everyday life, and how important it is to listen to the subtle cues and messages our bodies are constantly communicating.This episode is a powerful reminder that healing doesn't have to be rushed, and that with the right support, it is possible to rebuild a sense of safety, trust, and connection within ourselves.Have a listen & don't forget to follow the podcast to stay up to date on episodes! You can also leave feedback on the episode over at HHC's Instagram @holistichealerscommunity or find out more about Yvonne and how to work with her on her IG.IG: @rooted_from_ruinsMusic credit: Blind Love by TuneTrove

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Simonson to discuss his memoir Between the Lines: Steppenwolf's Seagull and A Reluctant Actor's Journey Back to the Stage. The book chronicles Steppenwolf Theatre Company's bold return from the Covid-19 shutdown with a $43 million new theater and a fresh adaptation of The Seagull. For Simonson—an acclaimed writer, director, and longtime Steppenwolf ensemble member—it meant stepping back onstage after 33 years away. Part diary and part history of the Chicago Theatre Renaissance, the memoir takes us behind the scenes of this landmark production while tracing Simonson's personal battle with stage fright, self-doubt, and rediscovery of the joy of acting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Relentless Pursuit Podcast, host Joe Adams interviews Tycho Bergquist of InnerCore Gains about his journey from decades of unhappiness, perfectionism, guilt, and family trauma to “coming back” to himself through boundaries, meditation, plant medicine, and purpose-driven work. Tycho explains how ignoring purpose leads to burnout and nihilism, and how much of anxiety and depression can stem from living other people's lives. He shares his background traveling due to his father's business, growing up near Boston in an atheist household, finding escape and connection through drumming, studying religion and theater in LA, and shifting from touring music into fitness and coaching. Tycho details his 500-day meditation commitment, a 10-day darkness retreat, and building a Bellevue, Nashville gym integrating specialty fitness with subconscious block removal, plus business speaking for financial institutions to address team burnout. He closes with rapid-fire insights, his “relentless pursuit,” and where to find him online.If this episode impacted you, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who needs to hear it.00:00 Fragmented For Decades00:56 Podcast Welcome Intro01:37 Stoic Energy And Breath04:29 Purpose Work And Offerings06:36 Virtual Versus In Person08:19 Healing PTSD And Peace13:29 Roots And Name Story15:33 Family Trauma And Boundaries20:38 Music And Drumming Escape31:41 College Religion And Theater39:55 Music To Fitness Pivot42:50 Finding Love And Breaking Point45:46 Greatness and Potential46:38 Quiet Greatness Examples47:10 Mentors and New Schools48:12 Breaking Dogma Molds48:34 Seeds Trauma and Freedom50:30 Perfectionism and Acceptance51:18 Hustle Culture and Hacks51:52 Sponsor Wellness Ecosystem53:08 Depression Knowing vs Doing55:08 Humility and Family Dynamics56:33 Why Coaching and Health57:34 Trauma Health and Nurture59:11 Learning Authentic Coaching01:01:52 Hypocrisy Comfort and Church01:04:05 Seriousness Spontaneity Balance01:05:43 Morality Values and Authenticity01:06:47 Context Matters Presentation01:08:25 Achievement to Purpose Shift01:11:20 Mind Muscle Inner Core Gains01:14:33 Subconscious Drives Behavior01:18:31 Reptilian Brain Explained01:19:40 Purpose Embodied Through Goals01:21:24 Purpose Alignment and Dogma01:24:28 Why People Miss Purpose01:26:25 Purpose Evolves and Beliefs01:29:32 Ignoring Purpose Burnout01:30:42 Anxiety Critics and Haters01:31:31 Friends Pull You Down01:32:13 Relentless Self Belief01:33:24 Authenticity And The Journey01:34:52 Boundaries After Collapse01:36:57 Plant Medicine And Retreats01:39:18 Soul Retrieval And Shame01:43:33 Injuries As Spiritual Signals01:45:30 Marriage Growth And Conditions01:48:49 500 Days Meditation Commitment01:53:25 Meditation Results And Self Trust01:57:51 Purpose Driven Fitness Approach01:59:37 Darkness Retreat Explained02:08:31 Fear And Visions In Darkness02:12:21 Seasons Nature And God02:13:30 Timing Plant Medicine02:15:00 Meeting His Fiancée02:19:14 Why Nashville Happened02:24:05 Inside Intercore Gains02:27:57 Purpose Driven Fitness02:33:30 Men And Vulnerability02:50:02 Rapid Fire Reflections02:55:40 Healing In Many Lanes#RelentlessPursuit #TychoBergquist #Healing #Purpose #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #Authenticity #Meditation #DarknessRetreat #InnerCoreGains #FindingYourself #Mindset #Transformation #Podcast

Substack subscribers can dive into exclusive, extended conversations from this podcast! To join the adventure, head to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com. Follow Bump on YouTube @BumpInTheRoadPodcast! Bella Young's life was shattered by unimaginable loss—the death of her husband, the murder of her son, and years trapped in a manipulative religious cult. Yet through grief, she discovered an unexpected path to healing. In this powerful conversation, Bella shares how self-love, compassion, and a deep connection with nature helped her reclaim her life. It's an inspiring story of resilience, awakening, and the possibility of finding light after profound darkness. It's an Award Winning, Amazon best selling book! What they're saying: "This is a beautiful book about life, its imperfections, its challenges, and its joys. It is a book of hope and wisdom for all of us facing a bump in the road." –Pragito Dove "Pat has woven together beautiful stories of life setbacks that have been transformed into spiritual growth. This book is a gift and a must-read for souls experiencing pain and yearning for growth." –Gary Hensel Learn more at BumpInTheRoad.us Follow Bump on: ➡️ Twitter ➡️ Facebook ➡️ Substack ➡️ Instagram ➡️ YouTube

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In this episode of Success is Subjective, Joanna talks with entrepreneur, speaker, and author Ken Miller about his remarkable journey from Dartmouth graduate to more than two decades of homelessness, addiction, and multiple prison sentences. Today, Ken uses his story to encourage others that healing and lasting change are possible. Together, they discuss the difficult line between helping and enabling, why consequences can sometimes become the turning point toward recovery, and how parents can best support both their loved one and themselves through the process. This episode of Success is Subjective is a powerful reminder that success isn't defined by where you start—or even where you fall—but by the courage to keep moving forward.Ken's Resources: Website: Ken Miller SpeaksBook: Becoming KenLinkedIn: KenMillerSpeaksInstagram: @thekenmillerspeaksFacebook: Ken Miller - SpeaksX: Ken Miller - SPEAKSYouTube: Ken Miller SpeaksYouTube: Ken MillerConnect with Joanna Lilley  Therapeutic Consulting AssociationLilley Consulting WebsiteLilley Consulting on Facebook Lilley Consulting on YouTubeEmail: joanna@lilleyconsulting.com#TherapeuticConsulting #LilleyConsulting #Successful #TherapeuticPrograms #Therapy #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #TheJourney #SuccessIsSubjectivePodcast #TheUnpavedRoad #PFCAudioVideo #KenMillerSpeaks #BecomingKen #AddictionRecovery #Alcoholism #DrugAddiction #Sobriety

The former Transport Secretary, sidelined by Keir Starmer, reveals she's been working with Burnham on a plan for government for at least a year, and has already seen the prospective Prime Minister make tough decisions. Also - bringing hope back to politics, navigating an exotic bird auction, and playing football in the House of Commons chamber. Recorded in front of a live audience at the Crossed Wires Festival in her home town of Sheffield.Producer: Hannah Wilkinson

In this episode of the REDX Podcast, Cherry Bryant, a REALTOR® with eXp Realty serving Central Florida, shares her inspiring journey of stepping away from real estate after a serious health setback and finding the courage to rebuild her business from the ground up. Through faith, resilience, coaching, and a renewed commitment to daily prospecting, Cherry explains how she transformed discouragement into momentum and why giving yourself grace is just as important as putting in the work.Cherry dives into the mindset shifts that changed everything, from embracing cold calling and accountability to understanding that "activity breeds activity." She shares the remarkable story of how one expired listing call, multiple follow-ups, and the willingness to make "just one more call" ultimately led to 12 listings. Throughout the conversation, she offers practical advice on overcoming rejection, avoiding the trap of busy work, developing consistency, and building authentic relationships with homeowners. Cherry also explains why coaching has been instrumental in her success, how REDX has helped her rebuild a thriving pipeline, and why every agent should stay focused on serving people instead of chasing transactions. Whether you're new to real estate, returning after a setback, or looking for renewed motivation in your prospecting, this episode delivers actionable strategies and encouragement to help you keep building your business.Here's What You'll Discover in This Episode...• Why resilience and consistency matter more than immediate results in real estate.• How "activity breeds activity" creates momentum in your business.• What helped Cherry overcome rejection and develop confidence in prospecting.• Why coaching and accountability completely transformed her mindset.• How one expired listing call and consistent follow-up turned into 12 listings.• What busy work looks like and how to focus on income-producing activities instead.• Why giving yourself grace is essential while building a successful business.• How to balance persistence with compassion when working with prospects.• Why daily prospecting builds long-term opportunities and stronger pipelines.• How staying focused through life's challenges leads to lasting success.JUMP TO THESE TOPICS03:22 –

Send us Fan MailFrom Avoiding Doctors to Reversing Insulin Resistance: David's Lifestyle Medicine Wake-Up CallDr. Angela interviews her patient David, a 63-year-old Michigan business owner and single dad of five, about overcoming decades of distrust in healthcare shaped by unresolved family illness and his mother's heavy medication burden. After years of self-directed health efforts (fasting, workouts, cold plunges) and increasing stress while caregiving, David developed dizzy spells and ordered extensive labs himself, which revealed severe insulin resistance and cardiovascular risk alongside a history of blood clots and a pulmonary embolism. Fear prompted him to join Dr. Angela's lifestyle-focused practice, use AI tools to interpret labs and food choices, eliminate added sugar and processed foods, adopt targeted supplements, and make small sustainable dietary swaps. Within 30–60 days his glucose dropped from 144 to 89 and free testosterone roughly doubled, with noticeable improvements in vision, urinary symptoms, body composition, and overall wellbeing, emphasizing longevity, self-awareness, and sustainable habits.00:00 Introduction00:36 Meet David06:07 Distrust of Doctors12:54 The Turning Point23:04 Joining the Practice29:09 The Lab Results38:03 Insulin, Testosterone & Body Changes44:39 Sustaining the Lifestyle54:08 Food & CookingSupport the showFollow me on Instagram @angelalifestylemd and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast & SHARE this episode.

This episode is part of series - The Families We Don't Hear About: Recovery Through Relationship. Elevating the stories of families who chose connection over tough love. Paula Brown-Stumpf spent years feeling like nothing she was doing was working - and a phone call with her son ended in a fight that cut off their relationship entirely.What she did next is why you want to hear her story. Instead of waiting and hoping, Paula got to work. She found a therapist, started her own support group when she couldn't find one that fit, and trained in Invitation to Change, CRAFT, and Motivational Interviewing — collecting skills, she says, for when her son came back. Not if.When she got the chance, she showed up completely differently. She followed her own values and logic and made decisions that go against everything families are typically told to do. Her relationship with her son today is proof that connection, not control, is what actually works.This episode is for any parent who feels like nothing they're doing is making a difference - and needs to hear that the work you do on yourself matters more than you know.Paula Brown-Stumpf facilitates SMART Recovery Family & Friends and Invitation to Change support groups.Paula's website: https://recoverycoachinganewperspective.com/Directories: https://cmcffc.org/ and : https://helpingfamilieshelp.com/Resources From Heather Ross Coaching If you want answers and support to help you and your child Sign up for a 45-minute $17 Road to Recovery call with Heather using the link below. https://heatherrosscoachingcalendar.as.me/RoadtoRecovery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A New Perspective About Enabling - If you've ever worried about enabling, this guide is for you! https://heatherrosscoaching.com/perspective-about-enabling/How to leave a podcast reviewhttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/5xkPZM8mj-E

Do you worry about money? Not just the bills.That deeper feeling. The one that says, no matter how much you earn, it is never quite enough. That without it, you are not enough.I know that feeling. I lived inside it for a long time. I built a fashion company that traded across forty countries. I made more money than I ever imagined. And there were still days when I felt like the poorest person alive.The number was never the problem. My relationship with it was.I remember the day I checked my bank account and found it almost empty. The panic. The shame. I even felt ashamed that my husband was supporting me, not understanding that this was love, not charity.That was the day everything cracked open. Because what I found underneath the panic was not a money problem.It was a story I had carried since I was a little girl. Watching my mother work herself to exhaustion. Always chasing. Never resting. Never feeling it was enough.That story became mine. And I did not even know I was living inside it. Desperation does not attract abundance. Neither does control. Only love can do that. Only trust. Only surrender.This episode is a ten-minute practice I recorded for you. Not a strategy. Not five steps. A practice — the kind that shifts something from the inside.Press play. Ten minutes. That is all.WHAT YOU WILL FIND IN THIS EPISODE→ Why money anxiety is almost never really about money → The story you inherited — and how to finally recognise it → Why chasing and controlling keep abundance away → The difference between receiving and deserving → A guided ten-minute morning practice to reset your relationship with abundanceCHAPTERS00:00 — Money as one of our greatest teachers 02:20 — The emotional root of money anxiety — my personal story 05:02 — The energy of scarcity versus the energy of abundance 10:55 — The practice of receiving — why we block what we want most 15:08 — How your inner state shapes your outer reality 16:32 — Closing thoughts and an invitationKEY TAKEAWAYS— Desperation and control do not attract abundance. Love and trust do. — Your relationship with money is a mirror of your relationship with yourself. — The stories we inherit about money are still running our lives today. — Receiving is a practice. Closing yourself to support keeps abundance out. — Abundance is not a number. It never was.THE BOOKThis episode is taken from the chapter Money: One of Our Greatest Teachers in my book Let It Go — A Conversation with God and the Journey Back to Yourself.It is the most honest thing I have ever written. About losing myself. Finding my way back. And everything I had to let go of to get there.Find it hereFIND MEInstagramYoutube Everything you are searching for is already inside you. It always has been.— Crina Okumus#money #abundance #moneyblocks #lettinggo #meditation #selfworth #innerwork #financialhealing #manifestation #mindset #selflove #personalgrowth #awakening #podcastforwomen #morningpractice #abundancemindset #moneymindset #trustyourself

In this powerful and heartfelt episode #219 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast UpliftHER series, host Rita Savoia welcomes Lisa Denyer for an intimate conversation on self-discovery, healing, and returning to your true self.The episode opens with a calming heart-coherence breathing practice inspired by the HeartMath Institute, gently guiding you into presence and alignment. From there, Lisa shares her deeply personal journey of transformation, how silence, walking in nature, and intentional self-reflection became catalysts for profound inner change following a major life transition.Together, Rita and Lisa explore:✅ The power of slowing down and listening inward✅ Masculine and feminine energy, and how to bring them into balance✅ Walking, journaling, breathwork, and spirituality as tools for self-connection✅ Letting go of hustle culture and embracing self-love, grace, and awareness✅ How awareness shortens emotional loops and accelerates healingThis conversation is an invitation to pause, reflect, and remember who you are beneath the roles, expectations, and noise of everyday life. If you're on a journey of personal growth, healing, or leadership from the heart, this episode will deeply resonate.

Fan favourite Boris Walter returns to Hard Yarns for a deep conversation on past lives, shadow work, consciousness, and the journey back to your authentic self.We explore how past life regression can reveal hidden patterns, unresolved emotions, and the parts of ourselves we've spent a lifetime avoiding. Beyond the past lies an even bigger question: why did we ever believe we were separate from everything around us?This episode is about facing the shadow, finding stillness, and remembering who you've always been.Boris is a Psychotherapeutic Consultant specialising in parallel metaphysical phenomena, often referred to as past lives, and Founder of the Consciousness Integration Collective. His work helps people locate their inner authority by remembering who they are beneath fear, protection, and conditioning.For Personal or Professional Integration, and Boris' Spiritual Sanctuary, visit:www.boriswalter.comHard Yarns Listeners can receive 10% OFF using the code HARDYARNS10.PATREON Support The Hard Yarns and get access to exclusive drops, content, live shows and promo codes : www.patreon.com/thehardyarnspodcast FIND US Email: info@thehardyarns.com Instagram: @thehardyarnspodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thehardyarnspodcastTikTok: @thehardyarnspodcast Web: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thehardyarns.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SPONSORS The Smart Business Lounge - https://www.thesmartbusinesslounge.com.auAll Trades Cover - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.alltradescover.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Crafted Finance - https://www.craftedfinance.com.auHard Yarns is Produced by B32media ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#hardyarns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#comedy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #culture #spirituality

In this inspiring episode of the Soul Seekers Podcast, host Johnny Mack sits down with Brooks Pinckard, a former Division ... Read more The post Ep. 378 | Rekindling the Flame: A Journey Back to the Heart of Hunting with Brooks Pinckard appeared first on Soul Seekers.

What does it actually mean to live a "soft life," and why is modern social media getting it wrong? We are breaking down the power of true femininity, the strength of self-prioritization, and the real pressure women face today.From dismantling the aesthetic-only version of luxury to exploring how balancing masculine and feminine energies can transform your mental health, this episode is a raw, empowering guide. We discuss why choosing yourself isn't selfish—it is necessary—and outline the 30 day Journey Back to Her framework for shedding societal expectations and reclaiming your peace. Whether you want to establish stronger boundaries or tap into your natural feminine power, this conversation is your blueprint.In this episode, we break down:The Real Soft Life: Why true ease is about peace of mind, not just aesthetic luxury.The Power of Choosing Yourself: Reframing selfishness as a healthy, necessary boundary-building tool.Shedding the Pressure: An honest conversation on the silent expectations modern women carry daily.Balancing Energy: How understanding masculine and feminine dynamics creates harmony in your life and relationships.The Soft Life Reset: A 33-Day Journey Back to HER - https://a.co/d/01RwsjRrAvailable on all podcast streaming services:spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71jAuFEpE62eXOJQsQmx74apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-highest-point-podcast/id1573678608pandora: https://pandora.com/podcast/the-highest-point-podcast/PC:1000637890iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-highest-point-podcast-83744185/Support the show: https://www.cash.app/$highestpointenthttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/highestpointpodcast#thehighestpointpodcast

Why do success, money, and achievement still leave so many high-achieving women feeling empty inside? In this episode of Let It Go, Crina Okumus explores the universal question of happiness despite success — sharing real stories of Oprah Winfrey, Arianna Huffington, Naomi Osaka, Simone Biles, Lady Gaga, and Adele, six women who reached the very top of their fields and still hit the same wall: I have everything, so why am I not happy?This is an episode about burnout, alignment, and authenticity — and what happens when you finally stop chasing external validation and start listening to your inner voice. Crina shares her own experience with this same question and offers three practical steps to reconnect with your true self, set boundaries, and move from performing for others to living in alignment with who you really are.If you've ever felt successful on the outside but disconnected on the inside, this episode is your invitation to stop, reflect, and come home to yourself.

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Carolyn Dunlap, who's here to share her miraculous, miracle-filled, mystical journey into the Catholic Church. Carolyn's story, as she says, begins before she was even born and the miracles that punctuate her birth story seem to follow her throughout the rest of her lives: miraculous visions, encounters with Christ, and a throughly entertaining and edifying journey!Carolyn is a simply wonderful storyteller and her journey – out of Evangelicalism and into the Catholic Church – is a truly fantastic tale!For more from Carolyn, please follow her brand new YouTube channel.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

What if the sense of separation you feel is not the truth of who you are? Most people spend their lives searching for happiness, love, and a feeling of belonging. Yet beneath all of those desires is a deeper longing: the desire to remember our connection to something greater than ourselves. In this Baba Talk by Maetreyii Ma, explore the journey back to oneness and discover why the peace you seek has never been outside of you. Drawing from Yoga philosophy, this teaching reveals how the belief in separation creates fear, loneliness, and struggle—and how awakening to your true nature brings freedom. You are not separate. The infinite within you is the same presence that lives within every person, every creature, and all of creation. As this understanding deepens, spiritual awakening becomes more than an idea—it becomes a living experience. This talk explores: • Why the heart longs for wholeness • The illusion of separation • The deeper meaning of love, lover, and beloved • How embracing compassion and kindness transforms your life • The connection between consciousness, unity, and inner peace Through timeless spiritual wisdom, you are invited to see yourself—and the world—in a new way: not as isolated individuals, but as expressions of one infinite reality. If this message resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with others who are seeking truth, love, and a deeper understanding of life. About  Maetreyii Ma Nolan, Ph.D. Maetreyii Ma Nolan, Ph.D., is an award-winning author, spiritual teacher, psychologist, and expert in consciousness and holistic healing. With a rich background in psychology and spirituality, her work has positively influenced many people's lives. Maetreyii Ma Nolan's wisdom and teachings garner recognition worldwide, making her a respected voice for inner transformation and spiritual awakening.  She is trained as a licensed Psychologist, an Acharya or Ordained Minister of Yogic Meditation, a certified IAYT Yoga Therapist, and an EYRT 500-hour Yoga Teacher with many years of experience with deep meditation and yogic wisdom. You can visit her website here: https://www.yogama.org  About Maetreyii Ma's Works Over the past decades, Maetreyii Ma has delivered thousands of presentations to various audiences. Her latest project is to make those presentations available to the broadest possible audience. Maetreyii Ma's talks fall into six main categories: The Power and Nature of Love Self-realization, Spirituality, & Awakening Dharma, Society, & Karma Working with the Mind & Emotions Relationships & Samgha Science & Cosmology  The Baba Flow Maetreyii Ma's talks are based on a spiritual process called Baba Flow. The Baba flow is an intuitive flow of spiritual guidance and teachings from the deep inner essence, the one essential Source known by many names. In the Baba Talks, Maetreyii Ma, in a deep state of Bhava, or devotional absorption, opens to this Source and allows the teachings to flow through. Since 1969, Maetreyii Ma has been a student of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, affectionately known as Baba. In 1970, she began to have profound mystical experiences of the Divine and experienced the inner presence of her Guru. Baba's inner presence brought a deep knowledge of the endless love and compassion of the Divine, perfect beauty and wisdom, and the unconditional love and overflowing grace of the Sadguru. About Ananda Gurukula Maetreyii Ma is President of Ananda Gurukula, a non-profit organization dedicated to awakening the human spirit and sharing the ancient mystic wisdom of yoga.  Through Ananda Gurukula, Maetreyii Ma is able to offer meditation practices, mentoring (https://www.yogama.org/mentoring.html), meditation and yoga wisdom retreats, and webinars and workshops on the ancient knowledge of yogic teachings, in addition to local weekly Sunday evening meditations, called Dharmachakra (https://www.yogama.org/dharmachakra.html), a third Friday Kirtan (https://www.yogama.org/kirtan.html), and a Saturday morning Satsanga (https://www.yogama.org/satsanga.html). All are invited to attend our events at the Ashram in the Santa Rosa area.  For those who do not live in the local Santa Rosa area, Maetreyii Ma offers her Baba Talks for free on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@maetreyiima7) and Podbean (https://www.babatalks.info/).  Ananda Gurukula also publishes books and the Baba inspirational writings on many subjects. See more about Maetreyii Ma's books at https://www.maetreyiima.org/shop.html. #YouAreNotSeparate #JourneyBackToOneness #SpiritualAwakening #YogaPhilosophy #EmbracingCompassionAndKindness #TheInfiniteWithinYou #BabaTalk #MaetreyiiMa #YogaPhilosophy

465 Days Later: Coming Back to Truth, Clearing the Noise, and the Cold-Water Fear That Wasn't MineAfter 465 days away from the podcast, Constantin returns sharing how pausing coaching, speaking, and “the noise” (while keeping his 9–5 and focusing on his relationship and inner work) helped him realize he'd been seeking external answers and losing joy by following others' blueprints. He describes a turning point in February 2024: during breathwork meditation at a snowy Canadian spa, he received a vivid vision of his mother in 1984 Romania falling through a dock into cold water while holding him as a baby, revealing his cold-water phobia was inherited from her fear for safety. After the experience, the fear vanished, and his mother later confirmed the story matched his vision. He says this became the first “clear activation,” later clarified in a 2025 shamanic journey, leading him to offer the work, create “Journey Back to One” frequency-infused music, invite listeners into a collective shift, and announce a free Holistic Wellbeing Summit session with a live clear activation on June 12 at 2pm EST.Journey Back to One Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/10UTtmD7isuAig6sXcOsUv?si=V0PQW5bURrWxw1jBISsDZAHolistic Wellness Summit: https://holisticwellbeingsummit.com/constantin-bogdan-morun00:00 Back After 465 Days01:23 Pausing the Noise03:41 Humanity at a Threshold05:33 You Are Not Broken08:22 Being Over Doing13:05 Cold Plunge Breakthrough18:45 Vision and Inherited Fear25:10 Clear Activation Emerges29:47 Letting Light In33:27 Music and Rebrand37:01 Summit Invite and Links38:30 Breathwork Practice39:42 Closing and Next Time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

83 episodes in. And this is the one where everything changes.I didn't plan this podcast. I didn't plan the book either. The things that have mattered most in my life were never planned; they arrived when I finally stopped running long enough to hear something. And that's exactly what this new era is about.THIS IS NOT A SELF-HELP PODCAST.No five steps to happiness. No morning routine that fixes everything. No formula for becoming your best self. What you will find here is something different, and I think something you actually need.EVERY MONTH ON LET IT GO:✦ One real topic, the kind everyone carries but few talk about honestly ✦ One solo episode ✦ One guest conversation ✦ One deeper dive ✦ One guided meditationBecause silence does things that words can't.THIS MONTH: AWAKENINGThe moment everything cracks open. And you can finally see.IN THIS EPISODE:✦ Why grief can be a door, not just a wound ✦ The messy, nonlinear truth of self-discovery ✦ Ten years of searching across four countries ✦ The moment I finally surrendered and what I found ✦ The one question I'll leave you withYOU'LL HEAR:"Grief was also the door." "Something far bigger than me made the choice." "What are you still running from?"CHAPTERS:00:00 · The Unplanned Journey Begins 02:57 · The Impact of Grief 06:08 · The Search for Self 08:52 · Embracing Silence and Surrender 12:02 · A New Approach to Life and LearningEverything you are searching for is already inside you. It always has been.THE BOOK: Let It Go — A Conversation with God and the Journey Back to Yourself

SummaryIn this inspiring interview, Hannah shares her journey through injury, pain, and recovery, highlighting the importance of understanding the nervous system and mental resilience in overcoming physical setbacks. Discover how she transformed her approach to pain and regained control over her body and life.TakeawaysChronic pain often stems from nervous system dysregulation rather than just physical damage.Emotional and psychological factors play a crucial role in managing physical recovery.Self-perception significantly influences physical outcomes and recovery.Recovery is non-linear and requires patience and self-compassion.Lifestyle habits, including stress management and sleep, impact pain management.The belief of being "injury-prone" can become a self-fulfilling prophecy.Understanding the mind-body connection empowers individuals to manage pain better.Pain does not always indicate structural damage; it can be a protective response.Gradual exposure and resilience-building are key to overcoming fear of injury.Consistent reassurance and validation are essential in the recovery journey.Connect with Us:If you're an injured runner we can help you get back to running pain-free.Book a free call with us:https://matthewboydphysio.com/booking/Running Fundamentals Course:https://matthewboydphysio.com/running-fundamentals-course/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/matthewboydphysio/

Send us Fan MailMost men don't collapse all at once. They drift, they numb out, they get busy, and then one day they realize they've been “fine” for years while quietly losing their edge, their joy, or their family. Grant McGaugh sits down with Derek Jackson, a longtime healthcare leader and the author of Men Dying Garden Moments: The Hidden Crisis of Masculinity and the Journey Back to Life, for a direct conversation about men's mental health, masculinity, and what accountability actually looks like when nobody's watching.Derek introduces the idea of “garden moments,” those decision points where the consequences outlast the emotion. We talk through the four areas where men often start to check out: stature (how we respond to changing roles and expectations), spirituality (having an anchor and core beliefs), physical health (including lifestyle and finances, not just the body), and relationships (the growing friction and mistrust between men and women). Along the way, we dig into authenticity, the influence of algorithms and culture, and why “perform, provide, protect” isn't enough if you never learn to process.We also get practical: how to build a safe circle of men, Derek's “board meeting,” where mentorship happens and accountability becomes normal. If you want to lead better, love better, and live with fewer regrets, this conversation is a strong starting point. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review. What's one “garden moment” you're facing right now?Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Follow The Brand! We hope you enjoyed learning about the latest trends and strategies in Personal Branding, Business and Career Development, Financial Empowerment, Technology Innovation, and Executive Presence. To keep up with the latest insights and updates, visit 5starbdm.com.And don't miss Grant McGaugh's new book, First Light — a powerful guide to igniting your purpose and building a BRAVE brand that stands out in a changing world. - https://5starbdm.com/brave-masterclass/See you next time on Follow The Brand!

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In this episode, I sit down with happiness coach Shannon Lovelady for a deep conversation about trauma healing, emotional healing, and the journey of releasing trauma without closure.We explore what it really means to process and release trauma, including the difficult realization that sometimes the apology or closure we hope for may never come. Shannon shares insights on how accepting that truth can become an important part of healing instead of something that keeps us emotionally stuck.We also dive into spiritual healing topics like plant medicine, astrology, the Akashic Records, and past life memories, including fascinating experiences our sons shared as young children that opened the door to deeper conversations about consciousness and reincarnation.This episode blends personal storytelling, spirituality, trauma recovery, and self-awareness into an honest conversation about healing, transformation, and finding peace within yourself.If you're interested in exploring this work more personally, I offer past life regressions, healing and integration sessions, and coaching.You can learn more or book a session at:

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a 33-year McKinsey career ends on Friday — and you're on an ice wall by Saturday afternoon?Tom French, author of The Gap Years: Climbing, Skiing, and the Journey Back, joins us to talk about trading his corporate corner office for crampons, summiting Everest under a full moon at 2:15 AM, and why it's never too late to reclaim the passions of your younger years.Tom's story begins with a childhood shaped by legendary mountaineer Willi Unsoeld — the first man to climb Everest's West Ridge — who literally taught Tom to climb at age eight. Decades later, after raising a family and building an elite business career, Tom didn't quietly retire. He launched a gap year that stretched into three and a half extraordinary years of ice climbing, cross-country ski marathons, and two Everest expeditions.We dig into his gripping turnaround at 26,000 feet on his first summit attempt, the remote Makalu Barun approach he took on his second, and what the emotional release at base camp — not the summit — truly taught him about achievement.If you've ever felt too busy, too old, or too settled to chase a dream, this episode is for you.Episode Links:Tom on InstagramTom's WebsiteBuy a copy of The Gap YearsThis episode was Produced by Jordyn Smith, follow her on Instagram @jordyn.journeysFollow us on Instagram, @HikesandmicsThis episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic AllTrails+I'm excited to share that I'm now a Trailheads Ambassador for AllTrails+! If you love exploring the outdoors, AllTrails+ is your ultimate adventure companion. Get offline maps, real-time wrong-turn alerts, and trail previews to help you hike smarter and safer. Plus, with 3D maps and deeper trail insights, planning your next trek has never been easier.Try AllTrails+ free for 7 days, and when you sign up using my referral link, you'll get 30% off your AllTrails+ membership!Sign up here: AllTrails+ (promo is only redeemable via web and not the app)Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artists Go check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don't forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

Professional running can quietly turn into pressure, performance, sponsorship obligations, and constant visibility. This episode with Jacob Puzey is for runners who have felt burnout creeping into the thing they once loved and want to rediscover simplicity, rhythm, and freedom in running again.After twenty years as a professional runner, coach, race director, and sponsored athlete, Jacob reflects on what happened when the pressure finally disappeared. What starts as a conversation about road running slowly becomes something much deeper about identity, aging, social media, routine, and why signing up for hard things still matters even after competition stops mattering.Please give us a follow, rate the podcast, and give a review.If you're new to Borderlands, start here.Topics / Timestamps00:43 Rediscovering the Joy of Running07:41 The Journey Back to Running11:39 The Transition from Competition to Personal Growth14:50 The Journey to Scholarship and Running19:20 The Importance of Commitment in RunningResources / LinksSalt Lake Foothills Trail Races Josh Rosenthal on IGBorderlands.ccLa French TrailHigh TonesSubwhateverRelated EpisodesUltra Running isn't Just RunningPresented by Kiprun.----Borderlands explores trail running through culture, media, and the forces shaping it.Watch on YouTubeRead on Substack

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 "Our Savior loves us no matter what we do. Whatever comes our way, whatever we do, He loves us, and He's able to see through the hurt. He's able to see through whatever it is we're doing, the actual action that we're displaying to the world because of our hurt."00:00 Crisis in Marriage08:19 Race, Records, and Re-Baptism13:21 Trauma and Turning Point28:10 Let People In33:52 Forgiveness After Betrayal40:48 Answering Priesthood HistoryMike's Auto Shackhttps://mikesautoshack.com/Serve Clothing code COMEBACK for 15% offhttps://serveclothing.com/If you have a story to share please submit here: https://comebackpodcast.org/submissions/For inquiries contact info.comebackpodcast@gmail.comCome Back Team:Director, Founder, & Host: Ashly StoneEditor: Cara ReedOutreach Manager: Jenna CarlsonAssistant Editor: Britt SmallzeArt Director: Jeremy GarciaProduction Director: Trent Wardwell

Our ongoing series of Wizard of Oz adaptation reviews reaches Journey Back to Oz, an animated movie that Filmation started producing in 1962. However, they ran out of money, and the movie sat around unfinished for a full decade, until Filmation had some cash rolling in from their cheapo Saturday morning cartoons. Was Journey Back to Oz worth the wait? Yeah, sort of. It boasts an all-star cast led by Liza Minnelli as Dorothy, the role her mom played in the classic 1939 movie. Also in the cast: Margaret Hamilton (the Wicked Witch back in 1939, now playing Aunt Em), Ethel Merman, Danny Thomas, Mickey Rooney, Larry Storch, Mel Blanc, Milton Berle... and Paul Lynde. (Yikes, with Paul on board, they could have skipped the movie and just played a round of Hollywood Squares.) And yes, Journey Back to Oz also features a talking signpost, a wooden horse, Jack Pumpkinhead, evil trees, gay trees, and plenty of chickens. Watch it just once, and inside your brain, the angry green elephants will never stop screaming. Plus: Kevin is on another American Sci-Fi Classics online panel all about Supergirl, just in time for the new movie! (But we still love the old movie.) The Amercian Sci-Fi Classics Supergirl panel! And our regular links... The Flopcast website! The ESO Network! The Flopcast on Facebook! The Flopcast on Instagram! The Flopcast on Bluesky! The Flopcast on Mastadon! Please rate and review The Flopcast on Apple Podcasts! Email: info@flopcast.net Our music is by The Sponge Awareness Foundation!   This week's promo: Modern Musicology!  

Send us Fan Mail If you have ever sat in a doctor's office, exhausted and barely recognizing yourself, only to be told your numbers look fine, this conversation is for you. For millions of women living with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, that moment of dismissal is not just frustrating. It quietly erodes something deeper: the trust in their own body. In this episode, former ER nurse and patient advocate Esther Yunkin pulls back the curtain on why so many women go unheard and under-supported when it comes to thyroid and autoimmune health. She talks about what conventional medicine consistently misses, how stress and chronic self-neglect are often part of the picture, and what it actually looks like to begin healing from the root causes up. If you have ever thought "I just want to feel like myself again," this one is worth your time. About the Guest: Esther Yunkin is a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and patient advocate who has lived experience with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. She is the host of the podcast Health with Hashimoto's and works with women to help them uncover root causes, manage their autoimmune condition holistically, and reclaim their energy and sense of self. Her approach is grounded in science, led by compassion, and shaped by years of watching the healthcare system leave people without real answers. Key Takeaways: Hashimoto's has two distinct parts that both need attention: the immune system attacking the thyroid, and the thyroid's reduced ability to function as a result. Most conventional treatment addresses only one of these, which is why so many women continue to feel unwell even when their labs appear normal. The T4-to-T3 conversion gap is one of the most overlooked reasons women still experience symptoms despite being on thyroid medication. If the body is not converting effectively, symptoms persist, but standard tests may not catch it. Autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's typically have three contributing layers: a genetic predisposition, gut health disruption, and one or more specific triggers. Addressing all three is essential for real, lasting improvement. Chronic stress is one of the leading triggers of Hashimoto's. Many of the women Esther works with are high-functioning people carrying enormous loads and putting everyone else's needs ahead of their own. Learning to manage stress, even within a busy life, is not optional. It is part of the healing process. Hashimoto's often builds silently for ten to fifteen years before a diagnosis. The earlier a woman learns to listen to her body's early signals, the more damage she can prevent. Healing is not linear. Setbacks will happen. The goal is not perfection. It is becoming an advocate for your own body and knowing how to navigate the seasons, not just the good ones. Connect With Esther Yunkin: Website: healthwithhashimotos.com Podcast: Health with Hashimoto's (search in your podcast player) Instagram: @health.with.hashimotos Facebook RN Community: skool.com/health-with-hashimotos/about Episode Chapters: [00:00] When Conventional Medicine Is Not Enough — The question that opens this conversation [02:00] Welcome to Healthy Mind, Healthy Life — Host introduction and guest welcome [03:30] The ER Moment That Changed Everything — Why one patient quitting smoking says everything about what education can do [06:00] Why Your Labs Look Fine But You Feel Terrible — The two-part problem conventional medicine misses with Hashimoto's [08:00] The Erosion of Self-Trust — What years of being dismissed actually does to a woman's inner knowing [10:00] Root Causes, Stress, and the Women Who Give Everything Away — The hidden pattern beneath most Hashimoto's cases [14:00] Starting the Journey Back to Yourself — Esther's first steps, from root cause discovery to breath-based stress reset   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? 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Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Everything you have been told about menopause symptoms being normal and inevitable is incomplete, and Dr. Cari Schaefer is here to blow that wide open. In this episode, Leah and Dr. Willow sit down with their dear friend and functional medicine and Chinese medicine practitioner to draw a hard line between natural menopause and menopausal syndrome, unpack why hormone replacement therapy alone leaves a massive gap in your care, and get honest about the adrenal health, blood sugar regulation, and liver function conversations that should have happened years before your first hot flash. They also get into andropause, testosterone conversion in men, and why the most loving thing you can do for your body right now has nothing to do with hormones at all.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Menopause and menopausal syndrome are not the same thing, and confusing the two is exactly why so many women are still suffering after starting hormone therapy.Your adrenal glands become the primary producers of estrogen precursors after menopause, so chronic stress is not just emotional, it is hormonal.Hot flashes and night sweats are most often driven by hidden immune stressors like urinary infections and digestive imbalances, not declining hormones alone.A liver cleanse at least once a year is one of the most direct things you can do to keep hormones balanced, because your liver has to filter and process every hormone in your body.Men convert testosterone into estrogen or DHT under chronic stress, which explains low libido, weight gain, emotional flatness, and erectile changes far better than low testosterone alone.Shame around food creates more physiological stress on the liver and gallbladder than the food itself ever could.Menopause is not a biological mistake; it is a designed transition into the most powerful role of a woman's life, and the body will not let you access that role while it is running on empty.LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE CAN BE FOUND ON THE WEBSITE: https://www.sexreimagined.com/blog/menopause-symptoms-root-cause ROOTED IN DESIRE. A Journey Back to Your Feminine Essence If you're a heart-centered woman ready to embody your femininity, awaken your sacred sexuality, and fall deeply in love with yourself, this immersion is for you. Register: https://www.sexreimagined.com/rooted-in-desire THE MALE GSPOT & PROSTATE MASTERCLASS. This is for you if… You've heard of epic anal orgasms, & you wonder if it's possible for you too. Save 20% Coupon PODCAST20.  AWAKEN AROUSAL OIL LUBRICANT | Reach new levels of intimacy with our arousal oil, formulated for the female body. Once applied, this topical oil works with your body to enhance sensation and "o's," helping you reach states of euphoric pleasure.Support the showFREEBIE- Introduction to Tantric Kissing Video and WorkbookSxR WebsiteDr. Willow's WebsiteLeah's Website 

What happens when you trade a four-decade career in business for the mountains, the trails, and the life you almost left behind? In this episode, I sit down with Tom French, author of The Gap Years: Climbing, Skiing, and the Journey Back, to talk about adventure, reinvention, and what it truly means to reconnect with the outdoors at any age. Tom's story is a powerful reminder that the call of the wild doesn't have an expiration date; some of the most meaningful journeys begin exactly when you think the adventure is over.Whether you're an avid hiker, a weekend adventurer, or simply someone who has ever felt the pull of wild places, this conversation will inspire you to lace up your boots and get back out there.

Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!If you believe that mismatched libidos are destroying your relationship, you're not alone—but you're also not seeing the full picture. What if everything you've been told about "high desire vs. low desire" partners is completely wrong? In this explosive episode of Sex Reimagined, somatic sex therapist Susan Morgan Taylor reveals the real culprits behind fading desire and introduces her revolutionary "Pleasure Keys" process that's helping couples worldwide reignite passion—no matter how long they've been together.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS➠ Why the "high libido vs. low libido" narrative is damaging your relationship➠ The three root causes of desire discrepancy that no one talks about➠ How mismatched sex drives are actually a skills problem, not a fundamental incompatibility➠ The critical difference between direct and indirect pleasure seeeking➠ The game-changing distinction between expressing desire vs. making requests➠ How to create safety for sharing fantasies without pressure➠ Negotiation techniques that turn "no" into enthusiastic "yes"CLICK HERE FOR LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEROOTED IN DESIRE. A Journey Back to Your Feminine Essence If you're a heart-centered woman ready to embody your femininity, awaken your sacred sexuality, and fall deeply in love with yourself, this immersion is for you. Register: https://www.sexreimagined.com/rooted-in-desire THE MALE GSPOT & PROSTATE MASTERCLASS. This is for you if… You've heard of epic anal orgasms, & you wonder if it's possible for you too. Save 20% Coupon PODCAST20.  AWAKEN AROUSAL OIL LUBRICANT | Reach new levels of intimacy with our arousal oil, formulated for the female body. Once applied, this topical oil works with your body to enhance sensation and "o's," helping you reach states of euphoric pleasure.Support the showFREEBIE- Introduction to Tantric Kissing Video and WorkbookSxR WebsiteDr. Willow's WebsiteLeah's Website 

Steph Fonteyn, founder of Collaborative Art®, an experiential creative facilitation practice that helps teams and leaders reconnect to meaning, collaboration, and shared vision when words alone are no longer enough.Through collaborative painting experiences, arts-based team building, leadership workshops, and keynote-style interventions, Steph guides organisations navigating change and complexity to make the invisible visible - values, tensions, aspirations, and shared purpose.Now, Steph's journey of reclaiming authorship of her life and work demonstrates what's possible when creativity is treated not as a luxury, but as a core human and leadership capability.And while inviting individuals and teams to move from autopilot into conscious, aligned action, she's redefining success as presence, integrity, and sustainable impact.Here's where to find more:Facilitation: www.collaborativeart.chArtist & Keynote Speaker: https://www.stephfonteyn.com/keynote-speakerExample of Live Art Keynote: https://youtu.be/vVR2PTyEErcAuthor of the upcoming book The Art of Becoming Unapologetically You, supported by a Swiss art foundation grant exploring creativity and transformation.________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Is there an actual cure for erectile dysfunction? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Nuziard of Regen Max says yes, and he has a 97% success rate and a patent to back it up. Jeff breaks down why pills like Viagra and Cialis eventually stop working (hint: it is a tissue problem, not a blood flow problem), and walks us through the four-step regenerative protocol that rebuilds erectile tissue from the inside out using shockwave therapy, laser collagen remodeling, testosterone optimization, and a patented stem cell biologic injected directly into the spongiosum. We also get into why this same science applies to women dealing with clitoral atrophy, lost orgasmic sensitivity, and vaginal dryness, plus an honest take on what peptides like PT-141 and GHK-Cu can and cannot do. If you or someone you love has been told to just manage ED rather than fix it, this episode is going to change the conversation entirely.KEY TAKEAWAYS:The real cause of ED is spongiosum tissue degeneration, not poor blood flowTestosterone decline triggers collagen loss, which dries out erectile tissue over timePDE-5 inhibitors (Viagra, Cialis) stop working when there is no tissue left to absorb bloodA four-step regenerative protocol can restore full erectile function, including for post-prostatectomy patientsWomen experience the same tissue breakdown as clitoral atrophy and vaginal relaxation syndrome, and respond even faster to treatmentOral collagen supplements do not reach erectile tissue; direct injection is the only delivery that worksThe full Regen Max program is $10,000 for one year, all-inclusive, with financing availableLINKS, RESOURCES, BLOGS, & VIDEO VERSIONS OF THE EPISODE CAN BE FOUND HERE ROOTED IN DESIRE. A Journey Back to Your Feminine Essence If you're a heart-centered woman ready to embody your femininity, awaken your sacred sexuality, and fall deeply in love with yourself, this immersion is for you. Register: https://www.sexreimagined.com/rooted-in-desire THE MALE GSPOT & PROSTATE MASTERCLASS. This is for you if… You've heard of epic anal orgasms, & you wonder if it's possible for you too. Save 20% Coupon PODCAST20.  AWAKEN AROUSAL OIL LUBRICANT | Reach new levels of intimacy with our arousal oil, formulated for the female body. Once applied, this topical oil works with your body to enhance sensation and "o's," helping you reach states of euphoric pleasure.Support the showFREEBIE- Introduction to Tantric Kissing Video and WorkbookSxR WebsiteDr. Willow's WebsiteLeah's Website 

Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Most of us have spent years performing desire rather than understanding it. In this episode, Leah and Dr. Willow sit down with their longtime friend and somatic sex and relationship coach Megan AnneStasia for a conversation that is equal parts permission slip and erotic road map. Megan breaks down the Somatica method, a body-centered, experiential approach to intimacy coaching that goes way beyond talk therapy, and introduces the concept of core erotic themes, the emotional threads that run through your hottest fantasies and your deepest wounds all at once. From the relationship lab to seduction styles, from brain spotting and trauma to what actually happens when you finally say out loud what turns you on, this episode is the kind of real, shame-free conversation that most people have never been invited into. Whether you are newly dating, decades into a partnership that has lost its spark, or just brave enough to get curious about your own erotic mind, this one is for you.KEY TAKEWAYSThe Somatica method is an experiential sex and relationship coaching framework where clients practice emotional and erotic intimacy skills in real time inside a safe "relationship lab."Core erotic themes, rooted in Dr. Jack Morin's book "The Erotic Mind," are the recurring emotional threads inside your hottest fantasies that connect directly to your core wounds, and knowing yours is a sneak peek into your entire operating system.Fantasies do not have to be acted out to be valid, and permission to have them without judgment is often the healing itself.The meta consent conversation, talking about your preferred consent style before an encounter, is one of the most underused and underrated tools in both dating and long-term relationships.Long-term couples often have zero framework for talking about sex, and learning each other's erotic themes and seduction styles can rebuild desire and reduce resentment even after decades together.Pushing your erotic edge builds not just pleasure but the felt sense of aliveness that comes from showing up bravely for yourself.LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE CAN BE FOUND ON THE WEBSITE: ROOTED IN DESIRE. A Journey Back to Your Feminine Essence If you're a heart-centered woman ready to embody your femininity, awaken your sacred sexuality, and fall deeply in love with yourself, this immersion is for you. Register: https://www.sexreimagined.com/rooted-in-desire THE MALE GSPOT & PROSTATE MASTERCLASS. This is for you if… You've heard of epic anal orgasms, & you wonder if it's possible for you too. Save 20% Coupon PODCAST20.  AWAKEN AROUSAL OIL LUBRICANT | Reach new levels of intimacy with our arousal oil, formulated for the female body. Once applied, this topical oil works with your body to enhance sensation and "o's," helping you reach states of euphoric pleasure.Support the showFREEBIE- Introduction to Tantric Kissing Video and WorkbookSxR WebsiteDr. Willow's WebsiteLeah's Website 

In this episode, I'm joined by lifelong mountaineer, cross-country skier, and author Tom French to discuss his memoir, The Gap Years: Climbing, Skiing, and the Journey Back. A senior partner emeritus of McKinsey & Company, Tom has spent decades operating at the highest levels of business leadership — while also pursuing a deep connection to the outdoors. In this book, he reflects on a profound personal journey of disruption, recovery, identity, and rediscovery through climbing, skiing, and nature. This is a conversation about resilience, purpose, and what it means to find your way back — not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually.

Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Here's a truth most couples need to hear: women in long-term relationships don't lose interest in sex. Sex just becomes uninteresting. And if nothing changes, boredom quietly turns into apathy, which Dr. Trina Read will tell you is the single biggest threat to your sex life. Dr. Trina is a sexologist and bestselling author with 25+ years of experience helping women in long-term relationships thrive after the honeymoon stage ends. In this special episode, she walks you through her Five Pleasure Secrets of Satisfied Couples, plus three things you can try tonight.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Why spontaneous sex might actually be the reason your sex life has gone flatThe research-backed case for quality over quantity in the bedroomWhat "erotic threads" are and how to build them every single dayWhy so many women experience delayed sexual response and what actually helpsHow to desire your partner out loud again (and why it matters more than you think)The Yes/No/Maybe list exercise that reveals what you both secretly wantThree things you can do tonight to shift the energy with your partnerVIDEO VERSION, LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE CAN BE FOUND ON THE WEBSITE: https://www.sexreimagined.com/blog/5-pleasure-secrets-satisfied-couples POWER OF PLEASURE | Join our FREE Live Online Summit - April 28-29, 2026 featuring 12 leading intimacy experts in conscious sexuality, desire and erotic healing. Register: https://www.sexreimagined.com/power-of-pleasure  ROOTED IN DESIRE. A Journey Back to Your Feminine Essence If you're a heart-centered woman ready to embody your femininity, awaken your sacred sexuality, and fall deeply in love with yourself, this immersion is for you. Register: https://www.sexreimagined.com/rooted-in-desire LAST 10x LONGER. If you suffer from premature ejaculation, you are not alone, master 5 techniques to cure this stressful & embarrassing issue once and for all. Save 20% Coupon: PODCAST20. Support the showFREEBIE- Introduction to Tantric Kissing Video and WorkbookSxR WebsiteDr. Willow's WebsiteLeah's Website 

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This week, you'll hear a big talk from an alum of The Big Talk Academy Mastery that will expand how you think about the world and inspire you to take the big stages you desire. In her powerful and deeply personal talk, Trish Egan unpacks the silent wounds of childhood trauma, betrayal, and the cost of self-abandonment.  With unflinching honesty, she shares how reclaiming her voice helped her break generational patterns—and finally come home to herself. During her talk, "The Journey Back to Me," she explores: How childhood trauma creates survival patterns that follow us into adulthood The courage required to break cycles and leave what's familiar Why healing requires prioritizing yourself despite others' judgment The way to show the next generation what authentic love looks like   More from Trish Egan Watch Trish's big talk on YouTube More from Tricia  Claim your spot for my two-day virtual masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram  Connect with me on Facebook  Connect with me on LinkedIn  Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com 

 Heather Mac Donald is the Thomas W. Smith Fellow at the Manhattan Institute and a contributing editor of City Journal. A New York Times bestselling author, she has written extensively on policing, criminal justice, race relations, higher education, and the pursuit of merit in American institutions. Her influential books include The War on Cops and When Race Trumps Merit. A non-practicing lawyer with a J.D. from Stanford, she holds a B.A. in English from Yale (summa cum laude) and an M.A. from Cambridge University. Mac Donald is a frequent commentator on Fox News and other outlets, known for her data-driven, fearless analysis of cultural and policy issues. The KunstlerCast theme music is the beautiful Two Rivers Waltz written and performed by Larry Unger  

In this episode, I sit down with Tara and Tim Katzman — a real couple from our own Dad Edge community who were standing at the doorstep of divorce and chose to fight for their marriage instead. This is one of the most downloaded episodes in Dad Edge history, and when you hear their story, you'll understand why. Tim was a workaholic consumed by his business, available to clients around the clock while his wife and kids got whatever was left — which was almost nothing. Tara reached a breaking point where leaving felt like the only sane option. She was done. She told him daily she wanted a divorce. And yet something shifted. We dig into what that turning point actually looked like — the flatline-or-mad emotional state Tim was stuck in, the moment Tara came prepared for a fight and got ownership and an apology instead, and how Tim went from never setting a boundary with a client to shutting work off at 4pm and protecting his family time fiercely. Their 18-year-old daughter even noticed — calling out that "dad is out of his people-pleasing era." We also get into what it means to go from doing the right things to actually being a different man — and why that distinction matters more than any tactic or checklist. Tara describes going from keeping mental receipts and bracing for fallout every time she spoke, to fully melting into her husband. Tim describes going from avoiding his wife to not being able to spend enough time with her. If your marriage feels like a checklist, if you're disappearing into work, or if you've already heard the words "I'm not in love with you anymore" — this episode is proof that it is possible to turn it all the way around. Timeline Summary [0:00] Introduction to the Dad Edge mission and the movement to raise leaders of families and communities [1:01] Why this episode is one of the most downloaded in Dad Edge history — and what makes it so real [1:47] Setting the scene: Tim the workaholic, Tara on the verge of walking out, and a marriage running on fumes [3:24] Switching Wednesday Q&As to real stories of wins from men and couples in the community [5:42] Tim and Tara introduce themselves — four kids, a pool business, and a 22-year relationship that started at 16 [7:32] Growing up in divorced households with no blueprint for what a healthy marriage looks like [10:18] The forced house move that made everything worse — and the moment Tara hit her absolute lowest [12:10] What the disconnection really looked like day to day: ships passing in the night, Tim treating family like a bother [13:50] When the kids started getting the same treatment — and why that was Tara's breaking point [17:34] The meditation exercise that shifted Tim's perspective and turned down the volume on work urgency [18:34] Setting boundaries with clients for the first time — and Tara having to tell him to stop ignoring people [19:40] Their 18-year-old daughter notices the change: "Dad's out of his people-pleasing era" [20:52] Tim's side of the story: feeling completely alone while sleeping one foot away from his wife every night [23:58] Tara's plan to leave — and the screaming match that became the turning point [27:47] Tara's honest reaction when Tim said a podcast was going to fix things: she laughed [29:50] The first signs of real change — Tim hearing her, owning his mistakes, and apologizing to the kids [31:33] The difference between covert contracts and genuine ownership — and which one Tim chose [35:42] Tara describes what it feels like to finally be safe enough to bring anything to him without bracing for fallout [37:06] How the relationship has completely transformed — travel, connection, and a bond Tara never believed was possible [39:26] Tim's perspective now: from avoiding conflict to not being able to get enough time with her [41:25] The moment Tara started "melting" — and what it means when a woman can finally drop her defenses [43:17] Masculine and feminine energy — why Tara stepping into her femininity changed the dynamic of everything [45:00] If you could go back and give yourself advice — what Tim and Tara would tell themselves 2-3 years ago [47:56] The difference between doing and being — when the work becomes who you are, not just what you do Five Key Takeaways Disconnection rarely looks like dramatic blowups — it looks like two people sharing a house but not a life, talking only about what has to get done. A real apology combined with real follow-through is more powerful than years of arguing. Ownership without excuses changes everything. When a man becomes the lowest heartbeat in the room — calm, present, and safe — his wife and kids will naturally move toward him. The work you do on yourself doesn't stay contained to one area. When Tim changed, it transformed their marriage, their kids, their business, and their friendship. There is a difference between doing the right things and being a different man. When it becomes your way of being, you stop having to try — it's just who you are. Links & Resources Roommates to Soulmates Cohort & Preview Call: https://thedadedge.com/soulmates The Men's Forge: https://themensforge.com Dad Edge Business Boardroom: https://thedadedge.com/mastermind Episode Link & Resources (Episode 1453): https://thedadedge.com/1453 Closing If there's one message from this episode that stands out, it's this: it is never too late to turn your marriage around — but you have to be willing to truly change, not just try harder. Tara and Tim were 18 years in, kids watching, divorce on the table daily, and they found their way back to something neither of them believed was even possible. Not because life got easier. Because Tim decided to become a different man. If this episode spoke to something you're carrying right now, don't wait. The longer you wait, the more distance builds. Share this with a man who needs to hear it. Because when a man leads well at home, everybody wins. Go out and live legendary.