Phoenix and Flame Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dana Skaggs: podcaster and psychotherapist
Phoenix and Flame is about pushing through and transforming even when you feel like a pile of ash. Are you depressed, anxious, sad, angry, or hopeless and would like to feel content, peaceful, happy, confident, or victorious? This podcast will directly tackle these issues with snarky humor and visual examples for effective life application.
In this episode, Brad Chandler shares his journey of overcoming unresolved childhood trauma. Brad reveals how his subconscious belief of "not being enough" led to two divorces, millions in business losses, and struggles with anxiety and addiction. He explains that these negative behaviors were not flaws, but outdated survival mechanisms created by his brain in childhood. His breakthrough came not from traditional therapy, but through memory reconsolidation—a technique that rewrites the faulty neural pathways driving these actions. By accessing the subconscious mind, he was able to heal the root cause of his pain.
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In this episode of Phoenix and Flame, Dana Skaggs welcomes Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, psychologist, executive coach, and author of The Resilience Plan, to discuss the critical role of mental health and resilience in high-performing professionals. Together, they explore why winging it doesn’t work when it comes to stress, how leaders often overlook their own mental health, and the power of having a personalized, strategic resilience plan. Dr. Pelletier explains how to plan for life’s challenges before they hit and why boundaries, clarity, and mental fitness are key to thriving rather than just surviving. The conversation emphasizes that building resilience is not a sign of weakness; it is essential for long-term success, especially in fast-paced or high-demand environments.
Dr. Pelletier's Linkedin
The Resilience Plan
In this episode of Phoenix and Flame, fitness coach and entrepreneur Petar Krastev shares how he went from arriving in the UK with just 10 Euros in his pocket to building a life grounded in faith, fitness, and entrepreneurship. He opens up about facing homelessness, toxic relationships, and the challenges of supporting a child in his early years—yet still finding the drive to keep moving forward. Petar explains how maintaining a fitness routine gave him strength when everything else was falling apart, and how his faith completely shifted his path, opening unexpected doors in both life and business.
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In this episode of Phoenix and Flame, host Dana Skaggs welcomes happiness coach and co-founder of Limitless You, Yvonne Trost. Together, they explore the powerful journey of personal transformation. Yvonne shares her own inspiring story of overcoming significant life challenges including a devastating apartment fire, a difficult marriage, and a career change before learning to be herself again.
She introduces a transformative three-step framework, emphasizing the crucial role of self-compassion and curiosity in breaking free from limiting beliefs and fears. The discussion continues into the science of neuroplasticity, the power of the imagination, and the importance of shifting from negative "what if" thinking to a more empowering "why not" approach. Lastly, Yvonne provides listeners with practical tools and resources for self-discovery, offering a clear path to unlock their limitless potential and create a more fulfilling life.
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Victoria Pelletier is a highly accomplished corporate executive, board director, and author known as the "Turnaround Queen." She shares her remarkable journey of resilience, rising from a challenging childhood to achieving executive leadership roles by the age of 24 through sheer grit and determination. Along the way, she faced obstacles such as imposter syndrome and navigating bias as a queer woman in corporate environments. Victoria emphasizes the importance of DEI in the workplace and highlights the benefits of creating inclusive environments for all employees. She also offers practical advice on setting boundaries both personally and professionally and finding fulfillment beyond career success.
Victoria's Books
Victoria's LinkedIn
Robert Hunt, also known as “The Accountability Guy,” is the co-author of Nobody Cares Until You Do. In this episode, Robert opens up about his journey—how he dug himself out of deep debt and a victim mindset by leaning into personal accountability. He breaks down the difference between just being responsible and actually owning your actions and outcomes. Along the way, he calls out some common traps we all fall into like blaming others, making excuses, saying “I can’t,” or just waiting around for things to change.
Robert emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, even asking tough questions like, “Am I the common denominator in these conflicts?” He also talks about overcoming shame by separating your self-worth from your performance in work, relationships, or other roles.
Robert's Book
Robert's Linkedin
Winnie Rodgers, a real estate expert and marketing strategist, shares her journey of transformation and resilience. She discusses the importance of listening to one's intuition, navigating personal and professional boundaries, and empowering women in sales and entrepreneurship.
Winnie shares her experiences in the real estate industry, the challenges of maintaining authenticity, and the significance of morning rituals for grounding oneself. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-discovery and the power of community support among women.
Winnie's website
Winnie's Instagram profile
In this enlightening conversation, Mette Reebirk, an author and executive coach, shares her journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship. Mette emphasizes the importance of questioning our thoughts and narratives, understanding the connection between thoughts and emotions, and the power of self-reflection.
She discusses the impact of leadership on personal well-being, the necessity of empathy in relationships, and the challenges of embracing diversity. Mette advocates for mindfulness and living in the moment, encouraging listeners to capture their thoughts and emotions while fostering curiosity and connection with others.
Mette's Linked In page
In this solo episode, Dana Skaggs explores the complexities of setting and defending personal boundaries. She discusses the importance of understanding one's own emotional landscape, the fear of rejection, and the impact of past wounds on current behavior.
Dana emphasizes the need for self-awareness and the role of support systems in navigating these challenges.
Dana's Linked In Page
Dana's website
Marni Battista, an entrepreneur, author, and transformational coach, shares her journey of rebuilding her life and finding meaning after experiencing hardships. She emphasizes the importance of creating a life that aligns with one's values and desires.
Marni also discusses the challenges of dating and the need for self-love and self-worth in the dating process. She provides insights on overcoming comparison despair and finding clarity in one's financial situation.
Marni's approach focuses on inner growth and empowerment to create a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Marni's website
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Marni's book: How to Find a Quality Guy: Without Going on 200 Dates
Marni's book: Becoming Irresistible: How to Effortlessly Have Men Pursue You, Treat You Like a Goddess, and Commit to You for Life
Marni's LATEST book! Your Radical Living Challenge
H. Jackson Calame, a visionary entrepreneur, shares his journey of overcoming challenges and setting boundaries to pursue his passion. He discusses the importance of finding purpose and belonging, as well as the power of saying no.
Jackson emphasizes the need to treat others with respect and care, especially in the business world. He also highlights the value of perseverance and transformation in the face of adversity. Jackson Calame discusses the challenges and doubts that entrepreneurs face on their journey.
Dana and Jackson share personal stories of dealing with external and internal voices of doubt and criticism. They emphasize the importance of self-acceptance and self-love in overcoming these challenges and staying true to one's vision. They also discuss the value of building authentic relationships and connections in business.
https://visionproslive.com
Sarah Jantausch shares her journey of being a high-performing perfectionist and experiencing burnout. She started her career in government and quickly climbed the ladder, always thinking the next promotion would make her happy.
However, she realized that she was designing her entire life and career around the value of achievement, which led to burnout. Sarah emphasizes the importance of values alignment and how feeling stressed, burned out, or stuck can be signs of a mismatch.
She suggests identifying core values, seeking outside perspectives, and running experiments to explore new career paths. Setting boundaries and reframing the stories others have for us are also crucial in making a career change.
Sarah's website
Amita Sharma, co-founder of NourishDoc, shares her personal struggles as a perimenopausal woman in the corporate world and how she is using her experience to help other women. She discusses the lack of awareness and support for women going through perimenopause in the workplace and the need for a holistic approach to wellness.
Amita emphasizes the importance of dietary modifications, lifestyle changes, movement, and mental health in managing perimenopausal symptoms. She also highlights the need for better education and support from the medical community.
NourishDoc is a holistic wellness platform that provides bite-sized information, community support, and access to experts to help women navigate perimenopause and beyond.
Amita's website
Susan Winchester, former chief HR officer, discusses how the workplace can be a laboratory for emotional healing and personal growth. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing how our childhood experiences shape our behavior and relationships in the workplace.
Susan shares her own journey of healing and provides practical strategies for managing workplace conflict and setting boundaries. She introduces the concept of 'bumper car moments' as opportunities for growth and transformation.
Susan's work aims to help individuals unlock their potential and create healthier, more fulfilling work experiences.
Susan's book!
www.healingatwork.com
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Carolyn Swora, a leadership consultant and certified "Dare to Lead" facilitator, shares her journey into trauma-informed leadership. She discusses the importance of understanding the nervous system and how it impacts our ability to be vulnerable and present in the workplace.
Carolyn emphasizes the need to recognize and address emotional wounds and develop a compassionate relationship with our bodies. She encourages listeners to tune into their bodies and listen to the cues and sensations that indicate something is off. By doing so, we can create more capacity to navigate the complexities of our workplaces and lead with authenticity and resilience.
Carolyn's website
Dr. Stephan Neff, a doctor and former patient, shares his personal experiences with trauma, addiction, and mental health. He emphasizes the importance of addressing past traumas and core beliefs that to addictive behaviors.
Dr. Neff discusses the role of substances as coping mechanisms and the need to find healthier ways to deal with emotions. He highlights the power of fear inoculation and the ability to come back stronger after facing and processing fear.
Dr. Neff provides resources for listeners to learn more about functional medicine and his book, 'My Steps to Sobriety.'
Dr. Stephan Neff's website
Kim Mosiman, a nutritionist and author, shares her journey of reclaiming her health and discusses the importance of self-love and body responsibility. She emphasizes the need to prioritize our health and make intentional choices, even in the midst of a busy life.
Kim encourages women to let go of expectations and focus on becoming who they want to be in their second act. She also highlights the significance of communication and setting boundaries in relationships.
Overall, Kim's message promotes self-acceptance, mindfulness, and making positive changes for a healthier and happier life.
Kim's website
Kim's book "Reflections of Joy"
Shelly Starks, CEO of Inline Consulting Services, shares her journey of personal and professional growth, emphasizing the importance of understanding behavioral styles and setting boundaries. She discusses the challenges she faced, including a difficult divorce, her daughter's medical issues, and her own health struggles. Shelly highlights the significance of embracing the journey, facing and feeling the pain, and using it as a tool for personal transformation.
Shelly's website
JJ Flizanes is an empowerment strategist who helps people remove emotional blocks to success and create a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. She believes in activating new parts of the brain and opening up both the emotional and logical sides to create balance and empowerment. JJ emphasizes the importance of moving away from victim mentality and taking responsibility for one's own healing and growth.
JJ's Feelings list
JJ's book
JJ's book
Emanuel Rose, a seasoned marketing expert, shares his journey from personal struggles to professional success, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being and nature in his life. He provides practical tips for setting boundaries and accessing creativity, highlighting the impact of digital culture on mental health.
Emanuel's website
Seth Gehle shares his story of surviving childhood trauma, including abuse and molestation. He discusses the impact of his mother's addiction and abusive behavior, as well as the grooming and abuse he experienced from a man he trusted.
Seth bravely reported his abuser, leading to his arrest and conviction. He highlights the importance of sharing stories and seeking healing, and emphasizes that everyone's story is valid and deserving of attention.
Seth is now a combat veteran, author, and motivational speaker, dedicated to helping others heal and find strength beyond their shadows.
https://sethgehle.com
Jill Sitnick, an award-winning strategic thinker and educator, shares her journey of healing childhood trauma-induced PTSD with psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. She discusses her experiences growing up in an abusive and unstable environment, the isolation and impending doom she felt as a result of her trauma, and the physical manifestations of trauma in the body.
https://thejourneysage.com
Darlene Greene shares her experience of caring for her husband with early Alzheimer's disease. Darlene discusses her previous relationships with narcissists and the impact it had on her health. She also talks about her husband's decline and the various treatments they tried. Darlene then introduces a technology that activated her own stem cells and improved her health. The conversation addresses skepticism and explains why the technology is not widely known. In this conversation, Darlene Greene discusses the power of stem cells and the potential for healing and rejuvenation.
Darlene's website
Andrea Johnson, an executive and founder empowerment coach, shares her journey of overcoming obesity, bulimia, and depression through gastric bypass surgery and personal growth. She emphasizes the importance of understanding oneself and developing a strong sense of identity and purpose. Andrea also discusses the significance of cultural diversity and the need for acceptance and understanding in relationships. She introduces her concept of intentional optimism, which involves embodying attitudes and mindsets such as hope, presence, generosity, kindness, and resilience
Andrea's website
Julie Rose, a radio journalist and host of the podcast Top of Mind, shares her journey of news avoidance and the need for bridging divides in public discourse. She discusses the challenges of engaging in conversations without them turning negative and explores the power of curiosity in fostering productive discussions.
Julie emphasizes the importance of deepening relationships and learning from others, rather than focusing on winning arguments or correcting misinformation. She provides tips for approaching conversations with curiosity, active listening, and humility. In this conversation,
Julie Rose and Dana Skaggs discuss the importance of listening and engaging in uncomfortable conversations. They emphasize the need to ask open-ended questions and genuinely seek to understand others' perspectives.
Julie shares a personal experience of engaging in a conversation with a friend who held different political views, highlighting the power of empathy and curiosity. They discuss the transformative potential of these conversations in building relationships and deepening understanding.
Julie also introduces her podcasts, 'Top of Mind with Julie Rose' and 'Uncomfy,' which explore challenging topics and provide practical guidance for engaging in uncomfortable conversations.
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Have you been exploited or taken advantage of so many times you don't know where you stop and someone else begins? Listen to Birgitta Visser's eclectic life journey and how she was finally able to step into her power and set boundaries.
https://www.powersoulhealing.com
https://a.co/d/9M7MGP5
How is it that women do so much for so many and yet struggle to find their worth? It should be so easy and yet we alway seem to feel as if we're not enough. Not kind enough....not thin enough...not disciplined enough...Listen as January Donovan lays out a map to self-worth!
January's website!
January's book: Redefine Success for Women
Women's Fulfillment Workbook by January Donovan
January's book: This Is The Me I Choose To Be
Win Charles describes her traumatic journey of being born with cerebral palsy, her mother's death, her father's death, experiencing abuse from family members, then rising to compete in an IronMan Triathlon and provide motivational presentations.
Win's website
Win's book
Do you have skepticism regarding religion or spirituality? Have you ever wanted to believe but didn't want to be fooled by exaggerations and misdirection? Listen to Rev. Dr. David Chotka's life journey from decorating Christmas trees at the strip club to becoming a pastor.
www.spiritequip.com
Have you ever wondered how some people are able to break loose from generations of family patterns and abuse? Are you feeling discouraged by those around you and doubt your own potential? Listen to Dr. Cindy Starke's phenomenal journey of intrepid persistence straight through multiple failures, refusing to give up. Education was her ticket to safety and she didn't stop until she has a PhD in molecular genetics and was an internal medicine physician.
https://drcindystarke.com
Dr. Cindy Starke's book
Do you feel victimized by your own anger or perfectionistic expectations? Would you like a practical way to feel peace and gratitude? Listen as Ann Swanson explains mindfulness practices of meditation and how to send messages of "May you be safe; may you be healthy; may you be happy" to yourself and others.
https://meditationForTheRealWorld.com
Ann's book!
Have you ever been in a relationship with a narcissist? It is quite the experience! Do you wonder if you are but aren't sure because of all the gaslighting? Are you second-guessing yourself a lot and blaming yourself for issues they created? Then you definitely want to listen as Nikki LaCroce describes her journey with a wonderfully open, transparent delivery.
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Are you a parent living in fear of "messing up" your child? Do all the "shoulds" have you in a stranglehold? Listen as pediatrician, Dr. Alison Escalante, describes her prescription for the ShouldStorm.
https://sighseestart.com
Dr. Escalante's book
Are you keenly aware of others' moods? Do you struggle to validate your own thoughts and feelings due to threatened rejection and abandonment by others? Have you been told what is acceptable behavior and try your best to please those around you? Listen as Amanda Kate discusses her trauma, resiliency, managing the 5 F's and learning the value of Self-Mastery.
https://amandakate.com.au
How does a 30 yr-old become an entrepreneurial success? Listen as Eric McHugh, president of SHOPX web3 ecommerce, describes his persistent habits of setting boundaries, prioritizing peace, and training his thought life.
https://shopx.co
https://dataing.io
https://www.instagram.com/ericdmchugh/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdouglasmchugh/
https://twitter.com/ericmchugh0
Do you feel tethered to childhood dysfunctional dynamics? Would you like to know who you are without all that baggage? Listen as Lolita Guarin explains how she finally found herself and set liberating boundaries so she could strengthen and grow.
https://beamazingyou.com
Lolita's book on Stress Management for ACOA
Lolita's book on work stress
Is your life script in desperate need of a rewrite? Are you frustrated and irritated with all your life's narratives that seem to keep you in bondage? LIsten as Deanna Moffitt explains how liberation, peace, and strength can be yours by challenging your life "stories."
https://deannamoffitt.com
Do you view your diagnoses as disabilities? Learn how to experience your unique qualities as assets designed to help you thrive! Katherine McCord discusses how neurodiversities should be not only accepted but embraced!
https://kmccordspeaking.com
https://jointheneuroverse.org
Nico Lagan shares his transformational journey from being an addict and drug dealer to living a life of faith while being a fearless champion of strong men. He addresses toxic masculinity and what traits make a "good" man and why.
https://nicolagan.com
Are you frustrated by trying to live your life as defined by others? Have you ever been pushed to the point of suicide or felt totally adrift in the pain of grief? Listen to Portia Booker's story of navigating a toxic work environment followed by her mother's death and how she found grace in her grief.
https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1665929514723s
https://www.instagram.com/portiathegriefgrantor/
https://www.facebook.com/pbookali
https://www.linkedin.com/in/portiabooker/
Do you struggle with people-pleasing? Is it hard for you to say "No?" Listen to Jennifer Schwytzer's story of using boundaries to reduce stress, honor her own opinions, and extend kindness to herself.
https://kindfulnesscoaching.com
Do you feel stuck, discouraged, or hopeless? Listen to Steve Gamlin's experience of losing his job, relationship, home, and financial stability. Find out why his phoenix rides a pogo stick and how he found inspiration and motivation to rise from the ashes.
https://www.SteveGamlin.com
Have you experienced trauma and feel there is no way out? Listen as Marshall Zweig, a survivor of sexual, emotional, and psychological traumas, speaks about his transformational journey through manipulation and gaslighting to forgiveness and love.
https://marshallzweig.com
Do you simultaneously love and hate your body? Have you lost the directions to the Land of Body Positivity? Listen as Rachel Lavin talks about her 3 Pillars of Fitness: Nourishment, Movement, and Rest.
https://rachellavinwellness.com
https://a.co/d/81OfR6t
Dai Manuel shares his journey from obesity and alcohol use struggles to finding resiliency and transformation with his five F's: Fitness, Faith, Family, Finances, and Fun.
https://www.facebook.com/CoachDaiManuel/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/daimanuel/
https://www.instagram.com/daimanuel/
Falyn Morningstar connects the dots between sexual trauma, emotional shut-down, insomnia, fatigue, hair loss, and more! Learn how to shift from disconnection and self-loathing to power and vitality.
https://calendly.com/power-fal/30min
discover@falynmorningstar.com
Are you frustrated with your life and wish you could be more successful? Listen as Lori Saitz describes rising above stress, practicing gratitude, and centering via meditation can elevate your vibration frequency and magnetize success!
https://zenrabbit.com
Were you ever labeled "stupid" or "slow?" Do you know someone who struggled to keep up in school and was subsequently ostracized and called demeaning names? Listen to Lois Letchford's champion journey of helping her son transform from "the worst child ever" to achieving a doctorate!
https://loisletchford.com
Do you feel beaten down, hopeless, or lost? Rebecca Whitman shares her 7 Pillars of Abundance which may help you shift your mindset, make stronger choices, and step into your own power!
https://www.rebeccaelizabethwhitman.com
https://linktr.ee/rebeccawhitman
Blair was fired from a 25-year job after whistleblowing against an abusive situation. After losing his job, income, and identity in one fell swoop, he relied on yoga and meditation to restore his peace, strength, and hope.
https://hicmeditation.com
Susan's journey begins with a toxic family environment and traverses through alcohol abuse, depression, suicidal ideation, and codependency before culminating in her resilient triumph of finally standing in her own victory and value.
https://susangold.us
After Adam Lucero was brutally stabbed in a movie theatre he was reduced to the cognitive level of a four year-old. This is his story of a resilient rise from the ashes and refusal to become a victim.
https://superhumanceo.com
Have you ever thought you weren't going to make it, that you didn't have it in you anymore? Have you been beaten down by life and your own choices? Listen to Dave Albin's honest, transparent, and genuine account of how he went from planning his own death to going on a Tony Robbins' firewalk then being promoted to Firewalk Captain and helping others face their fears for 20 years.
https://firewalkadventures.com
Are you burnt out at your job? Do you feel like something is missing or you lack the passion of your co-workers? Do you wonder if there is something else out there for you? Danielle Sunberg walked away from a successful law practice to embark on a journey of self-discovery and realignment of her life goals.
https://daniellesunberg.com
Atlas of Being by Danielle Sunberg
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
Have you ever punished yourself with food? Do you see food as your enemy, life preserver, or buffer against pain? Do diet plans seem too complicated? Shelley Loving helps clear the fog and encourages us to develop a positive relationship with food and our bodies.
@shelleyloving
https://shelleycanhelp.com
Have you struggled with different views on Christ, religion, and spirituality? Do you hold some resentment for "church hurt" or wonder why you've struggled with forgiveness? In this episode Troy Hadeed shares his wonderful insights including his poignant question re dysfunctional relationships: WHAT is being loved?
https://www.troyhadeed.com
Steven was the second child born to a 15 yr-old mother who put her children on the side of the road and called the police to take them. Thus began a spiral of child abuse, drug abuse, drug trafficking, and decades in prison before Steven gave his life to Christ and turned everything around. This is part two of his amazing story!
JesusSpeaksLLC.com
Steven Snook was the second child born to a 15 yr-old mother who put her children on the side of the road and called the police. This started a spiral into child abuse, drug trafficking and spending decades in prison before Steven gave his life to Christ and put it all on the line. This episode is part one of two.
JesusSpeaksLLC.com
Listen as Melanie describes her journey from addiction and codependency to becoming a life coach and award-winning author!
https://happyjoyousandfree.org/
Martina was diagnosed at age 28 (3 decades ago) with HIV and told she had 5 years to live. This is her story of navigating the stigmata of HIV and the isolation of being a female with HIV. Her memoir, "An Unexpected Life" follows her journey of being marginalized, ignored, and then emotionally abused by a mentally ill husband while trying to foster a teenage daughter.
www.martina-clark.com
Have you ever felt that you don't "fit in?" Do others criticize and judge you? Are you struggling with thoughts of suicide? This episode may help!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/zane-landin-b2417a187
Have you had surgery and feel as if you'll never be the same? Are you over 40 and fighting to stay in shape? Check out this episode!
https://www.over40fitnesshacks.com
If you've lost someone close to you and can't imagine moving forward then this episode is for you! If you have perhaps become confused or jaded about love and wonder if it's even real then this episode is for you!
https://www.kimsorrelle.com
https://www.facebook.com/Kim-Sorrelle-392015434145527
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-langlois-sorrelle-11079523/
https://www.instagram.com/kimsorrelle/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa097sxQXqa9Oafbay9FCiw
https://www.amazon.com/Love-Yearlong-Experiment-Living-Corinthians/dp/0825446740/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1640388089&sr=8-2
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=cry+until+you+laugh+kim+sorrelle&crid=33PTBPU1QIXXV&sprefix=cry+unti%2Caps%2C104&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_8
https://www.loveis.info
Coach Austin Wheeler takes us behind the scenes of youth coaching and how reaching out to the parent can be key to helping the child reach his/her potential.
After being hit head-on by a drunk driver and sustaining a traumatic brain injury, Danielle was amazingly able to recover and heal far beyond her doctors' predictions. Listen to her story!
BrainBodySelf.com/ebook
danielle.teamasea.com
InstaGram: _daniellematthews_
danielle@brainbodyself.com
Do you ever feel lost as if your life has little meaning or direction? Have you wondered if it's possible to be more connected with the presence of God? This episode may help!
https://inhisfootsteps.com
Are you burned out at work or feel you made a wrong turn and ended up in a job you hate? Have you lost hope of ever being excited to go to work? Check out this episode and Debby's wonderful words of wisdom and experience!
Soul Meets Body by Debby Kruszewski
Precious and Fragile Things by Debby Kruszewski
Live to Tell by Debby Kruszewski
https://debbykrusz.com
Are you struggling with a toxic relationship? Do you feel as if you're in an inescapable loop of pathology? Check out this episode!
Out of the FOG into the CLEAR, Journaling to Help You Heal from Toxic Relationships by Shannon Petrovich
Therapist Talks (YouTube channel)
https://therapisttalks.com
Are you tired of being stuck in fear but don't know what to do or how to do it? This episode examines the Apostle Peter and how he was able to walk on water.
Do you feel stuck at your weight, in your job, or with your lot in life? Are you worn out from trying to change and failing? Check out this interview with Joel Evan!
Dorsey Ross tells his story of being born with Apert's Syndrome, struggling with bullying, trying to fit in, and ultimately following God's plan for his life.
www.dorseyrossministries.com
Overcomer by Dorsey Ross
Do you mentally berate yourself? Does your body feel burdened by anxiety and fear? Would you like to emerge anew? This episode may help!
https://thespirituallyaligned.com
Reveal: Embody the True Self Beyond Trauma and Conditioning by Harmony Kwiker
Do you feel as if you have no value and never will? Do you wonder why you are on this planet at all? Listen to and be encouraged by Danielle's story!
Emerging with Wings: A True Story of Lies, Pain, and the LOVE that Heals Danielle Bernock
Because You Matter: How To Take Ownership of Your Life So You Can Really Live Danielle Bernock
https://www.daniellebernock.com
https://victorioussouls.com
Why do women tend to resist "shooting their shot?" In this generation of female empowerment, why arent' more ladies putting it out there and going after what they want? This episode examines why and how to change that dynamic.
Have you or someone you know been victimized by domestic violence? Are you scared and feel alone? Check out this episode!
https://beyourincredibleself.com
Are you trying to accomplish more, rise higher, or expand your horizons and wonder if you have what it takes to cross the finish line? Are you worn out and about to give up? This episode may help!
Have you ever struggled with significant mood swings that cause problems in your relationships or jobs or are you in a relationship with someone who sometimes seems like three people in one? This episode may help!
https://www.sjohnsonauthor.com/
Do you have traumas you don't want to face? Are you reaching for alcohol, sex, or work to numb the pain? This episode may help!
https://www.amazon.com/Look-Lush-Sara-Maya-Webb-ebook/dp/B0BF4N99NZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=19UKN42RKQD70&keywords=look+lush+by+sara+webb&qid=1663256266&sprefix=%2Caps%2C62&sr=8-1
https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/845177-look-lush
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/look-lush-sara-maya-webb/1142196553
https://SaraWebbSays.com
Instagram @SaraWebbSays
Have you ever thought you couldn't go on? Did you feel so overwhelmed you saw no way out? Listen to this episode and how Wendy persevered after having both hands and feet amputated.
https://oneexceptionallife.com
Have you experienced events that scared you or caused you to feel helpless? Did long-term insecurity, sensitivity, or physical ailments follow? This episode may help!
Amanda Love's podcast (and fb page) "Physical Emotional Health Secrets"
Do you feel discontent, hopeless, or stuck? Does it seem like everyone else is moving on but you? Check out this episode and Kevin Palmieri's practical steps to breaking through and leveling up.
https://nextleveluniversity.com
"Don't try to teach a pig to sing. It wastes your time and annoys the pig." --Mark Twain
Are you wasting your time trying to get someone else to change? Check out this episode!
Have you intended to make progress but just never got around to it? Are you afraid of risking too much? Do you want to be successful? This episode may help you!
https://sagemindset.com
Remember that time someone complimented you? Maybe not since it's so rare but if you do I'm sure it still makes your heart warm. Why aren't we more intentional about such a simple but wonderful action? This episode investigates some of our obstacles and how to overcome them so we can participate in making the world a brighter place (it certainly needs it).
Have you wondered if happiness is actually obtainable? Are you tired of feeling blah and humdrum? This episode may help you! Listen and share!!
Full Heart Living: Conversations with the Happiest People I Know by Tom Glaser
https://fullheartliving.com
Have you experienced trauma? Do you feel it is holding your body, mind, or spirit hostage? This episode may help!
https://jenniferpilates.com
Have you or someone you love been struggling with chronic pain for years? Do you feel misunderstood, judged, or discounted? Are you frustrated with the medical community and feel hopeless? This episode may help you find hope, resilience, and effective coping strategies.
aweisser@newoptionsinc.com
Do you feel marginalized, rejected, or afraid to be authentic? Do you crave connection but fear the necessary vulnerability? This episode may help!
https://patternsofpossibility.com/morepossibilities
Do your shoulders feel like concrete? Are you weary of carrying negativity around in your body? This episode may help you find release and empowerment! RISE - Hypnotic Meditation by Mary Welp
risehypnoticmeditation.com
Do you feel as if you can't win, that the cards are stacked so high against you there isn't reason to keep going? Klyn's story may help you gain strength, resilience, and stubborn courage to forge ahead into victory.
I AM - The Untold Story of Success, by Klyn Elsbury
Unstuck Yourself, by Klyn Elsbury
https://www.missklyn.com
Do you feel a disconnect between your internal and external realities? Have you given up hope on feeling joyful? This episode may help you on your journey.
Ah, Food, Why Do You Trouble Me So Much?
Ah, Brain, Why Do You Trouble Me So Much?
Are you and your partner in a communication drought? Have you lost the spark because your conversation is repetitive and boring? This episode may help you see your partner in a brand new light!
bettertopics.com
Have you experienced trauma and no matter what you've tried your body still feels trapped in pain? Do your shoulders feel like concrete? Do you feel unsafe in your own body? This episode may help!
https://pabrinstitute.com
Don't Quit: Stories of Persistence, Courage, and Faith by Amy Novotny
Success Habits of Super Achievers by Amy Novotny
Are you or someone you know struggling with gender identity? Do you feel marginalized, misunderstood, ignored, or judged? This episode may help you find your way.
lesli@postureshift.com
Feb is BOGO for digital seminars ALSO use "Phoenix20" for 20% off Guiding Families expanded and essentials editions!
Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute, discusses the stages of how we can not only survive betrayal but thrive through transformation
https://thepbtinstitute.com
From Hardened to Heal, by Dr. Debi Silber
Trust Again, by Dr. Debi Silber
Rodolfo describes his life-long journey from abandonment, prison-time, homelessness, and suicidal plans to understanding, forgiveness, and peace.
https://rodolfodeangeli.com
https://lifeartists.me
Rodolfo's podcast Life Artists Radio
Is there someone in your life who wants forgiveness (or you want to forgive) but continues to treat you abusively? This episode may help you navigate that jungle.
Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Bible (Matthew 18:21-35)
Listen to Heather describe her experiences of using music as safety from the negative reactions to her blindness, her lifelong struggle with anxiety and depression which culminated in inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, and her transformation into a light for others.
Holding On by Letting Go, by Heather Hutchison
"Where the Ocean Meets the Sand" - CD by Heather Hutchison
This episode breaks down Emotional Freedom Technique into basic, easy-to-follow steps
Carl Rogers' quote
101 Trauma-Informed Interventions by Linda Curran
Healthline.com
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
Listen to Ann Hince describe how she found physical release from the emotional trauma trapped in her body using Emotional Freedom Technique
A Pathway To Insight by Ann Hince
Ann Hince Youtube videos on EFT
Did you relate to what my guest shared about her divorce trauma? This episode unpacks some of my thoughts about relationships and how they sometimes end in divorce.
Are you in an abusive marriage? Do you feel isolated, angry, embarrassed, or ashamed? Listen to my guest's story and know you are not alone.
Love Is A Choice by Drs. Robert Hemfelt, Frank Minirth, Paul Meier, Deborah Newman, and Brian Newman
A House That Grace Built by Stephanie Tucker
Is your to-do list a mile long? Are your neck muscles tight as drums as you strive to finish it? This episode examines how to live a more relaxed and enjoyable life.
Bible, Luke 10: 38-42
Are you pathologically busy? This episode unpacks what may be driving the perpetually kinetic.
Bible - Luke 10: 38-42
Listen to my guest, Erika, tell her story of surviving her husband's suicide.
Life After Suicide: The Survivor's Grief Experience by Terence Barrett, PhD
Suicide - Finding Courage, Comfort, and Community After Unthinkable Loss by Jennifer Ashton, MD
No Time to Say Goodbye by Carla Fine
Life is full of ups and downs, pros and cons, hope and despair. This episode may help you make better choices on your journey.
Do you feel overwhelmed, out of your depth? This episode may help you find purchase and accomplish what you thought was impossible.
Do you feel isolated? Are you connected to groups that don't seem healthy? This episode examines our need to belong and how those groups impact us.
Are you disabled, weakened, or incapacitated by fear? This episode may help you to escape the fear trap.
Jawaharlal Nehru quote
Holy Bible: Joshua 1:9, Psalm 23
Have you ever wondered if you could benefit from therapy? This episode discusses various attitudes and benefits of choosing therapy.
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, page 235
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (2015, Feb) "Racial/Ethnic Differences in Mental Health Service Use among Adults."
Does navigating your social media cause anxiety, aggravation, and confusion? This episode may help you set some healthier boundaries.
Are you in a maddening relationship you dream of escaping? Do you frequently second-guess yourself and feel that you may be going crazy? This episode may help you find your way back to peace and emotional safety.
Charlene Dargay quote from www.Quora.com re gaslighting
www.verywellmind.com
11 Warning Signs of Gaslighting from www.psychologytoday.com
Are you caught in a trap of needing to please others to gain acceptance and approval? This episode may liberate you from that cycle by helping you set healthier boundaries.
Dolly Parton quote
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
Do you feel lost in how to interact with a mentally ill loved one? This episode may give you insight, understanding, and coping skills as you navigate that relationship.
Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
When to Walk Away - Finding Freedom From Toxic People by Gary Thomas
Have you ever felt cynical about religion, irritated with church-goers, or confused about faith? In this episode, the podcaster shares her experience.
Life Issues, Randy Pope, 1994
Have you ever considered trying something new only to be undermined at every step by nagging, critical voices in your mind? This episode may help you learn about your mental "family" and how to manage them more effectively.
Are you burdened by issues you can't or won't face? Have you been avoiding your own feelings? This episode may help you understand the high cost of avoidance.
Are you caught in a web of "What Ifs?" Then this episode may help you detach from needless fear and anxiety.
How to manage stress and become stronger in the process.
The Seed Who Was Afraid to Be Planted by Anthony DeStefano
www.fosteringresilience.com
"Grit" coined by Angela Duckworth
"Antifragility" - Nassim Taleb
Friedrich Nietzche quote
This episode focuses on the power of unprocessed trauma to pull us into the past via triggers which hijack our emotional reactions.
I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn't): Making the Journey From "What Will People Think" to "I Am Enough" by Brene Brown
www.brenebrown.com
Does your life seem stuck in a rut? This episode focuses on why that may be and ways to promote healthy growth.
Do you find yourself rolling around in the past or grinding about the future? This episode focuses on why we do that, why it isn't helpful, and how to stay in the "Now."
Excerpt from How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie (http://www.dale-carnegie.com)
Are you tired of struggling to be "enough?" Is it even possible to be "enough?" This episode examines the concept of "Being Enough."
What are your beliefs? Are you afraid to take a stand because you feel like a rabbit surrounded by wolves? This episode investigates the dynamic and boundaries of people-pleasing and belief declarations.
"All I Really Need To Know I Learned in Kindergarten." --Robert Fulghum
Do your shoulders feel like concrete? Are your RPMs sky-high even though you're in park? Have you lost all hope of being anything other than one big tension ball? Learn how to finally relax and let go using mindfulness strategies that are fast, simple, and effective.
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
How to make a lasting improvement not only in race relations but in accepting and loving those different from us.
References: "First They Came For the Jews" by Martin Niemoller
"I Have A Dream" speech by Martin Luther King, Jr.
Simon Wiesenthal quote, "For evil to flourish, it only requires good men to do nothing."
This episode provides some conversation about how we might go about dealing with this stage of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Is there someone in your life who short-circuits your control panel and makes you feel lost and disoriented? Learn some possible ways to find your way home.
If you're so over this shelter-in-place mandate and about to lose it, here are a few suggestions that may ease your mind.
Tired of other people blaming you for their mess? Are you ready to stop blaming others for yours? Find out how to move forward and get healthy.
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