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In this powerful and heart-opening episode, I sit down with Nicoletta Puccini, founder of Chameleon Breathwork LLC, a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator and somatic healing guide. With over 15 years of experience in therapeutic yoga, somatic modalities, and conscious breathwork, Nicoletta shares how the body stores trauma—and more importantly, how we can safely release it.
We explore how breath and facial release can become daily tools for anyone navigating the impacts of trauma and abuse. Nicoletta’s intuitive, immersive approach meets people exactly where they are, empowering them to activate their inner pharmacy and break free from the limitations trauma places on the body and mind.
Nicoletta also shares her personal story and the vision behind Chameleon Breathwork, now a thriving healing hub in Felton, California. Her mission is simple yet profound: to give people hope through accessible, body-based practices that support deep transformation and everyday healing.
✨ Key Topics Covered:
Why all trauma is stored in the body—and how to begin releasing itThe science and soul of breathwork as a healing modalityWhat facial release is and how it helps calm the nervous systemHow survivors can use breath as a tool for regulation, empowerment, and connectionThe journey of Chameleon Breathwork and building community through healingWhether you're a trauma survivor or simply curious about holistic tools for healing, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that your body holds both the wound and the wisdom to heal it.
🌀 Interested in going deeper?
Nicoletta is also hosting a grief retreat in May, designed to support those navigating loss through breath, movement, and somatic practices. Reach out to her directly to learn more or reserve a spot.
🔗 Learn more about Nicoletta Puccini:
🌐 chameleonbreathwork.com
📸 Instagram: @chameleon_breathwork
📘 Facebook: Chameleon_Breathwork
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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kelly Tallaksen — a board-certified hypnotist, instructor for the National Guild of Hypnotists, president of their Long Island chapter, and holder of both a Doctorate Degree in Metaphysical Hypnosis and a PhD in Holistic Life Counseling. Kelly shares her deep insights into the different levels of consciousness and how the protective mechanisms of the mind, while well-intentioned, can often keep us stuck in cycles of limitation.
Drawing from her extensive training in holistic psychology, parts therapy, HeartMath™, shadow coaching, and generational trauma work, Kelly explains how internal conflicts between the subconscious and conscious mind arise, and more importantly, how we can resolve them to step into our higher awareness. We explore the healing power of understanding the mind’s protective parts, and how reconnecting to our divine consciousness allows for true freedom and transformation.
Kelly also touches on her work as a three-time published author, her upcoming short film project about generational trauma, and how her personal journey continues to inspire her mission to help others heal the pain of the past.
If you’ve ever felt like you're stuck in old patterns or curious about how deeper levels of the mind influence your daily life, you won't want to miss this heart-opening conversation!
Connect with Kelly Tallaksen:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-tallaksen-phd-3346aa19b/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hearts_in_harmony_hypnosis/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kellytallaksen
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In this empowering follow-up to my conversation with Dr. Michelle Montero, we dive deep into the intimate connection between healthy boundaries and living as your truest, most authentic self. So many of us—especially adult children of dysfunction—grew up learning to shape-shift, people-please, and suppress our needs just to survive. But here’s the truth: boundaries aren’t walls—they’re bridges. They connect us back to who we really are beneath the masks.
I’m unpacking:
Why honoring your "no" is essential to discovering your "yes"The biggest myths we’ve internalized about setting boundaries (especially in family systems)How boundaries act as daily declarations of self-worthA three-step process to begin aligning your boundaries with your valuesHow reclaiming your space helps you show up more fully in every area of lifeIf you’ve ever struggled to speak up, felt guilty for needing space, or feared you’d lose love by being honest—this episode is your permission slip to reclaim your truth.
I would love for you to join me in my FREE seminar, "Awakening Your Authentic Self" where we talk about boundaries. This seminar happens every Wednesday at 1:00 pm.
Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
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In this powerful and insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Michelle Montero, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Alchemy Performance Consulting, LLC. Based in Chicago, Dr. Montero brings a unique blend of expertise in both clinical and sports psychology, specializing in trauma-informed care, athlete mental health, performance enhancement, and emotional intelligence.
While her professional background is rich and multifaceted—spanning work with at-risk youth, elder care, and elite athletes—this conversation zooms in on boundaries: what they are, why they matter, and how they play a vital role in healing, high performance, and everyday resilience.
We explore how boundaries serve as a foundation for emotional well-being, especially in high-stress environments where identity, trauma, and performance pressures collide. Dr. Montero shares how she helps individuals—particularly athletes and professionals—navigate injury recovery, life transitions, and career challenges while maintaining a sense of self and psychological safety.
We also touch on her advocacy for gender-based violence prevention and gender-affirming care, and how those efforts connect to creating safe, inclusive spaces where boundaries can be both respected and reinforced.
Tune in to learn how setting healthy limits is not about keeping people out—it’s about letting the right things in. 💬
🔗 Learn more about Dr. Montero: www.alchemyperformanceconsulting.com
🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: Dr. Michelle Montero
Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
🎯 Work With Me – 1:1 Coaching, Group Programs, and Support
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In this empowering follow-up to my interview with George Haymaker, we dive even deeper into the science—and hope—of neuroplasticity. If you’re an Adult Child of an Alcoholic or grew up in any kind of dysfunctional environment, this episode is your reminder that you are not broken—you’re wired for survival. And the beautiful news? You can rewire those survival patterns into pathways of healing and self-trust.
We unpack how the brain forms habits through a loop of stimulus → response → reward, and how the mind will always seek out what feels familiar, not necessarily what’s healthy. Drawing from the work of experts like Dr. Tracey Marks, we explore why breaking old emotional habits isn’t about "just stopping”—it’s about replacing them with something better.
You’ll walk away with five simple, science-backed strategies you can start using today to gently reshape your emotional and behavioral patterns—no guilt, no overwhelm, just small intentional shifts that build over time.
🧠 Highlights include:
Why your brain resists change—and how to outsmart it with compassionThe truth about emotional reflexes (and how to rewire them)5 easy neuroplasticity tools to help you break free from limiting beliefsHow to create new emotional reward loops that support healing and joyOne empowering reframe to stop “rescuing” and start supporting (without self-abandoning)✨ Plus, I share personal insights and tips tailored specifically for the ACOA journey, because healing looks different when you’ve been the peacekeeper, fixer, or invisible child.
This episode is your invitation to start reshaping the stories you’ve been living out unconsciously. Because your brain really is Play-Doh—and you get to be the sculptor now.
Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
🎯 Work With Me – 1:1 Coaching, Group Programs, and Support
If you're ready to dig deeper into healing, boundaries, and stepping into your next chapter, I’d love to walk alongside you.
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In this episode, we’re joined by George Haymaker — a certified neuroconstructionist coach, neuroeducator, and former entrepreneur with a powerful story of transformation. After building and leading several successful companies over three decades, George found himself battling a life-threatening addiction to alcohol and opioids. At his lowest point in 2013, he was consuming up to 50 Vicodin and two bottles of vodka per day. That crisis became the turning point that led him into rehab, recovery, and ultimately, a life devoted to helping others.
George shares how growing up in an unsettling environment led to anxiety, low self-esteem, and the need to self-medicate—patterns that followed him into adulthood. But his path of self-discovery didn’t stop at recovery; it took a deep dive into the science of change. Fascinated by neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to rewire itself—George became passionate about understanding how mental and behavioral patterns form and, more importantly, how they can be transformed.
Today, he helps individuals become “unstuck” from old habits and limiting beliefs by teaching them how to direct the natural change that’s already happening in their brains. His approach combines neuroscience with lived experience, empowering people to rewrite their inner narrative and achieve greater success in every area of their lives.
This conversation is all about what’s truly possible when we stop being passengers to our past and start taking the wheel of our own transformation.
Connect with George:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/georgehaymaker
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What if you could shift from chaos to calm in just a few seconds? In this powerful and energizing episode, Tif Loeffler joins us to explore the magic of micro-moments—those tiny shifts that pull us out of stress and into presence. Whether it's practicing a focused gaze that leads to a spontaneous yawn (and a nervous system reset), or choosing to celebrate who you are right now, Tif reminds us that you do have a choice—even when it feels like you don’t.
This episode isn’t about pretending stress doesn’t exist. It’s about learning how to move through it with intention. Tif shares how consistent, conscious practices can help you literally rewire your daily experience. And the best part? These tools are simple, powerful, and immediately accessible—like looking left or right for a moment of nervous system magic.
Together, we unpack:
Why savoring joyful moments expands your capacity to handle hard onesHow stress steals from your business, your body, and your joy—and what to do about itThe myth of "nothing I can do" and how to reclaim your powerWhat happens when we stop pathologizing being humanHow dysfunction in any form wires your brain—but healing can, tooIf you're an entrepreneur who’s ready to stop letting stress run the show and start celebrating who you are—today—this episode is your invitation. Because less stress doesn’t just feel better. It gets things done.
To reach out to TIf, you can reach her at : [email protected]
https://www.tifloeffler.com/
Let’s connect and up level the quality of your thoughts now- no matter what’s going on- you can get business things done and still have some fun!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tif-loeffler
https://www.instagram.com/tifloeffler/
Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
🎯 Work With Me – 1:1 Coaching, Group Programs, and Support
If you're ready to dig deeper into healing, boundaries, and stepping into your next chapter, I’d love to walk alongside you.
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In this solo episode, I’m diving into something that hits close to home—the struggle so many of us face when it comes to allowing ourselves joy, fun, and creative expression. If you grew up in a household shaped by alcoholism or dysfunction, you may have learned early on that survival came first—and playfulness, imagination, and lightheartedness often took a backseat.
Following my beautiful conversation with Patricia O’Brien about the magic of intention and creative living, I wanted to explore why this kind of expression can feel so hard for us—and also, why it’s so important.
I share from my own experience and offer insight into how reconnecting with creativity isn’t just about art—it’s about reclaiming your voice, your joy, and your right to fully live. Whether it’s through movement, music, laughter, or simply making space for fun, these moments become a bridge back to ourselves.
This episode is an invitation to loosen the grip of perfectionism and rediscover the healing power of joy—because you truly deserve it.
💫 Ready to go deeper? Grab my free course, Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child’s Emotional Freedom Blueprint, at www.tammyvincent.com/course.
✨ Or book a free confidence call with me and let's talk about your next steps: https://calendly.com/tammyvincent/confidencecall
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In this heart-centered conversation, Patricia O’Brien invites us to explore the deep magic of intention and creative expression as pathways to reclaiming personal sovereignty. Blending coaching, science, and mysticism, Patricia reveals how art—in all its forms—is not just a form of expression, but a powerful means of communication that unlocks healing, reflection, innovation, and spiritual connection.
Patricia encourages us to live with deliberate choice, using creativity as a compass to reconnect with ourselves and the world around us. Whether it's painting, music, movement, or mindful moments, she shows how art becomes a mirror, a bridge, and a breakthrough for those on the path of self-discovery and soul-led living.
With a deep passion for mental health, nutrition, and energetic awareness, Patricia’s work is a beautiful reminder that we are not separate from the energies of the earth, each other, or our own divine potential. From thought leaders to struggling artists, this episode is a call to awaken the artist within—and live a life of purpose, beauty, and true connection.
You can find out more about Patricia and what she does at Www.asktheartangel.com
Patricia O'Brien
Health Educator | Artist | Futurist
AskTheArtAngel.com
347-391-5515
Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
🎯 Work With Me – 1:1 Coaching, Group Programs, and Support
If you're ready to dig deeper into healing, boundaries, and stepping into your next chapter, I’d love to walk alongside you.
👉 Learn more: www.tammyvincent.com
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For more healing tools, short trainings, and inspiration, be sure to visit my YouTube channel.👉 Adult Child of Dysfunction YouTube Channel
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Are you looking for a speaker to inspire and empower your group on healing, personal growth, and setting boundaries? I'd love to collaborate with you!
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In this enlightening episode, Mayim Vega, a former NASA Computer Scientist turned Holistic Healer, shares her inspiring journey from the tech world to holistic health. After facing a personal health crisis that traditional medicine couldn't resolve, Mayim founded Arukah.com - The Holistic Life Academy in 2009 to help others unleash their inner healers.
Mayim's work empowers doctors, nurses, and medical professionals, as well as individuals without medical backgrounds, to become confident and effective holistic healers through naturopathic herbalism, holistic life coaching, and online business and marketing. Her unique blend of scientific expertise, holistic methods, and faith in the Creator & Great Physician guides others toward transformative health and wellness.
In 2021, Mayim created the Arukah Holistic Healer Certification program, offering individuals the tools and knowledge to heal themselves and their communities.
To connect with Mayim and learn more about her work, visit:
MayimVega.com: https://www.MayimVega.comArukah.com: https://www.Arukah.comYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/arukahSpotify Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arukahLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayimvegaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mayimvegaX (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/arukahInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arukahHey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
🎯 Work With Me – 1:1 Coaching, Group Programs, and Support
If you're ready to dig deeper into healing, boundaries, and stepping into your next chapter, I’d love to walk alongside you.
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In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by writer, speaker, and paraeducator Michelle Steiner, who shares her powerful story of resilience and determination while living with an invisible disability. Diagnosed with a learning disability in kindergarten, Michelle faced academic and social struggles early on—and was often told what she couldn’t do.
But Michelle refused to let the limitations others placed on her define her future.
Against the odds, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Community Programming from Slippery Rock University, became a published writer, and now works with students with disabilities—offering the kind of support she once needed herself. Her writing has appeared in The Mighty, Non-Verbal Learning Project, Dyscalculia Blog, The Reluctant Spoonie, Kalopina Collective, Imagine the World as One Magazine, and Word Gathering, where her photography has also been featured.
💬 Michelle’s story is a powerful reminder that with hope, perseverance, and the right support, we can bloom through adversity.
🔗 Connect with Michelle Steiner:
🌐 Website: www.mrsmichellesmission.com
📘 Facebook: Michelle Steiner's Profile
📸 Instagram: @steiner7250
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In this powerful episode, we welcome Elicia Ybarra, a women’s self-defense instructor, lifelong martial artist, and fierce advocate for survivors of abuse. Elicia shares her deeply personal journey of growing up in a dysfunctional environment, seeking refuge in martial arts, and later facing exploitation within that very space.
Rather than letting these experiences define her, Elicia reclaimed her power—unlearning harmful patterns, setting firm boundaries, and using her voice to uplift others. Through her business, Empower & Defend Women’s Self-Defense, she now teaches women not only how to physically protect themselves but also how to build confidence, recognize red flags, and stand strong in their worth.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt disempowered or disconnected from their strength. Elicia reminds us that healing is possible, and that with the right tools and mindset, we can transform pain into power.
Topics Covered:
Breaking free from dysfunction and abuseHealing from exploitation within the martial arts worldPractical self-defense as a tool for empowermentThe role of boundaries and confidence in emotional protectionElicia’s mission to help women reclaim their powerConnect with Elicia Ybarra:
🌐 Website: www.prettyhandshardpunches.com
📱 Instagram: @prettyhandshardpunches
📘 Facebook: Pretty Hands Hard Punches
💼 LinkedIn: Elicia Ybarra
▶️ YouTube: @PrettyHandsHardPunches
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Maura Casey, an award-winning journalist with a four-decade career writing opinion for major newspapers—including The New York Times—joins us to share her powerful story of survival, sobriety, and healing from growing up in an alcoholic home. The first in her family to get sober, Maura has maintained her sobriety for 39 years, despite the chaos of her father’s drinking and the deep impact of her sister Ellen’s life-threatening illness.
In this episode, Maura discusses her upcoming book, Saving Ellen: A Memoir of Hope and Recovery (Skyhorse Publishing, April 1, 2025), which details her family’s journey through her sister Ellen’s kidney disease, her mother’s determination to donate a kidney in the 1960s, and the immense stress that came with her father’s alcoholism. She shares how Ellen was one of only two living donor transplants in Buffalo that year due to the lack of advanced medical technology, and how she conducted in-depth research, speaking with Ellen’s doctor, Mary Hawking, and her mother’s friends, to piece together this powerful story.
Beyond the family’s struggles, Maura’s memoir also explores broader family dynamics, the challenges of setting boundaries with loved ones who threaten sobriety, and her personal journey of healing. She reflects on the resilience it took to break free from dysfunction and the hope that recovery offers. If we’re on camera, she’ll even show us the stacks of diaries she used to write her memoir!
Connect with Maura Casey:
🔹 Website: www.caseyink.com
🔹 Substack: Casey’s Catch
🔹 Bluesky: @mauracasey.bsky.social
Check out her new book here: https://www.amazon.com/Saving-Ellen-Memoir-Hope-Recovery/dp/1510780777
Tune in for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about breaking free from dysfunction, reclaiming your life, and finding hope in sobriety.
Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
🎯 Work With Me – 1:1 Coaching, Group Programs, and Support
If you're ready to dig deeper into healing, boundaries, and stepping into your next chapter, I’d love to walk alongside you.
👉 Learn more: www.tammyvincent.com
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For more healing tools, short trainings, and inspiration, be sure to visit my YouTube channel.👉 Adult Child of Dysfunction YouTube Channel
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In this inspiring episode, we welcome Alison Perry-Davies, a bestselling author, podcast host, and art and sound healing practitioner. With over 40 years of experience supporting individuals and families, Alison has dedicated her career to fostering creativity, empathy, and resilience in others. Her work spans across writing, music therapy, and disability support, where she has served as a support worker, case manager, and music therapy practitioner, bringing compassion and insight to every role.
Alison’s passion for helping others thrive is evident in her work, whether through her books, children's stories, or healing practices. She seamlessly integrates creativity and well-being, offering guidance on how art and sound can be used as tools for healing and personal growth.
In this episode, we discuss Alison’s latest project: the first book in her upcoming children's collection, The Don't Be Scared, Be Prepared Collection. The debut book, Look Around and Ground with Ginger and the Fun Bunch, aims to teach young readers valuable mindfulness and grounding techniques in a fun and engaging way. Alison shares the inspiration behind this series and how it can empower children to navigate their emotions with confidence.
Beyond her work in children’s literature, Alison is also an accomplished writer of other books and continues to explore new ways to bring healing through storytelling and creative expression. Throughout our conversation, we dive into how her background in music therapy, sound healing, and creative arts has shaped her journey, and how these elements play a role in her mission to help others heal and grow.
Join us for an enriching discussion on the power of creativity, the importance of emotional resilience, and the impact of storytelling on mental and emotional well-being. Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone looking for innovative ways to enhance personal growth, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.
Connect with Alison Perry-Davies:Website: https://aliwayart.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aliwayart7385Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliwayart/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliwayart/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-perry-davies-5a162921/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aliwayartDon’t miss this uplifting episode as we explore the intersection of creativity, healing, and personal growth with Alison Perry-Davies!
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In this inspiring episode of Adult Child of Dysfunction: Thriving After Chaos, I sit down with the incredible Kellina Powell, a dynamic deaf coach, international speaker, best-selling author, and passionate advocate for the deaf and disability communities. Growing up deaf since the age of four, Kellina faced many challenges—but she refused to let them define her. Instead, she transformed adversity into opportunity, becoming a mentor and mental health coach dedicated to helping young adults with disabilities achieve their dreams.
We dive into Kellina’s powerful journey of resilience, healing, and empowerment. She shares how she overcame obstacles, the importance of advocacy and inclusion, and why embracing your unique story can unlock your true potential. If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, limiting beliefs, or societal barriers, this episode is a must-listen!
Connect with Kellina Powell:🌐 Website: www.kellinaempowerment.com
📍 LinkedIn: Kellina Powell
📸 Instagram: @deafqueenboss
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🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
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In this powerful episode, Tammy Vincent welcomes visionary healer and bestselling author Jen Araya Peters to discuss the transformative power of inner child healing. Jen shares her deeply personal journey from childhood trauma and emotional wounds to becoming a global leader in trauma healing. With over 12,000 hours of guiding clients and 5,500+ facilitated sessions, Jen has helped thousands reclaim their lives from emotional abuse, codependency, and childhood trauma.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How childhood trauma shapes our adult lives, especially romantic relationships.Why we often repeat relationship patterns from our past, even when we don’t want to.The three most important steps to breaking free from codependency.How to recognize signs of healing and progress in your journey.The role of inner child work in overcoming dysfunctional family patterns like addiction, narcissism, and codependency.Jen’s experience overcoming abandonment, abuse, and addiction to create a thriving life.How her global healing community of 129K+ is transforming lives worldwide.
About Jen Araya Peters:Jen is the author of the #1 bestselling book Coming Home: The Path to Healing Your Inner Child, which has touched thousands worldwide. She is the founder of a massive healing movement dedicated to making trauma recovery accessible to all.
Connect with Jen:📖 Coming Home: The Path to Healing Your Inner Child – Get the Book
📲 Instagram: @jenpeters_soulguide_healer
📧 Email: [email protected]🌍 Website: www.jen-peters.com
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🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
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In this powerful episode of Permission to Shine, we welcome Sherisse Bisram, MA—a dynamic force in women's empowerment. With a master’s degree and a deep well of personal experience, Sherisse specializes in igniting inner wildfires and fostering fierce self-love. Having spent 11 years as a professional dancer, she understands the power of embodiment and movement in personal transformation.
Sherisse’s unique methodology, born from overcoming her own adversities, guides women through radical self-evolution using innovative, holistic approaches. Her mission? To lead women out of darkness and into their own light, providing actionable strategies for lasting mental well-being and authentic empowerment. In this episode, we explore overcoming challenges, reclaiming personal power, and how childhood experiences shape our paths.
🔗 Connect with Sherisse & Learn More:
🎙 Podcast: Permission to Shine – Listen Here
🚀 Free Workshop: Become The Iconic Leader – Join Here
📝 Blog & Resources – Read More
🌟 Self-Study Course: Permission to Shine – Start Here
📲 Follow Sherisse on Socials – @sherisse_bisram on all platforms
Tune in and be inspired to step into your own power! 🚀✨
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🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
🎯 Work With Me – 1:1 Coaching, Group Programs, and Support
If you're ready to dig deeper into healing, boundaries, and stepping into your next chapter, I’d love to walk alongside you.
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🌟 Book Me as a Speaker for Your Event
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In this episode, Lee S. Varon, LICSW, a social worker, writer, and author of My Brother is Not a Monster: A Story of Addiction and Recovery and A Kids Book About Overdose, joins us to discuss the impact of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) on siblings, especially those who do not struggle with addiction themselves. Lee shares her personal experiences growing up with a family member who had SUD and how it shaped her approach to working with families impacted by addiction.
Lee’s conversation highlights the important yet often overlooked topic of how SUD affects everyone in the family, especially young children and siblings who are left to navigate the chaos. She emphasizes the importance of open communication, setting aside time for children without SUD, encouraging their individual pursuits, and ensuring they have support and a space to share their concerns. Lee also offers practical advice on how parents can create balance in the home and provide a safe, supportive environment for all their children.
Key Takeaways:
Clear Communication: Explain the family situation to children in age-appropriate terms, being open about what’s happening without shying away from difficult conversations.Make Time for Children Without SUD: Despite the focus on addiction, it's essential to carve out moments to spend with children who are not struggling with SUD to ensure they feel seen and heard.Encourage Individual Pursuits: Support hobbies, goals, and interests outside of the addiction dynamic to help children feel empowered and valued.Listen and Support: Actively listen to children’s concerns, both about their sibling with SUD and their own lives. Ensure therapy or support groups are available to them for processing emotions.Lee's work continues to help families affected by SUD, and her books serve as a valuable resource for facilitating tough conversations.
Follow Lee on social media:
Twitter: @leesvaron
Instagram: @leesvaron
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🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Tywanah Evette, a fourth-generation intuitive healer, psychic medium, and the founder of Black Butterfly Goddess. Her story is one of profound resilience, transformation, and spiritual awakening. From enduring childhood trauma and surviving two near-fatal car accidents to overcoming the psychological warfare of a covert narcissist, Tywanah’s journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit.
Despite facing unimaginable darkness, she reclaimed her divine power, embracing her ancestral gifts to guide others on their healing journeys. Tywanah shares how she helps individuals awaken their sixth sense, develop intuitive abilities, and break free from trauma through soul-aligned practices and energy protection techniques.
Join us as we explore her incredible story, the power of intuition, and how we can all step into our authentic spiritual selves—proving that even in our darkest moments, the soul’s light never fades.
Connect with Tywanah Evette:🔗 LinkedIn: Black Butterfly Goddess
🔗 Facebook: Black Butterfly Goddess
🔗 Instagram: @blackbutterflygoddess
🔗 Twitter/X: @BBGoddess888
🔗 YouTube Channel: Black Butterfly Goddess
🔗 TikTok: @blackbutterflygoddess
📖 Get her book – "Divine Synchronicity": Order Here
Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
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In this episode, I explore the heartbreaking and often silent epidemic of suicide, a topic that impacts millions of people worldwide. I build on insights from previous episodes with Earnest James and Dana K. to discuss the rising suicide rates and the critical role we all play in recognizing when someone we love might be struggling.
You’ll learn about the alarming statistics, especially among young people, and why suicide continues to be a silent epidemic. I dive into how depression distorts reality for many, preventing them from recognizing their own pain or seeking the help they need. Through this conversation, I provide tangible advice on how to support someone in crisis, highlighting verbal, behavioral, and physical cues that indicate someone might be experiencing suicidal thoughts.
What will you learn in this episode?
Suicide statistics: The latest data on suicide rates and attempts, including concerning increases among young children and adolescents.Why suicide is a silent epidemic: I discuss how stigma, fear of burdening others, and a lack of understanding around mental health contribute to the silence surrounding suicide.How depression distorts reality: I explain how severe depression can affect one’s ability to recognize their pain and how it can make seeking help feel impossible.Signs someone may be struggling: I talk about the physical, behavioral, and verbal cues that could indicate a loved one is in crisis.What to say and do: Practical advice on what you can say and do to support someone who is struggling with suicidal thoughts. I also highlight what you should avoid saying and the importance of creating a safe, open environment.What to do if someone is in immediate danger: Clear steps on how to handle a situation if you believe someone is at risk of harming themselves.The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs early, understanding the effects of depression, and knowing how to respond in a way that can help guide someone toward professional support and healing.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!
🆓 Signature Course – Trials to Triumph: An Adult Child's Emotional Freedom Blueprint
This course is designed to help you unpack the past, embrace your truth, and build emotional freedom—without overwhelm.
👉 Start here: www.tammyvincent.com/course
🎯 Work With Me – 1:1 Coaching, Group Programs, and Support
If you're ready to dig deeper into healing, boundaries, and stepping into your next chapter, I’d love to walk alongside you.
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