Episodes
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Growing up in a home impacted by addiction changes you in ways you often don't recognize until adulthood.
The people pleasing. The hypervigilance. The fear of speaking up. The feeling that you have to hold everything together.
In this replayed conversation, I sit down with author Jody Lamb as she shares what it was like growing up with an alcoholic mother and the journey of healing that followed. Together, we explore the lasting impact of childhood dysfunction, the power of community, and why sharing our stories can become one of the most healing things we ever do.
Whether you're an adult child of addiction, love someone who struggles, or are working to break generational patterns for your own family, this conversation is a reminder that your past may shape you, but it doesn't have to define you.
In this episode, we explore:
Growing up as an adult child of alcoholism and its lasting impactWhy telling your story can be a powerful part of healingLearning to set boundaries without guiltThe role community plays in recovery and growthReleasing shame and understanding addiction isn't your faultSmall daily choices that support long term healingBreaking generational cycles for yourself and future generationsFinding your voice after years of staying quietHealing isn't about pretending the past didn't happen. It's about understanding it, learning from it, and choosing a different path forward.
Connect with Jody Here:
🔗 https://www.jodylamb.com/
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/jodylamb
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/jodymlamb
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Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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Divorce isn't just the end of a relationship. For many people, it's the loss of an identity, a future they imagined, and the version of themselves they thought they were supposed to be.
In this replayed conversation, I sit down with Jeff Kolez to talk about what happens after everything changes. We explore grief, rebuilding your sense of self, emotional resilience, and why vulnerability is one of the greatest strengths we can develop, especially for men who have often been taught to carry their struggles in silence.
Whether you've experienced divorce yourself, are navigating a major life transition, or simply find yourself wondering, "Who am I now?", this conversation is an honest reminder that healing isn't about becoming who you were before. It's about discovering who you're becoming next.
In this episode, we explore:
Why divorce often feels like an identity crisisThe grief that comes with letting go of the life you expectedWhy emotional intelligence is a skill worth developingHow relationships reflect the parts of ourselves that still need healingThe importance of vulnerability and asking for supportTeaching resilience by modeling it for our childrenTaking ownership of your healing without carrying shameRebuilding confidence and creating a meaningful next chapterThis is a conversation about loss, growth, and the courage it takes to begin again. If you're in a season of transition, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the hardest endings become the beginning of the life you were meant to build.
Connect with Jeff:
🔗 Website: https://jeffkolez.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffkolez/
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Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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Missing episodes?
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100 episodes.
Honestly...we're still a little shocked.
For this milestone episode, Shannon and I decided to skip the "look how far we've come" speech and instead have the conversation we've actually been having lately.
The things we simply don't have the energy for anymore.
From people pleasing, one sided friendships and chasing unrealistic beauty standards to uncomfortable bras, winter driving and explaining ourselves...nothing was off limits.
But this episode isn't just about what we're leaving behind.
It's about what we've discovered actually matters.
Peace.
Connection.
Kindness.
Boundaries.
Being present.
Finding your people.
Learning to listen.
Choosing yourself without guilt.Somewhere along the way, we realized that growing older isn't about becoming less...
It's about becoming more yourself.
Thank you for being part of these first 100 episodes. Whether you've listened from the beginning or just found Becoming Sound recently, we're incredibly grateful you're here.
Here's to the next 100.
In this episode we talk about:
Celebrating 100 episodes of Becoming SoundWhy our tolerance for drama gets lower with ageLetting go of people pleasing and over explainingOne sided friendships and learning when to walk awayWhy authenticity becomes more important than approvalThe beauty of slowing down and being fully presentWhat actually matters most in this season of lifeGratitude, growth and what this podcast has taught usResources we talked about:
https://poppyseedsoapco.ca/
https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/peaceful-warrior
Connect with Us
If this episode resonated with you, We’d love to hear from you.
Please subscribe, leave a review and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder that life gets lighter when we stop carrying what was never ours to begin with.
And if you're local to the Edmonton, Spruce Grove or Stony Plain area, come join us at Unfiltered AF, where we create space for real conversations, real growth and real connection. You’ll find the event details Here
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Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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In this solo episode of Becoming Sound, Krista reflects on powerful questions that emerged from the May Unfiltered AF mental health event. Drawing from her personal experience of loving a child through addiction, she shares honest insights about people pleasing, control, guilt, boundaries, and what it really means to come home to yourself after years of survival mode.
Krista explores the difference between helping and enabling, why so many of us become fixers and rescuers, and how self abandonment often happens so gradually that we don't even notice it. She also shares the lessons that changed her life as a parent, including the importance of support groups, self awareness, boundaries, and learning to care for yourself without guilt.
If you've ever felt responsible for someone else's choices, struggled with people pleasing, or wondered how to support a loved one without losing yourself in the process, this conversation is for you.
5 Key Takeaways
Helping and enabling are not the same thing.Guilt and shame thrive in isolation.Self abandonment rarely happens all at once.Boundaries are an act of love.Recovery isn't just for the person struggling.Resources Mentioned
Al-Anon Family Groups
Support for anyone affected by someone else's drinking or substance use.
Al-Anon Family Groups Official Website
PEP Society (Parents Empowering Parents)
A Canadian organization supporting families impacted by substance use and addiction.
PEP Society of Alberta
Brandi Mac
Recovery advocate, speaker, and author of Do What You Can Live With.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_original_brandi_mac/
Website: Brandi Mac Official Website
Connect with Krista
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft
Follow along for conversations about addiction, recovery, boundaries, self trust, mental health, and becoming the most authentic version of yourself.
If This Episode Resonated With You...
Please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who may need to hear it. Every conversation helps break the silence around addiction, mental health, and healing.
Because none of us were meant to carry it all alone. 💛
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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What happens when men are finally given permission to talk about what they're really carrying?
In this bonus solo episode, Krista reflects on a powerful Unfiltered AF event focused on men's mental health and the hidden emotional weight many men carry every day. After hearing stories of vulnerability, struggle, pressure, and resilience, she shares the lessons that stayed with her and how we can all become better listeners.
This episode is a reminder that sometimes people don't need advice. They need space. They need curiosity. They need someone willing to stay in the silence long enough for the truth to emerge.
If you have a man in your life, or if you've ever felt unseen yourself, this conversation is for you.
If this resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need to hear it.
Key Takeaways
Why vulnerability is often contagious and how one person's courage can create permission for others.The hidden pressures many men carry as providers, protectors, and problem solvers.The difference between listening to fix and listening to understand.Questions that create meaningful conversations instead of surface-level answers.Why presence, patience, and compassion can be more powerful than solutions.Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 Unfiltered AF: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredafvoices/
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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What if the stories you've been carrying for decades were never really yours to begin with?
In this powerful conversation, Krista sits down with resilience coach, author, and trauma survivor Terri Kozlowski to explore how childhood wounds, fear, and limiting beliefs can quietly shape our lives long into adulthood.
Terri shares her personal story of surviving childhood trauma, living through years of fear-based decision making, and ultimately discovering what it means to live authentically. Together, they discuss how trauma lives in the body, why so many women struggle with worthiness, and how learning to pause can change everything.
This episode is a reminder that healing isn't about becoming someone new. It's about coming home to who you've always been.
In This Episode We Discuss:
• How childhood trauma can influence adult relationships and parenting
• The connection between fear, people pleasing, and giving away your power
• Why authenticity feels so scary and why it's worth pursuing anyway
• How triggers reveal wounds that still need healing
• The difference between reacting from fear and responding from love
• Why worthiness has nothing to do with productivity
• How to quiet the ego and reconnect with your true selfConnect with Terri
https://linktr.ee/TerriKozlowski
Books:
Raven Transcending FearSoul Solutions for Awakening AwarenessConnect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
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👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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What if the reason you keep attracting the wrong relationships has less to do with dating... and more to do with the relationship you have with yourself?
In this episode, Krista sits down with dating and relationship coach Lilli Bewley to explore the deeper patterns that influence love, connection, boundaries, self-worth, and emotional healing. What begins as a conversation about dating quickly becomes a much bigger discussion about identity, self-abandonment, childhood conditioning, attachment patterns, and learning to trust yourself again.
Lilli shares her own journey from feeling unseen and unheard to creating a life and relationship built on authenticity, alignment, and self-trust. Together, Krista and Lilli unpack why so many women struggle to feel fulfilled despite doing all the "right" things and how healing old wounds can transform every area of life, not just romantic relationships.
Whether you're single, dating, married, divorced, or simply working on becoming more connected to yourself, this episode offers powerful insights into the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and how to begin creating healthier relationships from the inside out.
Key Takeaways
✔ Awareness is the first step, but healing requires action.
✔ Your triggers are not the problem. They are information.
✔ The patterns showing up in your relationships often started long before your current relationship.
✔ Self-love is not something you earn through achievement.
✔ Healing isn't about fixing yourself. It's about building a new relationship with yourself.
✔ The healthiest relationships begin when your thoughts, actions, emotions, and values are aligned.
Connect with Lilli Bewley
🔗 Feminine Dating Archetype Quiz: www.datingarchetype.com
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/lillibewley/
🔗https://linktr.ee/lillibewley
Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 Watch Us on: https://youtu.be/ODSjVunqMEk
👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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What happens when the person you love most is struggling, and you realize you've been losing yourself in the process?
In this deeply honest conversation, Krista sits down with returning guest and author Elana Epstein to talk about her powerful new book, Today Will Be Fearless, and the unexpected healing that can emerge from life's most painful experiences.
As mothers of sons in recovery, both Krista and Elana share what it was really like to navigate addiction, fear, guilt, codependency, self-sacrifice, and the painful realization that healing wasn't just their children's work, it was theirs too.
Together they explore:
Why so many parents blame themselves when addiction enters the familyThe connection between a child's self-destruction and our own self-abandonmentHow people pleasing, overfunctioning and codependency keep everyone stuckThe importance of boundaries and learning to let go of controlWhy "going first" in recovery can transform an entire family systemThe role hope plays in healingWhat happens when we stop hiding pain and start telling the truthHow recovery creates opportunities for growth, connection and deeper self-awarenessThis conversation is filled with compassion, wisdom and practical insight for anyone loving someone through addiction, mental health challenges, or difficult life circumstances.
Connect with Elana
🔗 Website: https://todayiwillbefearless.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elanaepstein/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elana.epstein.9
🔗 Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Today-Will-Be-Fearless-addiction/dp/B0GRCPPXCC
Resources:
Alanon: https://al-anon.org/
Nar-Anon: https://nar-anon.org/
Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗Watch Us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IYtO7R1PzJg
Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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In this heartfelt and honest episode of Becoming Sound, Krista and Shannon sit down for another “Oversharing with Shannon” conversation to reflect on the biggest lessons they’ve learned over the past year after both turning 56.
From overcoming fear and public speaking anxiety to healing family relationships, setting boundaries, trusting your nervous system, and learning to stop abandoning yourself, this episode is packed with real talk, laughter, emotional honesty, and powerful takeaways for anyone navigating midlife growth, healing, identity, and self worth.
Oh, and there’s a dog in a hoodie, I mean come on 👀
Together, they explore:
• Why confidence comes through action, not overthinking
• The difference between people pleasing and living in service
• How nervous system awareness changes everything
• What it means to truly come back to yourself
• Why asking for help can feel so difficult
• The importance of boundaries, self trust, and authenticity
• Midlife healing, peace, and finding joy in simplicityThis episode feels like sitting down with two best friends having the kind of conversation many women desperately need to hear: honest, vulnerable, funny, healing, and deeply relatable.
If you’ve ever struggled with overfunctioning, fear of judgment, perfectionism, people pleasing, burnout, or feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation will remind you that growth doesn’t come from becoming someone new. It comes from finally becoming more yourself.
🎧 Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder that healing, confidence, and peace are still possible.
👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels aligned.
Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
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🔗 Watch Us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CN91fODscuo
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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What happens when you spend your life holding everything together… and it finally catches up to you?
In this powerful episode of Becoming Sound, Krista sits down with Evan Whitehead to unpack the hidden cost of over-functioning, people-pleasing, and living in survival mode.
From growing up in a home shaped by addiction, to becoming a high-achieving athlete and leader… Evan shares how success on the outside masked what was happening internally.
Until it didn’t.
A mental health crisis, addiction, and complete burnout forced a moment of truth that changed everything.
This conversation covers:
✔️ Burnout and mental health
✔️ Emotional regulation and self-awareness
✔️ The truth about work-life balance
✔️ Why boundaries feel so hard
✔️ The 3 B’s: Balance, Boundaries, BreaksIf you’ve been pushing, performing, and holding it all together… this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar in the best way.
Connect with Evan:
🔗 Email: [email protected]
🔗 X/Twitter: @evanwhitehead00
🔗 Instagram: @balanceboundariesandbreaks
🔗 LinkedIn: Evan Whitehead, Creator of the 3Bs Balance, Boundaries, and Breaks ™
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evan.whitehead.794
Connect with Us:
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🔗 Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EkVjAOdhQMshttps://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft
👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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What if your pain isn’t just physical… but something emotional your body has been holding onto for years?
In this episode of Becoming Sound, Krista sits down with Lora to unpack a powerful story of chronic pain, trauma, identity, and healing through quantum energy work.
After a car accident at 15 and years of misdiagnosis, emotional suppression, and being told she was “too dramatic,” Lora found herself at rock bottom. What happened next completely changed her life.
This conversation explores:
✔️ Trauma stored in the body
✔️ The link between thoughts, identity, and pain
✔️ Nervous system regulation and healing
✔️ Quantum healing explained in simple terms
✔️ Why “I know” isn’t the same as awarenessIf you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or exhausted from carrying everything… this one will hit.
Connect with Lora:
🔗 Website: https://notallwhowanderarelost.love/
🔗 Facebook: HTTPS://facebook.com/farfromordinary81
🔗 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thesoulledhealer?si=xBjIQqCcpfIbgJ2L
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oraclestarla?_r=1&_t=ZS-95XwF5m9OK4
Connect with Us:🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hcK1XeWD0GM
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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What happens when addiction doesn’t just affect one person… but the entire family?
In this deeply honest conversation, Krista sits down with recovery coach and author Dave Mahler, who has experienced addiction from every angle, as a spouse, a parent, and someone navigating his own trauma.
Dave shares his powerful story of love, loss, and transformation, including the heartbreaking loss of his daughter to fentanyl poisoning. Together, they unpack the realities of addiction that often go unspoken: the chaos behind closed doors, the weight carried by families, and the patterns of over-functioning, enabling, and emotional survival.
This episode goes beyond awareness. It’s about understanding, breaking stigma, and learning what actually helps.
If you’ve ever loved someone struggling with addiction or felt the ripple effects in your own life, this conversation will meet you there.
Key Takeaways:
Addiction affects everyone in the household, not just the individualYou can’t fix someone else, but you can get support for yourselfRecovery is more than sobriety, it’s a full lifestyle shiftLanguage matters more than you think when supporting someoneHealing happens faster when families do the work togetherYou are not alone, even if it feels like itResources & Links for David Mahler:
Dave’s Book: https://www.groundzerorecoverycoaching.com/#ABOUTCoaching: https://www.groundzerorecoverycoaching.com/Email: [email protected] Groups: https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/ https://www.nar-anon.org/Connect with Us:
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 Watch on Youtube:
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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Menopause isn’t just hot flashes. It’s anxiety out of nowhere, emotional swings, brain fog, weight gain that won’t budge, and feeling like a stranger in your own body.
In this raw and unfiltered episode, Krista and Shannon share their real experiences navigating perimenopause and menopause, from being dismissed by doctors to questioning their sanity, struggling with body changes, and the emotional toll no one prepared them for.
This conversation opens up what so many women are quietly going through and reminds you that you’re not crazy… and you’re definitely not alone.
Key Takeaways:
You’re not “losing it”, your hormones are shifting in a big wayMental health struggles during menopause are real and commonLack of education around women’s health is still a huge issueYour body changing isn’t failure - it’s transitionYou don’t have to go through this alone“Half the population goes through this, why aren’t we talking about it?”Resource: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaire/
https://thepauselife.com/
👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, gain clarity and confidence.
Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Watch Us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2SE8oUdxv08
📣 If this episode hit home, share it with a woman in your life who needs to hear this.
And don’t forget to follow Becoming Sound for more real conversations like this.Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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Today we are getting real with why we are feeling disconnected and what we can do about it. What if the real reason you feel disconnected isn’t your life, your relationships, or your circumstances?
What if it’s the masks you’ve been wearing to survive?
In this solo episode of Becoming Sound, Krista shares a powerful, real-time reflection after attending a transformative workshop that challenged how she shows up, connects, and allows herself to be seen.
There is no polished “5 steps to be authentic” guide in here.
This is about what actually happens in your body, your nervous system, and your relationships when you stop performing… and start getting real with yourself.Key Takeaways
You’re not disconnected because something is wrong with you. You’ve just been conditioned to hideMasks might protect you, but they also block real connectionYour nervous system plays a huge role in whether you feel safe to be yourselfAuthenticity isn’t a big leap, it’s small choices in real momentsReal connection starts when you stop performing and start being honestBecause authenticity isn’t something you master.
It’s something you practice… one moment at a time.If you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself… this is your invitation. To start noticing the masks. To get honest about where you’re holding back. And to take one small step toward being real.
And if you’re craving spaces where you don’t have to perform…
I’m building something for you. A community of women ready to drop the masks, reconnect, and actually feel like they belong in their own lives again.Stay close. It’s coming.
Sign up for the Newsletter to get the details as soon as they become available!
👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
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Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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In this powerful and raw conversation, Krista sits down with Andrea Schroder to explore what it really takes to rebuild your life from the ground up.
Andrea shares her journey from early addiction, codependency, and living in survival mode to becoming a sober, self-aware, and empowered woman. From navigating a deeply complex marriage affected by alcoholism to losing her husband and caregiving for multiple family members, her story is one of resilience, honesty, and transformation.
Together, they unpack the realities of sobriety, the grief that comes with change, and the courage it takes to walk away from environments that keep you stuck. Andrea also shares how she rebuilt herself through yoga, nervous system work, and learning to trust her own voice again.
This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t linear, reinvention isn’t easy, and sometimes the life you want requires you to let everything else go first.
🎧 If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns, overwhelmed by your environment, or unsure how to start over… this one will hit.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
You can’t heal in the same environment that’s keeping you stuckSobriety isn’t just about quitting something… it’s about rebuilding everythingYou cannot change someone else, no matter how much you love themNervous system regulation is a game changer in healingReinvention requires trying things, even when you don’t know who you are yetGrief, guilt, and growth can all exist at the same timeThe life you want may require letting go of the one you’ve knownConnect with Andrea:
🔗 Website - www.bookkeeping-witchery.ca
🔗 Facebook - Andrea Schroder
🔗 Instagram - @kitchenwitchery.co
🔗 Instagram - @destinationdovercourt
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🔗 YouTube: https://youtu.be/pXLmutW6c60
👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Krista sits down with leadership expert and speaker Ally Stone to unpack what it really means to lead from authenticity… not performance.
From building a $40M business in her early 20s to navigating personal trauma, loss, and the unknown, Ally shares how her leadership was shaped not in a classroom, but through real-life experiences that forced her to grow, adapt, and get honest with herself.
They dive into the hidden side of success… imposter syndrome, emotional breakdowns, and the pressure to hold it all together… and why the most impactful leaders are the ones willing to be seen in the mess, not just the highlight reel.
This episode is a reminder that leadership isn’t about having it all figured out… it’s about having the courage to show up anyway.
What You’ll Hear
Why leadership is often born from survival, not strategyThe impact of childhood experiences on how we show up as adultsThe truth about imposter syndrome… even at high levels of successWhat happens when life forces you to question everything you builtThe difference between performing as a leader vs. being oneHow vulnerability builds stronger teams, trust, and connectionWhy sitting with your emotions is a leadership skillRedefining success after trauma and unexpected life changesConnect with Ally:
🔗 Website: https://theinspiredleader.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinspiredleader__/
Resource: Caroline McHugh Ted Talk
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🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
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🔗 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ODlcjAQ6qik
👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your confidence, self-trust, and clarity for a life and business that actually feels like you.
Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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This episode of Oversharing with Shannon is your real-life check-in… the kind most of us avoid.
Krista and Shannon circle back to the goals they set and ask the uncomfortable question: are we actually living in alignment with what we said mattered… or just staying busy enough to not notice we’re not?
They get honest about what happens when life fills up, when “no time” becomes the default excuse, and how easily we disconnect from ourselves without even realizing it.
But the conversation goes deeper… into what we’re actually chasing underneath it all.
Because most of us say we want joy…
while still looking for it outside of ourselves.They unpack what it really means to feel joy, not just talk about it… and how joy isn’t something you find out there, achieve, or finally earn when life slows down.
It’s something you allow. Something you embody.
Something that’s already available when you stop overriding yourself long enough to feel it.Key Takeaways
Being “too busy” is often avoidance in disguiseThe goals you set don’t fail… you just stop showing up for themRest isn’t something you earn… it’s something you requireJoy isn’t something you chase… it’s something you allow and embodyLooking outside yourself for fulfillment keeps you disconnected from what’s already thereWhen you don’t create space, life will force it eventuallyThe “sweetness” of doing nothing feels uncomfortable… until it becomes the thing that brings you back to yourself👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you.
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🎯 Attention, If you have ever thought of gaining some skills to defend yourself emotionally and physically, check out this offer…
My friend Elicia Ybarra has launched 21 Days to Unbreakable — a 21-day self-defence and confidence training for women who are done playing small.
This isn’t about living in fear. It’s about embodied confidence — learning how to protect yourself, trust your instincts, and walk through the world differently.
The program includes video lessons, a guided workbook, practice drills, and community support.
Enrolment is now open!
Use code BecomingSound2026 for $50 off.
Learn more: https://www.prettyhandshardpunches.com/unbreakablePlease Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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In this episode of Becoming Sound, Krista sits down with Tami Lysher, trauma informed movement educator, Pilates studio owner, children’s yoga teacher, and creator of Move Into Calm, to explore how trauma lives in the body and why nervous system healing matters for both children and adults.
This conversation is both eye opening and deeply practical. Whether you are a parent, educator, someone living with stress stored in the body, or simply beginning to understand your own nervous system, this episode offers compassionate insight and simple ways to start reconnecting with yourself.
Key takeaways
Trauma is not just a memory, it is often a body experience.Children’s behavior is communication, especially when they do not yet have language.Trauma may show up in the body through illness, tension, jaw clenching, shallow breathing, digestive issues, and more.Movement can be a powerful entry point for healing and regulation.Breath work can help, but it needs to be approached gently because it can feel activating for some people.Adults need regulation too. In fact, healing often starts with the adult nervous system first.Kids need movement, play, risk, and connection more than more control and punishment.Slowing down is often where awareness begins.Connect with Tami:
🔗 https://www.studiotpilates.com/
🔗 Move Into Calm 21 Day Course: https://www.moveintocalm.com/.
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@studiotpilates157/featured
Resources Mentioned:
Dr. Lori DesautelsDr. Gabor Maté, When the Body Says NoDr. Peter LevineThe Body Keeps the Score👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of over-functioning and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving.
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‼️Attention, speaking of Nervous Systems and Showing up for Yourself and Your Kids…
My friend Elicia Ybarra is launching 21 Days to Unbreakable — a 21-day self-defence and confidence training for women who are done playing small.
This isn’t about living in fear. It’s about embodied confidence — learning how to protect yourself, trust your instincts, and walk through the world differently.
The program includes video lessons, a guided workbook, practice drills, and community support.
Enrolment opens March 2.
Use code BecomingSound2026 for $50 off.
Learn more: https://www.prettyhandshardpunches.com/unbreakablePlease Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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In this deeply moving conversation, Neil Campbell shares his story as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and the long road toward reclaiming his voice.
For many survivors, the pain of trauma doesn’t stay in childhood. It shows up later as anxiety, shame, addiction, disconnection, and the quiet belief that you have to carry it alone. Neil speaks openly about how unspoken trauma impacts mental health, identity, and relationships, especially for men who often face additional stigma around sharing their experiences.
Through vulnerability and courage, Neil sheds light on the importance of breaking silence and allowing stories to be told. He also shares a powerful personal connection to Spider-Man, reflecting on how the idea of responsibility, resilience, and rising after hardship helped him make sense of his own journey.
This episode also highlights the life-changing work being done by Little Warriors and Be Brave Ranch, organizations dedicated to supporting children who have experienced sexual abuse and helping them begin the healing process.
Neil’s message is clear: healing begins when we stop carrying the weight alone.
This conversation is about courage, truth, and the power of speaking the words that once felt impossible to say.
Key Takeaways
• Childhood trauma can shape mental health and identity long into adulthood
• Male survivors often face additional stigma when speaking about abuse
• Silence and shame can keep trauma trapped in the body
• Sharing your story can be a powerful part of healing
• Support and community are critical for survivors
• Organizations like Little Warriors and Be Brave Ranch are helping young survivors access healing resourcesConnect with Neil Campbell:
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/neil.campbell.142892
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/papaeddie70/
Articles about Neil’s story:
🔗 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/edmonton-man-sexual-assault-1.4409471
🔗 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/victim-of-childhood-sexual-assault-finds-inner-superhero-1.4999563Little Warriors:
🔗 https://littlewarriors.ca/
Be Brave Ranch Donate:
🔗 https://littlewarriors.ca/you-can-help/donate/
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Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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What happens when loss changes you overnight?
In this deeply honest conversation, Tiffaney Childers shares what it was like to lose both of her parents to suicide within one year — and the invisible weight that followed. The grief. The stigma. The silence.
We talk about what survival mode really looks like, how it can protect us in the short term but quietly keep us stuck, and why healing doesn’t move in a straight line. It circles. It revisits. It softens and resurfaces.
Tiffaney opens up about the turning point that led her to create the Rise Up method — a framework born from her own healing journey. She speaks about community as medicine, journaling as processing, and the courage it takes to reach out when everything in you wants to withdraw.
This episode isn’t about tidy answers.
It’s about sitting in the truth.
And remembering that even after devastating loss, healing is still possible.If you’ve experienced grief, especially suicide loss — or love someone who has, this conversation offers compassion, perspective, and grounded hope.
Takeaways
Grief doesn’t follow a timeline — it revisits in waves.Survival mode can help you get through, but healing requires intentional support.Stigma around suicide often keeps people silent — and silence deepens isolation.Reaching out for help is strength, not weakness.Processing emotions (through writing, therapy, or community) is essential to healing.Loss changes you — but it doesn’t have to define you.Sharing your story can become part of your healing — and someone else’s lifeline.Connect with Tiffaney:
🔗 The Rise Back: Reclaiming Life After Suicide Loss, Pain, and Silence – BUY BOOK ON AMAZON
🔗 Instagram: @tiffaneychilders
🔗 Learn more: www.risesavage.com
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💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good.
➡️ If this conversation brings up anything for you, please don’t sit with it alone.
In Canada, you can call or text 9-8-8 for immediate mental health support.📍 Local Alberta Support
Canadian Mental Health Association – Edmonton Suicide Bereavement Support
Free suicide bereavement support groups (for adults + youth), offered virtually and in person. Registration prior to attending may be required. (CMHA Edmonton)211 Alberta helps connect you to local support services including bereavement and mental health supports (call or search online).
‼️Attention, speaking of Protecting and Showing up for Yourself
My friend Elicia Ybarra is launching 21 Days to Unbreakable — a 21-day self-defence and confidence training for women who are done playing small.
This isn’t about living in fear. It’s about embodied confidence — learning how to protect yourself, trust your instincts, and walk through the world differently.
The program includes video lessons, a guided workbook, practice drills, and community support.
Enrolment opens March 2.
Use code BecomingSound2026 for $50 off.
Learn more: https://www.prettyhandshardpunches.com/unbreakablePlease Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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