Best Grandmotherhood Podcasts (2025)

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The Joy of Self-Awareness: A Grandmother’s Story of Rethinking What’s Possible 23:45

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3M ago23:45

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What if your ambition never really left — it was just waiting for you to notice it again? In this conversation, you’ll hear how one grandmother discovered the joy of self-awareness, learned to rethink her thoughts, and stepped into possibilities she never imagined after 50. 🎧 Inside this episode, you’ll discover: Why self-awareness brings joy — and…

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Araxie Astardjian Oshagan 15:16

5M ago15:16

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Send us a text Welcome Medz Mama Araxie Astardjian Oshagan! Grandson Ara Oshagan proudly pays homage to his paternal grandmother, Araxie. Araxie (1895–1987) was born into a well-established Armenian family in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, where her ancestors had lived for generations. Despite being discouraged from marrying the man she loved, she followed her…

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Vartanoush Krikorian Kaprielian 27:43

6M ago27:43

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Send us a text Welcome, Medz Mama Vartanoush Krikorian Kaprielian! In this episode, Vietnam veteran and trauma psychologist Michael Manoog Kaprielian shares the story of his bond with his paternal grandmother, Vartanoush—a survivor of the Armenian Genocide. From childhood memories and living by her side to honoring her legacy through global humanit…

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Embracing Your Body: The Power of Connection and Compassion 12:13

6M ago12:13

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Even after changing her relationship with alcohol and learning to ask for help, Debi shares how she still treated her body like a burden. This episode invites listeners to slow down, listen inward, and begin a more compassionate partnership with the body that’s carried them this far. With personal stories, client breakthroughs, and tangible mindset…

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The Wings — Why You’re Not Supposed to Fly Solo 16:35

6M ago16:35

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Key Takeaways: Understanding The Wings: Internal support (mindset) and external support (people, tools, systems) Five types of support: Emotional, Mental, Practical, Spiritual, and Reciprocal support Breaking free from the "do it all" mindset that many women were taught Notable Quote: "You're not too much to carry. You're just too valuable to carry…

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The Fuel: Nourishing Your Body, Soul, and Future Energy 23:34

7M ago23:34

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Join Debi for Episode 114 of Aging Flipped: where she embarks on a transformative journey into the essential Fuel System of the Aging Flipped Flight Plan. In this deeply engaging episode, we explore the intricate connections between nourishing your physical body, nurturing your spiritual well-being, and managing your vital energy reserves. You’ll d…

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The Engines: Powering Your Change with Brain and Emotion Energy 18:06

8M ago18:06

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You’ll learn how to create clarity in your thoughts and capacity in your emotions, so change stops feeling like pressure and starts feeling possible. Debi shares stories from her own life, client breakthroughs, and research-backed insights that help women in their grandmotherhood years—whether they’re already there, soon to be, or hope to be—reconn…

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The Cockpit — Rewriting the Stories That Steer Your Life 15:13

9M ago15:13

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🧭 What You’ll Learn Why coaching is the how that helps you go deeper with the Aging Flipped Flight Plan What the cockpit actually is—and how it silently steers your life The Altitude Shift: a tool to help you upgrade stuck thoughts The Climb Sequence: how to build empowering beliefs one layer at a time A real-life story of how coaching sped up one …

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The Aging Flipped Flight Plan: Your Map to a Joyful Second Act 12:55

9M ago12:55

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🧭 What You’ll Learn The one question that helped Debi stop overdrinking and start retraining her brain How the Oxygen Mask Framework helps you pause, pay attention, and proceed on purpose The 6 Components of the Aging Flipped Flight Plan A client's story: from shame and relationship strain to deep sleep, self-trust, and dreaming again What’s coming…

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These Lies About Aging? Let’s Rewrite Them (April Fools’ Edition) 19:37

9M ago19:37

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💡 In this episode, I’m sharing: The truth behind the lie: “Your best years are behind you” How the anti-aging industry profits from keeping you small Why brain science proves it’s never too late to try something new How to challenge the beliefs you didn’t even know you were carrying What it really takes to age forward—with clarity, confidence, and …

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How to See Change as Your Greatest Strength 13:30

9M ago13:30

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Visit agingflipped.com/fly to get on the notification list. In this episode, Debi Talbert explores how embracing change can become your superpower. Key points include: Personal stories of transformation: becoming a flight attendant at 40 and overcoming alcohol struggles at 59 Understanding resilience as a skill you build through change The Change C…

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The Awakening - How My Grandson Taught Me To Live Again 8:01

10M ago8:01

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Episode Summary: Have you ever had a moment that completely changed the way you see your life? For me, that moment came while watching my grandson discover his own hand. That simple act of curiosity made me realize something profound—I had stopped seeing life with wonder. I had unknowingly adopted an outdated story about aging, one that told me my …

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Kenarik Adamian 17:28

1+ y ago17:28

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Send us a text "My grandmother, Kenarik Adamian, was born in Tehran, Iran, likely in 1929, despite a birth certificate stating 1925. She was one of five children and grew up in an Armenian family, passionate about design and sewing. Taught by a French-Armenian family friend, she pursued her interests despite her education being interrupted in her t…

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Amalia Abramyan 28:03

1+ y ago28:03

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Send us a text Hey, beautiful people! Welcome back to The Medz Mamas! I'm your host, Anoush Bargamian! Today, granddaughter Violetta Sagatela honors her paternal grandmother, Amalia Abramyan. "Amalia was born in 1924 in Khtsaberd, a village which was populated by an Armenian ethnic majority before 1989, before the displacement of Armenians from the…

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Nina Djavad Baghdassar 18:17

2y ago18:17

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Send us a text Hey, beautiful people! Welcome back to The Medz Mamas! Host Anoush Bargamian is thrilled to kick off Season 2! Today, granddaughter Colette Zabo honors her maternal grandmother, Nina. From growing up in Iran to picking wild cherries in Central Park, Colette shares her grandmother's adventures. Medz Mama Nina, who Colette calls Nina M…

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Navigating Life's Chapters: How Hiring a Life Coach Transforms the Aging Experience 23:03

2y ago23:03

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Filled with personal anecdotes from her journey, Debi emphasizes the significance of aging gracefully, promoting self-understanding, and striving for authenticity. She defines coaching, explains its relevance, and explores how it can help individuals navigate the complexities, struggles, and joy in their current season of life. By sharing her encou…

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Embracing Life After 50: The Power of New Beginnings 20:55

2y ago20:55

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As we enter the season of life after 50, Debi illuminates how these pivotal changes can be embraced to discover our authentic selves, revealing the true essence hiding beneath layers of societal expectations. Click here to get her guide for Falling In Love With This Season of Life She provides practical advice, personal anecdotes, and shared wisdom…

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From Self-Doubt to Dream Chaser: Reigniting Your Passions After 50 27:39

2y ago27:39

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Learn how to tell yourself the truth about what you want, ignite curiosity around potential obstacles, and take action by testing strategies. Debi provides insightful questions and practical tips to help you become the boss of your brain, boost emotional resilience, and design a path to success. Tune in for an inspiring dose of wisdom and practical…

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Blueprint for Longevity: Simple Habit Strategies for a Major Lifespan Boost 39:02

2y ago39:02

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Kristine, leveraging her vast experience in wellness workshops and her certification in behavior design, shares her unique insights and thought-provoking perspectives on aging. In their engaging discussion, Debi and Kristine reveal how simple lifestyle tweaks can have a profound impact on the quality and longevity of life. Highlights include the ‘t…

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Make Yourself the Star of Your Story 15:31

2+ y ago15:31

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Are you truly embracing all that makes you uniquely you, or have you been trying to fit an uncomfortable mold? Your authentic self is waiting to shine through - will you let it? Key Takeaways: Reflecting on her various roles, Debi noticed a lack of focus on her central purpose as "herself" She shares her personal purpose statement: "To like myself,…

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Reawakening Potential Through Self-Awareness 46:20

2+ y ago46:20

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In her insightful conversation with Harry, Debi opens up about how she overcame self-doubt and limiting beliefs to start focusing on her ascent. Listen in to learn her techniques for: Performing regular checks on the stories fueling decisions and rerouting around tailspins Clearing for takeoff on small adjustments instead of waiting for big transfo…

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Unmask Your Mental Mischief Makers 31:48

2+ y ago31:48

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Listeners discover how to gain independence from mental mischief-makers through reframing techniques. Debi encourages experimenting with new thought patterns to access untapped potential. For women seeking to fulfil later stages of life on their own terms, this provides tools to overcome self-doubt. It inspires taking the reins of our internal narr…

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Manning Avedikian Haladjian & Berjouhi Tirikian Koukoudian 18:16

2+ y ago18:16

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Send us a text Welcome Medz Mama Manning Haladjian! Granddaughter Berjouhi Tirikian Koukoudian is proud to pay homage to her maternal grandmother, Manning Avedikian Haladjian, as our featured Medz Mama! As a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Berjouhi shares stories about her grandmother, Manning, with love and admiration. This year, Berjo…

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Seda Ohanyan 5:12

2+ y ago5:12

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Send us a text Welcome Medz Mama Seda Ohanyan! Granddaughter Mariam Yeghiarzaryan is proud to pay homage to her paternal grandmother as our featured Medz Mama! In this episode, granddaughter Mariam tenderly describes her first memories of her Medz Mama Seda’s garden. This included eating mulberries which are a favorite in Armenia, as well as in the…

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Elmon Pilgian Mouradian 11:38

2+ y ago11:38

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Send us a text Welcome featured Medz Mama, Elmon Piligian Mouradian! Granddaughter Talar Keoseyan is proud to pay homage to her maternal grandmother Elmon Piligian Mouradian. In this episode, Granddaughter Talar beautifully describes her grandmother’s resilient, creative, and humorous nature. Elmon was born in Yenikhan in Sepastia (Sivas, Turkey). …

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Anahit Melkonyan 8:28

2+ y ago8:28

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Send us a text Welcome Medz Mama Anahit Melkonyan! Granddaughter Sona Melkonyan is proud to pay homage to her paternal grandmother as our featured Medz Mama! Our Medz Mama Anahit takes us back to her roots in the village of Khoy, (Iran), then Jermuk City, Vayots Dzor, and Yerevan, Armenia. Her fondest memories are connected with her family and the …

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Mariam Mikaelian Adajian 4:42

2+ y ago4:42

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Send us a text Welcome featured Medz Mama, Mariam Mikaelian Adajian! Grandson Mike Adajian is proud to pay homage to his paternal grandmother Mary Adajian. Mary was born in Musa Dagh, Musa Leṛ (Armenian), “Moses Mountain” in the mountainous region near the ancient city of Antioch, which is the Hatay Province on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. He…

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Esgouhi Hajian 5:48

2+ y ago5:48

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Send us a text Welcome Medz Mama Esgouhi Hajian! In this episode, we hear about Medz Mama Esgouhi's life journey, through an interview between her granddaughter Anoush and great-grandson Sevan! Meet my great-grandmother Anna (Khimatian) Mahdesian Derderian and my grandmother Esgouhi (Mahdesian) Hajian. Anna married Bedros Mahdesian, and they had fo…

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Creating The Future You Want 29:32

3y ago29:32

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My desire is for you to pause….give yourself the chance to percolate on this. Be Sherlock-like and ignite curiosity. The reason I want you to stop believing your past should have been different is because when we’re past-focused we can start to feel “meh” about life. Being past-focused can make life feel like you’re pushing a big bolder up a really…

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ADHD Awareness Month 37:13

3y ago37:13

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In honor of ADHD awareness month, I'm bringing you a special episode. When you've got ADHD, getting support can be a traumatic experience. It can be hard to describe what's happening for you..... You can feel ashamed that you're not able to "get it together" like other people seem to be able to. Today's podcast is a conversation between myself and …

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What We Need to Quit Doing To Go From Struggling To Free 18:00

3y ago18:00

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All this kind of thinking does is make us quit going after what we want the second something goes wrong. Life is filled with quitting. We just aren't taught which quitting is good for us and which quitting is holding us back. Most of us associate quitting with being "bad." We only do it when things fall apart. We quit because we run out of willpowe…

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Anything Is Possible When You Believe 45:47

3+ y ago45:47

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I think this is, ultimately, the biggest freedom we have. People can do countless different things to us but they can’t tell us what we can make it mean. They can’t tell us how it should feel emotionally. This realization is what began my journey to untangling many unwanted habits and behaviors. The biggest domino for me is eliminating my desire fo…

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Be Your Own Superhero 16:36

3+ y ago16:36

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Today, I’m sharing a new technique I learned from an unlikely source. No matter where it originated from, I truly believe it’s an easy and effective way to help facilitate more confidence and self-trust as you’re taking steps to facilitate your EXIT from drinking. I am diving into this technique below because I want to help you gain confidence so t…

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Developing Habits in Relation to Your EXIT with Teri Patterson 44:09

3+ y ago44:09

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Today, I’m sharing my conversation with Teri Patterson, host of The Sober Edge Podcast. This is part of her coaching series. She and I met in the This Naked Mind training and I’m actually her coach! I encouraged her to start her podcast, so it was so fun to be a guest of hers. Teri and I really dive into the Tiny Habits concept and BJ Fogg’s Behavi…

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Useful Tools in Defining Your Alcohol EXIT 18:16

3+ y ago18:16

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I’m wrapping up my series on the Tiny Habits book and process! Today’s episode is all about going through some activities that act as tools within this process. These tools will assist you in really diving into your EXIT and allowing you to identify the behaviors that hold the key to positive change. While these activities are easy to do, they can …

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Do You Understand Ability & How It Relates to Your EXIT? 15:22

4y ago15:22

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As I continue my series on the Tiny Habits book and training by BJ Fogg, I’m covering a new topic today: ability. This episode is all about ability, the ability chain, and specific prompts you can ask yourself here. I have a deep-seated belief in the Tiny Habits book and BJ Fogg’s behavior model, and the ability piece is just as important as the pa…

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Is Motivation Enough to Prompt Your EXIT? 21:07

4y ago21:07

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We hear the term motivation a lot, but what does it actually mean? And furthermore, can it help us reach our goals, particularly when it comes to making our EXIT from drinking? Understanding motivation and how unreliable it is when used alone to achieve a goal is of paramount importance when it comes to understanding BJ Fogg’s behavior model. That’…

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Your Emotions Create Your Habits 27:29

4y ago27:29

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So often, we have the urge to push away our emotions, especially when dealing with substance abuse issues. In fact, that could be a lot of the reason we decide to drink, because it’s a way to “take the edge off” of our emotions. But, I’ve come to learn that trusting myself to feel and experience my emotions has made a world of difference in living …

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What Does EXIT Mean to Me? The Strategy Explained 27:59

4y ago27:59

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I talk a lot about you making your EXIT and utilizing the EXIT methodology to do so. But, do you really understand what that means or what the strategy associated with it is? That’s what I want to fill you in on in today’s episode. When we don’t have a strategy, that’s when we end up floundering in our efforts to stop drinking. But the EXIT strateg…

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Your Beliefs as the Key to Your EXIT from Alcohol 43:40

4y ago43:40

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Our beliefs are incredibly powerful, yet they’re something that silently guides us throughout life without much thought. Why is that? And how does that impact the way that we make our EXIT from drinking? In the episode, I tackle those very questions with my Power of Belief Training. Our beliefs come from thoughts, and we have thousands of them ever…

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Three Valuable Lessons of 2021 23:10

4y ago23:10

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While 2021 has been done for over a month, I’ve had some time to reflect on what the year itself taught me. Having come to a conclusion on that, I wanted to now share those thoughts with you. So, this episode is all about the top three lessons I learned in 2021. Here’s what I share in the episode: Lesson #1: The Power of Celebration Lesson #2: The …

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A Conversation on Rediscovering Yourself Without Alcohol with Scott Pinyard 41:03

4y ago41:03

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In this special episode of EXIT the Drinking Life, I join This Naked Mind head coach Scott Pinyard to answer some audience-sourced questions about leaving alcohol behind and living a sober life. Besides that, we talk about rediscovering yourself without alcohol and all about the services I offer through my coaching. Some of the topics we cover are:…

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How to Change Your Belief System as You Leave Alcohol Behind 12:22

4y ago12:22

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Ready to help shift your mindset around your belief system surrounding alcohol? A belief is a thought you just keep on thinking…it’s something you’ve thought so many times and so often you don’t even realize you’re thinking it. I want to take a closer look at the layers of beliefs surrounding alcohol and how you can change your beliefs! Ready to pe…

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You Can Choose to Believe Anything You Want 30:01

4y ago30:01

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What is a belief? We have thoughts all the time… What happens when you’ve thought a thought so many times you don’t even recognize you’re thinking it? This is when it becomes a belief system. Did you know—belief systems are 100% optional. My intent is to help you discover: The biggest issues with our belief systems Learn how beliefs are formed Why …

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Acknowledging Human Trafficking Prevention Month with Catherine Paterno 51:39

4y ago51:39

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You didn’t think it could happen in your own home, did you? Or that it could be the child you know from across the street? How about the boy or girl whose face gets lost in the crowd because they don’t have a family and a solidified place to call home? Human trafficking is all around us, and it is not just an international battle that we’re facing.…

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Embracing the Journey to Sobriety 23:41

4y ago23:41

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On this episode of Exit The Drinking Life podcast, I am talking about different ways in which you can look at your life and happiness. Through key shifts in how you pursue true joy, you can begin living the life you’ve always dreamed of. I want you to have an epic life and to stop numbing your emotions with alcohol, and these shifts are step one of…

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Guide to Living Your Most Epic Life & Being Authentically You 38:20

4y ago38:20

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On this episode of Exit The Drinking Life Podcast, I explain coaching and all of the benefits of working with a coach. I also dive into how you can start living your own epic life. I’m so grateful for all of the epicness that my life encompasses, and I want you to experience the same phenomenon for yourself! Some of the topics I discuss in this epi…

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What Common Thought Patterns Are You Using to Sabotage Your Progress? 20:45

4y ago20:45

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On this episode of Exit The Drinking Life Podcast, I talk about how your common thought patterns are sabotaging your success with getting out of the toxic drinking cycle. It’s easy to fall into negative thought patterns, but there’s one word to avoid that can help change that. Some of the topics I discuss in this episode are: Symbolism of change Ex…

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When You Start to Change the Way You Think, You Start Achieving the Impossible 21:45

4y ago21:45

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It’s a hard fact to face, but the reality is that getting out of the cycle starts with changing the way you think. Once you’re able to do that, you can actually start achieving what you thought was impossible. Some of the topics I discuss in this episode are: How my story revealed my “impossible” mindset You’ve already achieved the impossible in yo…

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You’re Tricking Yourself Into Believing It’s Impossible to Change with Pam Price 45:14

4y ago45:14

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In this special episode of EXIT the drinking life, I talk with Pam Price, who has found her own EXIT out of the drinking life and has transformed her life into living purposefully as an alcohol coach and yoga instructor. We discuss how your mindset is tricking you into believing it’s impossible to let go of alcohol and what you can do to change tha…