Best Happy Records // Happy Collective Podcasts (2025)

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#24 Andrew Profaci - Lessons From a Cult Survivor 1:09:45

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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into Andrew Profaci's incredible escape from the notorious Love Has Won cult, revealing the darkest corners of psychological manipulation and leading to the illuminating light of truth. As Amy Carlson's closest companion, Andrew witnessed firsthand how cult leaders exploit vulnerabilities through powerful ps…

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E62 -Authentic Spirituality: Finding God Beyond the Church Walls with Aaron Tomlinson 1:22:55

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What happens when a devoted pastor of 20 years suddenly questions everything he's preached? Aaron Tomlinson's journey from Christianity to authentic spirituality offers a roadmap for anyone navigating the confusing terrain of religious deconstruction. In our conversation, he courageously unpacks how the doctrine of original sin creates harmful dist…

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E61 -Awakening from the Trance of Unworthiness with Monica Rodgers 1:17:03

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Monica Rodgers joins the Halfway to Dead podcast to shatter the "trance of unworthiness" that keeps women from embracing their full power. A catalyst for awakening women, Monica shares how her own dark night of the soul at age 39 transformed her life, pushing her to question everything she'd been conditioned to believe about success, spirituality, …

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Carving Your Niche: Kate Lofton on Client Experience, Mindset, and Modern Salon Success 37:49

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Join host Matthew Landis in this inspiring episode of The VIP Suite as he sits down with Kate Lofton, owner of Gold Rush Salon at IMAGE Studios in Boulder, Colorado. Kate shares her journey from defining her ideal client to building a business that prioritizes comfort, efficiency, and a positive mindset. Discover how she tailors her services for bu…

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#23 Steve McCready - The Myths Keeping you STUCK in Mid-Life! A Psychotherapist Sets the Record Straight 1:06:17

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Send us a text What happens when a former therapy skeptic sits down with a licensed psychotherapist? Prepare for an eye-opening conversation that challenges everything you thought you knew about mental health support. Steve McCready, a licensed psychotherapist with a refreshingly practical approach, joins us to unpack why so many of us—particularly…

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E60 -Beyond Emotional Eating: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Sustainable Weight Loss with Terry Tateossian 1:11:32

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Terry Tateossian's journey from struggling with emotional eating to shedding 80 pounds in her forties isn't just inspiring—it's a blueprint for anyone feeling defeated by midlife health challenges. The former immigrant who once found herself 80 pounds overweight and still wearing pregnancy clothes at age 37 now helps women reclaim their vitality th…

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E59 -A Spiritual Awakening in Lily Dale, Solo Episode with Jen 53:12

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Have you ever yearned for a place where spiritual connection isn't just accepted—it's the very foundation of the community? Tucked away on the shores of Cassadaga Lake in Western New York sits Lily Dale, America's oldest continuously operating spiritualist community and quite possibly the most energy-rich small town you'll ever experience. In this …

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No Tax on Tips: A Conversation With Jason Olsen, CEO & Founder of IMAGE Studios 19:54

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In this special episode of The VIP Suite, host Matthew Landis sits down with IMAGE Studios Founder and CEO, Jason Olsen, to break down the recently passed "No Tax on Tips" provision, a major win for independent beauty and wellness professionals. They talk about who qualifies for the deduction and what steps you need to take if you’re eligible. Jaso…

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#22 Chris Wilkens - How to Start Building Wealth No Matter Your Age 51:59

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Send us a text Are your financial dreams feeling out of reach? What if I told you the secret isn't working harder or sacrificing more, but simply starting now and letting time do the heavy lifting? In this eye-opening conversation with Chris Wilkens, Vice President and Financial Advisor at RBC Wealth Management, we uncover practical strategies that…

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E58 -How to Have A Happy Birthday with Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming 1:18:57

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When was the last time you truly celebrated your birthday? Not just with cake and presents, but with a deep recognition of its spiritual significance? In this enlightening conversation, I sit down with Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming, birthday coach and author of "How to Have a Happy Birthday," who reveals why our birthdays are far more than just annual mile…

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E57 -Spiritual Pilgrimages: Finding Truth Across Faiths with Barbara Burgess 1:25:48

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Barbara is back!!! Have you ever felt that your spiritual journey doesn't fit neatly into the boxes others have created? You're not alone. In this deeply moving conversation, Barbara Burgess takes us on a breathtaking tour through decades of spiritual exploration, from her rigid Catholic upbringing to her transformative experiences at sacred sites …

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Aisha Carter Cathey Fe: Faith And Purpose In The Beauty & Wellness Business 29:55

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Aisha Carter Cathey Fe of Spalon Suiradal has created a beauty business centered on faith, purpose, and healing at IMAGE Studios in Birmingham, Alabama. She shares how her grandmother's cancer experience inspired her to provide free services to cancer patients, creating a tranquil atmosphere that offers peace beyond physical transformation. About A…

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#21 Brandon Held - From Childhood Trauma, Poverty, and Divorce to a Life of Fulfillment 1:04:10

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Send us a text What happens when childhood trauma becomes your greatest teacher? Brandon Held's life story reads like a manual on resilience -- growing up in poverty, living with an abusive, alcoholic stepfather, losing his infant daughter, multiple failed marriages, surviving a suicide attempt, and emerging not just intact but mentally resilient a…

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E56 -What If Your Brain's Map Is Outdated? Neuro-Semantic NLP with Daryl Carlson 1:26:16

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What happens when a devoted Christian missionary who graduated from Moody Bible Institute discovers tools that transform his understanding of mind, belief, and spirituality? In this captivating conversation, Daryl Carlson shares his remarkable journey from religious devotion to spiritual liberation through neuro-semantic NLP. Daryl's story begins w…

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Genius Barber And Content Creator, Emmanuel Garcia, Offers Advice And Inspiration For Reaching Your Ideal Clients 34:07

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In this episode of The VIP Suite, host Matthew Landis sits down with Emmanuel Garcia, The Temecula Barber and owner of The Storm Room (@emmvnvel2) to explore his remarkable journey from cutting hair in his parents' backyard during COVID to becoming a successful salon professional at IMAGE Studios in Temecula, California. Garcia shares his unique ap…

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E55 -Celebrating One Year of our Midlife Spiritual Journey Part 2 49:19

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1 Year Anniversary Episode...PART 2 We explore the fascinating world of connecting with spirit and discovering our authentic selves through conversations with spiritual experts. This episode compiles wisdom from mediums, angel channels, and soul guides who reveal how developing intuition and embracing our spiritual gifts can transform our lives. • …

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E55 -Celebrating One Year of our Midlife Spiritual Journey Part 1 52:02

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1 Year Anniversary Episode...PART 1 We're celebrating one year of the Halfway to Dead podcast with a look back at the profound conversations and insights that have emerged from our exploration of a midlife spiritual awakening. From healing modalities to physical wellness approaches, we've covered significant ground together while building a communi…

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Sawyer Gray's Journey to Tattoo Artistry and Independent Success 17:17

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From surviving several toxic apprenticeships to building a dream tattoo business at IMAGE Studios in Jacksonville, Florida, Sawyer Gray's raw and inspiring story will light a fire in every salon suite professional who's ever felt stuck. Hear how this passionate tattoo artist turned personal challenges into a powerful journey of creative freedom, cl…

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#20 Boomer Reboot: Phil's Journey from Teacher to YouTube Creator 53:03

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Send us a text In this eye-opening conversation, we meet Phil, the creator behind the YouTube channel "What's Up Boomer," who shares his journey of reinvention after reaching retirement age with less-than-ideal financial circumstances. At 66, Phil works at Home Depot while building a YouTube following that exploded from 400 to over 8,000 subscriber…

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BONUS EPISODE...What do AI produced podcast hosts think of Jen's podcast? 24:18

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BONUS CONTENT!!! Listen to what 2 AI (artificial intelligence) hosts have to say about Jen and her podcast. Stayed tuned...the 1 year anniversary episode drops tomorrow! Send Jen A Text Halfway To Dead Podcast Website Facebook Instagram email: [email protected] Jen Lovell

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Creating Your Happy: Mika Toussaint's Holistic Journey to Skin Care Boss and Self-Care Expert 34:24

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Mika Toussaint, a renowned aesthetician from IMAGE Studios Dallas Galleria, has turned personal struggles into professional mastery. After battling hormonal acne and navigating profound personal loss, Mika developed Dallas Pro Aesthetics, a unique wellness practice that goes beyond traditional skincare by integrating nutrition, mental health, and p…

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Bonus Content with Tara Redfield 39:06

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Eavesdrop in on Jen's Natal Chart Reading with Tara Redfield!!! Tara Redfield is a certified modern astrologer and founder of Another Day Greener Astrology and co-host of the highly rated astrology podcast It’s a Sign! The Art of Alignment. She is also the author of the e-Book, The Best Time of Year for Your Career: How to Work with Astrology for O…

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E54 -Midlife Astrology: Navigating Your Natal Chart with Tara Redfield 1:20:05

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Check out your Natal chart at Astro.com Have you ever wondered why midlife brings such dramatic shifts and transformations? The answer might be written in the stars. Modern astrologer Tara Redfield takes us far beyond basic sun signs to reveal how our natal charts—cosmic snapshots captured at our precise birth moments—contain profound insights abou…

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E53 -Unlocking the Healing Potential of Psychedelic Journeys with Angela DeCraene 1:14:09

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Our midlife spiritual journey often calls us to explore beyond conventional healing methods. When therapy plateaus and we're still carrying emotional weight, what other paths might open doorways to deeper healing? Angela DeCraene joins us to illuminate the therapeutic potential of psilocybin journeys. As a psychotherapist completing her doctorate i…

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Grace Schafer, The Hair Lab, Decodes the Science of Success 35:34

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Grace Schafer is not your average hairstylist. A red hair enthusiast, cutting specialist, wedding artist, and certified extension artist, from IMAGE Studios in Grand Rapids, Michigan, she has carved out a unique niche in the beauty industry by combining her passion for theater, science, and hair design. With a keen eye for color theory and a commit…

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Bonus Content with Tammi Janel 37:13

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Eavesdrop in on Jen's Soul Reading with Tammi Janel!!! Tammi Janel is an animal communicator, intuitive healer & entrepreneur totally obsessed with inspiring you to connect deeply with our animal companions, the land we walk on & our own Soul's journey for a rich and fulfilling life. Dedicated to helping you transform your connection to Soulful rel…

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E52 -Deep Healing via Psychedelic Therapy & Soul Readings with Tammi Janel 1:10:01

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Tammi Janel takes us on a profound exploration of soul healing through plant medicine and intuitive guidance in this revealing conversation about midlife transformation. When faced with a serious medical diagnosis, Tammi didn't just seek physical treatment—she wanted to understand the energetic roots behind her tumor. This quest led her to psychede…

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#19 The Pursuit of Happiness: Bad Idea or Worthy Goal? 28:16

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Send us a text Why does a man with $2.1 trillion (five times Elon Musk's wealth) conclude that everything is "vanity and striving after wind"? King Solomon's ancient wisdom on happiness finds surprising validation in modern psychological research. We've put happiness on a pedestal as life's ultimate goal, but what if chasing it directly is actually…

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Bonus Content with Beth Rockert 25:58

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Eavesdrop in on more of my convo with Beth!!! Beth Rockert is a CYT-200 yoga instructor, PMP-certified professional, and co-founder of The Om Well Collective Yoga and Wellness Center in Kankakee, IL. With 37 years of experience in Corporate America, Beth understands firsthand the stresses of professional life and is passionate about helping others …

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E 51 -Losing My Religion with Beth Rockert 1:10:22

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What happens when the religious framework you've known your entire life no longer feels true? Beth Rockert, raised as a pastor's kid in a strict evangelical Christian household, courageously shares her spiritual coming-out story and the winding path that led her to a more authentic relationship with the divine. Beth's journey began unexpectedly thr…

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Alyssa Pablo, Brand Manager at GlossGenius on Time-Saving Technology and Business Growth Strategies 23:50

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Alyssa Pablo shares her inspiring journey from salon manager to GlossGenius Brand Manager, offering invaluable insights into marketing strategies, retail sales, and work-life balance for independent beauty and wellness professionals. Discover powerful tools like AI-powered marketing, custom service packages, and simplified checkout processes that c…

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E50 -Midlife Cannabis: Benefits Beyond the Buzz with Ellen Scanlon 1:16:56

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Cannabis might not be what immediately comes to mind when thinking about solutions for menopause symptoms, but this powerful plant is proving to be exactly what millions of midlife women need. With one in four women already turning to it for relief, cannabis offers natural alternatives to pharmaceutical options that often come with unwanted side ef…

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E49 -Burnout Cure: Reclaim Your Energy and Thrive with Cindy Meckler 1:03:45

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Are you caught in a cycle of endless hustle, feeling disconnected from yourself and struggling to remember why you started your business in the first place? You're not alone. The burnout epidemic is hitting midlife women particularly hard, but energy expert Cindy "Cin" Meckler offers a revolutionary approach to breaking free. In this transformative…

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Zoey Pearson's Salon Suite Story: Going Viral & Growing Fast 29:40

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In this episode of The VIP Suite podcast, host Matthew Landis welcomes Zoey Pearson, a salon suite entrepreneur who turned her single penthouse space into a thriving multi-suite head spa business. Zoey lead a viral TikTok movement that led to over $47,000 in gift card sales, a fully booked schedule, and hiring a dream team of professionals, all wit…

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E48 -Sorry, Not Sorry: When Your Soul Says No 40:22

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When a podcast interview goes terribly wrong, it becomes the perfect opportunity to get crystal clear about what truly matters on our spiritual journey. In this unexpected solo episode, I share the raw, real experience of having to stop an interview and dismiss a guest who revealed deeply problematic views that conflicted with everything my podcast…

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E47 -Midlife: Crisis or Transformation? with Keri Mangis 1:10:54

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What if midlife isn't a crisis at all, but a powerful opportunity for transformation? In this illuminating conversation, author and spiritual teacher Keri Mangis challenges us to flip the script on everything we thought we knew about this pivotal life stage. Keri shares her extraordinary journey through breakdown to breakthrough, including a raw, v…

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#18 Are You OPEN to Change or STUCK Forever? 34:20

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Send us a text Are you tired of feeling stuck in a rut, wondering if real change is possible for you? In this episode, we'll explore the concept of personal transformation and discuss options for getting ourselves “unstuck”. Whether you're seeking to become more physically fit, overcome self-doubt, build confidence, or simply create a more fulfilli…

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E46 -Enough: Finding Peace in a World of Distractions, Hustle, and Expectations with Barbara Burgess 1:15:20

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What if the path to inner peace wasn't about doing more, but recognizing you're already enough? Barbara Burgess joins us for a soul-stirring conversation that might just revolutionize how you approach midlife. Barbara shares how leaving a 20-year toxic job created space for profound self-discovery. With disarming honesty, she reveals how we become …

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E45 -Six Pillars for Embracing Confidence with Karen Fabian 1:14:05

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When Karen Fabian took her first yoga class in December 1999, she experienced what she calls "a bolt of lightning" – a moment of clarity that would ultimately lead her away from her six-figure corporate healthcare career and perfect-on-paper life as a doctor's wife into an entirely new path. Karen's journey from that pivotal moment to founding Bare…

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E44 -Psychic Medium Kelly Palmatier 1:00:58

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Kelly Palmatier discovered her psychic abilities early in childhood, delivering one of her first message at just eight years old, but it wasn't until 2017 that her spiritual path took a dramatic turn. Sitting by a waterfall in meditation, she received clear instructions from Spirit to become a medium—a calling she followed immediately, channeling h…

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#17 What is Your Motivation for Building Wealth? 35:52

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Send us a text People dream of getting rich - fancy vacations, luxury toys, never ending fun. Sounds perfect, right? But what if we told you that chasing wealth might just make you miserable? Because, the real question isn’t so much HOW to build wealth - it’s WHY you want it in the first place. We start this episode with a tale of Two Millionaires.…

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E43 part 2 -Uninvited Dinner Guests: The Truth About Parasites with Kim Rogers 1:07:41

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The uninvited dinner guests living inside your body might be controlling more than you think. In this eye-opening conversation with parasite expert Kim Rogers...also known as the "Worm Queen", we uncover the shocking truth about parasitic infections that affect millions of Americans—likely including you. Kim shares her personal health journey that …

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E43 Part 1 -The Worm Queen: Kim Rogers amazing story 38:11

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What happens when a healthcare professional with over 15 years of experience in Western medicine discovers that parasites are destroying her health? Kim Rogers, now known as "The Worm Queen," shares her remarkable journey from preparing for death to becoming a health advocate followed by over a million people. When conventional medicine failed her …

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E42 -Embracing New Growth in Your Spiritual Journey with Jen 44:30

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Ridin' solo with Jen again!!! Midlife is our chance to flip the script and reconnect with our higher selves as we emerge from periods of introspection into a season of spiritual growth and renewal. This solo episode explores how to navigate the "springtime" phase of your midlife spiritual awakening. • Recognizing signs you're ready for change and g…

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Bonus Content with Chrissy Mellinger 14:00

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Eavesdrop in on more of my convo with Chrissy!!! Chrissy Mellinger is a holistic business coach, speaker & proud dog mama who helps ambitious women service providers step out of the 'overworked solopreneur' identity and into the 'badass CEO running a wildly successful business' identity, on their own terms and with their own rules. Every business i…

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Episode #41 -Beyond the Grind: Reconnecting Your Business and Your Soul's Purpose with Chrissy Mellinger 1:08:25

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What if your business could be wildly profitable AND deeply fulfilling? That's the powerful question at the heart of this transformative conversation with holistic business coach Chrissy Mellinger. After experiencing a complete mental breakdown climbing the corporate ladder at 29, Chrissy revolutionized her approach to business success—and now help…

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Bonus Content with Hilary Young 23:27

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Eavesdrop in on more of my convo with Hilary!!! Hilary Young is the author of Trusting Gus, a raw and inspiring memoir about resilience, addiction recovery, and the presence of a higher power she calls the "Great Universal Spirit" (Gus). Raised by an abusive, bipolar alcoholic, Hilary navigated a turbulent childhood, battled addiction, and ultimate…

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Episode 40 -Trusting GUS: A Journey of Resilience with Hilary Young 1:19:22

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In this conversation, Hilary Young shares her profound journey of healing from a tumultuous childhood marked by trauma, abuse, and addiction. Through her experiences, she discusses the importance of spiritual awakening, the role of divine love, and the power of forgiveness. Hilary recounts her encounters with angels, a near-death experience, and he…

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Mini Edition #11 -Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) 25:50

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Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) are changing the landscape of health management, empowering individuals to take charge of their glucose levels in real-time. In this enlightening episode, we unpack the importance and functionality of these devices, revealing how they provide critical insights into bodily responses influenced by food, exercise, sl…

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#16 Retirement in America: Is it a Dream or a Nightmare? 49:21

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Send us a text Here's the shocking truth about Retirement in America: Many Americans hit retirement age scrambling for financial security 8.2 Million adults over the age of 65 are living BELOW the poverty line. Over 10 Million people over the age of 65 are still working, double the amount from 1985 This is reality, but it’s not all doom and gloom -…