Best Let S Not Sugarcoat It Podcasts (2025)

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144 I The Foundation of Health: Unlocking Peak Performance 1:06:09

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Join us in this transformative episode as Dr. Paige Roberts, a renowned sports psychology consultant, shares her journey from overcoming personal health challenges to empowering others. Discover the secrets to balancing health and success, mastering the art of emotional processing, and harnessing the power of sleep and neuroplasticity. Whether you'…

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143 I Understanding Hormonal Shifts: Navigating Changes In Relationships 1:06:35

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In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Tracy and Dr. Jason Lotze-Boxtart about the exciting world of integrative medicine. We explore how combining Western and naturopathic approaches can offer holistic health solutions tailored to both men and women. We dive into the dynamics of relationships and communication, particularly how …

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142 I Curiosity & Conflict: Tools for a Thriving Relationship 1:19:11

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Step into a conversation that could change the way you connect with your partner. Lee & I alongside Danica and Carson Dutt, explore the art of communication and the essence of relationships. Discover how understanding love languages can transform your connection, and why curiosity is the secret ingredient to truly knowing your partner. We reveal ho…

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141 I Caveman Reflexes and Modern Relationships - Redefining Masculinity and Vulnerability 1:14:20

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In this heartfelt conversation, together with Pam Rader, we dive deep into the raw truths of human connection. We unravel how communication can be the lifeline that saves relationships from falling apart. Through our own stories of trauma and growth, we reveal the transformative power of embracing pain as a pathway to breakthroughs. Together we cha…

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140 I From Messy to Meaningful: Transforming Our Relationship 1:00:18

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In this episode, We open up about our journey as a husband and wife team navigating the complexities of communication. We share our breakthroughs, the messy middle, and the transformative power of vulnerability and patience. It's about learning to lean into discomfort, owning our part, and growing together. Join us as we explore how these insights …

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139 - Aligning Values with Business 1:13:52

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In this episode we welcome Jeff Swan, a visionary sales innovator and the founder of SOS Signals. Jeff shares his remarkable journey from climbing the corporate ladder as a VP to embracing the entrepreneurial spirit and founding a company that revolutionizes how sales teams operate. We dive into the pivotal moments that shaped his career, the chall…

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138 I Embracing the Feminine: The Shift in Energy 55:04

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In this episode, Shannon DeSouza shares her journey from a masculine-driven approach to embracing her feminine energy, leading to the creation of the Aura Goddess Festival. We explore the importance of health, relationships, and spirituality in personal growth, as well as the cultural influences that shape our identities and expectations in relatio…

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137 I The Power of Intentional Conversations 46:21

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In this episode, Izabela and Lee Picco discusses the importance of continuous learning and communication in personal and professional growth. They emphasizes the difference between mere insights and true transformation, highlighting the need for action. The conversation explores the significance of setting intentions, embracing vulnerability in par…

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136 I Beyond the Surface: How Self-Understanding Transforms Connections 1:10:39

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In this episode, we explore the transformative power of authenticity and self-understanding in relationships with Anna Damergis. Discover how embracing your true self can lead to deeper connections and more meaningful interactions. We discuss four key concepts that will leave you reflecting on your own relationships: The Mask We Wear: Uncover the r…

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135 I From Soldier to Sales: Angel Collins' Journey 42:23

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In this episode, Angel Collins shares her inspiring journey from a troubled childhood in East Cleveland to becoming a top 1% real estate producer. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of her entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, community, and sisterhood among women in business. Angel highlights the significance …

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134 I From Media to Music: Jordan Power's Transformation 55:22

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In this engaging conversation, Jordan Power shares his transformative journey from media producer to musician, emphasizing the importance of self-discovery, healing, and community. He discusses how his experiences shaped his music and his desire to help others raise their consciousness. The dialogue explores the significance of communication in rel…

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133 I The Art of Negotiation in Relationships 17:09

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The Art of Negotiation in Relationships In this conversation we explore the intricacies of negotiation within various types of relationships, emphasizing that negotiation is a fundamental aspect of human interaction. We touch on the different personality types that emerge during negotiations, particularly aggressors and analysts, and how these styl…

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132 I Navigating Conflict: A Partnership Approach 48:13

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In this episode, Bella & Lee discusses the intricacies of conflict resolution, emphasizing the importance of viewing the situation as the adversary rather than the person involved. The conversation explores various strategies for effective communication, the significance of psychological safety, and the role of personal triggers in conflict. They h…

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131 I Navigating Midlife Changes: A Fitness Perspective 56:03

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Happy Wednesday! Today Tish Duffy shares her extensive experience in the fitness industry, emphasizing the importance of honest communication, especially for women navigating midlife changes. She discusses her journey from training various demographics to focusing on midlife women, highlighting the need for a no-nonsense coaching approach. We addre…

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130 I Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey: Insights from Robyn Clark 59:07

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In this engaging conversation, Robyn Clark shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a successful jewelry business owner and coach. She discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, including burnout, the importance of community, and the mindset shifts necessary for success. Robyn emphasizes the need for visibility, collaboration, and…

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Episode 129 I Unlocking the Secret of Attachment Styles 1:06:32

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In this episode, Bella & Lee discusses the significance of understanding attachment styles and their profound impact on communication and relationships. Through personal experiences, they highlight the journey of self-discovery, the importance of emotional vulnerability, and the necessity of healthy conflict in relationships. They emphasize the ong…

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128 | Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey with Amy Cohen 57:07

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In this episode Amy Cohen shares her journey as an entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of communication, showing up, and balancing personal and professional life. She discusses her experiences in navigating challenges, the significance of listening, and the need for open conversations in relationships. The discussion also highlights the role o…

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Season 3 | episode 127 The Power of Communication in Love & Business 54:54

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In this episode, Bella and Lee explore the complexities of relationships and communication, sharing their personal journey of overcoming challenges in their marriage. They discuss the importance of understanding love languages, self-discovery, and the need for clarity in relationships. The conversation emphasizes the significance of vulnerability, …

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126 | Farewell to Alex 40:08

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In this final episode with Alex and Bella, we get real, raw, and unfiltered about the evolution of the podcast—and all the messy, beautiful conversations we've had along the way. As Alex wraps her time on the mic, we’re sending her off with so much love. Her voice helped build this space, and her next chapter is going to be just as powerful. 👉 Foll…

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125 | Communication & Relationships With Lee Picco 39:11

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Lee Picco is a leadership and development coach, speaker, and founder of The Picco Academy. LEe has spent over 20 years in the field of leadership and communication as a Senior Manager in the Construction industry. With a grounded approach, a no-BS style and a golden tongue, Lee brings heart, humor, and realness to every conversation. In this episo…

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124 | Real Estate and the Boss Network With Ceinwen 48:44

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In this episode we get real, raw and unfiltered with with Ceinwen—realtor at Oakwyn Realty Okanagan, speaker, and founder of The Boss Network We’re talking: Real estate The “Boss Babe” era Event inclusion Why men and women need spaces together and apart to get vulnerable and thrive, and Ceinwen's vision for her new brand. So, whether you're in your…

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123 | Unlocking the Power of Communication with Bell and Alex 48:35

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In this episode, Izabela Picco and her co-host Alex Vigue discuss the evolving nature of communication in both personal and business relationships. They explore the importance of finding alignment and purpose in their work, navigating differences in business partnerships, and creating healthy communication dynamics. The conversation also touches on…

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122 | Trauma Care and Overwhelm With Paige Mathison 50:17

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Paige Mathison is a trauma informed and somatic experiencing counselling and the owner of Embracing Joys and Another Chapter Counselling. In this episode Paige gets real, raw and unfiltered about: -business -overwhelm -trauma care -pivoting in entrepreneurship -emotional highs and lows -self imposed pressure to ‘be’ a certain way -the book and spea…

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121 | Life Lately With Carien Rennie 58:52

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Carien Rennie is the owner of a local Kelowna Real Estate business called Luxury Living BC. She is also a contributing author in our first book; Let's Not Sugarcoat It: Real, Raw, and Honest Conversations Without the BS. In this episode we 'get into it' with Carien about: -clearing past patterns -letting go of what no longer serves -stepping into a…

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120 | Alex and Bella Travel Stories 49:12

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Italy, Intimacy & Inner Work: What We’re Learning Right Now In this catch-up episode, Bella shares about her recent trip to Italy—what came up in her marriage, what cracked open, and the unexpected beauty in it all. Alex shares about her experience at a somatic retreat in Austin with The Bridge Experience. We’re talking body wisdom, big feels, and …

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119 | The Book and Speaker Series With Dr. Brett 54:33

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Dr. Brett’s a naturopathic doctor and dad to four kids; Maximus, Theodore, Athena, and Atticus, who lives in Kelowna BC. Brett tells us all about his work, his parenting, his dating life post divorce and his mission to inspire super dads. .By Let's Not Sugarcoat It

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118 | From Engineer to Entrepreneur: Andrew Buzinsky's Journey 1:02:28

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In this conversation, Andrew Buzinsky shares his journey from being an engineer to a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges he faced in his engineering career, the importance of self-discovery, and how he pivoted to business school to gain the skills necessary for entrepreneurship. Andrew emphasizes the significance of team dynamics, …

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117 | Getting Real, Raw and Unfiltered With Alex and Bella 1:06:19

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In this episode Alex and Bella get real, raw and unfiltered about life. Diving into: -what’s been going on in their lives lately -some would you rather questions -a few deep dive questions, and -some light hearted questions too. It’s a good one and you don’t want to miss it. Do you have a story to share? We are currently recruiting for our next boo…

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116 | Stop Chasing, Start Attracting: Real Talk with Chris the Love Coach 1:08:49

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Chris Liehmann helps high-achieving women who are struggling in love attract emotionally available, masculine men-without losing themselves or their feminine essence in the process. Chris Story: After years of losing himself in relationships, chasing women who didn’t choose him, and sacrificing his identity for love, Chris went through a deep trans…

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115 | Dressing The Part With Michelle Leblanc 57:50

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Michelle is the owner of OH Style, an internationally recognized styling destination for transformational outcomes in confidence, personal and professional growth. Michelle's ability to reach clients' needs and concerns with her dedication and attention to detail is unmatched. Her styling services deliver all the tools you need to look good in ever…

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114 | Leadership WIth Atilla Molnar 58:59

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Attila Molnar Originally from Budapest, Hungary with a degree in IT 30 years ago and classic vehicle restoration recently. Started his career in global, multinational leadership roles working for IBM and Shell. After 15 years a turnaround brought him to leading a non-profit helping families impacted by childhood cancer, then he participated in star…

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113 | A Male Perspective With Average Canadian Dads 1:05:23

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Steve and Garett are Average. They're Average Canadian Dads. Join them on their podcast as they discuss a wide range of topics from their parenting escapades to men's mental health. We're all going through it, and ya know, sometimes ya gotta laugh to keep from crying. Let us help with that part. You can cry later;) In this episode we ‘get into it’ …

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112 | Acting with Caitlin Stryker 1:04:05

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Caitlin Stryker grew up a railroad brat, never living in any city for longer than a few years as her father's railroading career kept the family on the move. With her gypsy spirit firmly in place, she splits time between the three cities she calls home: NYC, LA, and Vancouver, BC. She started her career in the performing arts as a ballet dancer per…

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111 | The Show Off Expos & Foodie Hub With John and Quinn Perks 1:08:30

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John Perks grew up in the food and hospitality industry, watching his father work tirelessly through holidays and special events as he welcomed the community to his restaurants. After his father sold the restaurants, John carried forward the lessons learned. Alongside his wife, Quinn, they co-founded the Kelowna Foodie Hub and The Show Off Expos, T…

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110 | Real Estate With Shannon Stone 59:51

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Shannon Stone was born and raised in Kelowna, BC and she loves sharing and promoting it through real estate. Together with her sister Tamara, she founded the boutique brokerage RE/MAX Kelowna Stone Sisters where they rank #29 in the world for remax groups. Shannon really enjoys leading their agents and finding new, innovative ways to help their cli…

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109 | If I Were to Say Something About It With Stefanie Giddens 53:12

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Stefanie is an award-winning healthcare tech executive turned writer and speaker, passionately dedicated to elevating women's voices. Her debut book of poetry and short stories, If I Were to Say Something About It, reflects on pivotal moments in her life as a woman, celebrating the resilience, strength, and love required to navigate life's challeng…

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108 | If I Can With Chris Kosch 1:06:30

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Chris was born and raised in the small farming and ranching community of Nanton, Alberta. It was clearly established early on in his life that he would not be raised with pity or sympathy. Within hours of being born, his grandma was informed that his parents gave birth to a healthy baby boy; however, he was missing both arms and both legs. Without …

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107 | All Things Woo With Kiki Seida 58:39

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Kiki is a somatic body practitioner with over 12 years of experience. She started her career as a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and became the first to introduce Cranial Release Technique (C.R.T.) to Canada in 2014. In her seventh year of practice, she completed Biodynamic Release Therapy training which deepened her awareness of the body’s sub…

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106 | The Plain Truth to Building a Billion Dollar Business 1:08:30

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Natalie Plain is the CEO and Founder of Billion Dollar Beauty – A Consumer Product Goods brand that is distributed throughout, Australia, Asia, Europe and North America. As an industry veteran of nearly 20 years, Natalie has spun off her fortress of Billion Dollar intellectual property into the launch of Billion Dollar Brands where she owns everyth…

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105 | Never Part of the Plan With Mike Shaw 1:09:47

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Mike Shaw Former Professional Skier | Author and Entrepreneur | Leadership, Change, and Resilience Expert Mike Shaw is a distinguished figure in the world of action sports and freestyle skiing. In December 2013, his life took a dramatic turn when he suffered a catastrophic skiing accident. Defying the odds, Mike embarked on an extraordinary journey…

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104 | On the Other Side of the Bottle With Alex 43:41

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Alex is a mom, speaker, certified coach, writer, and co-host of the Let’s Not Sugarcoat It Podcast. After navigating a two decade roller coaster of a relationship with booze, she embarked on a journey to discover what life looked like on the other side of the bottle. Follow her recovery journey @ontheothersideofthebottle or hear her unfiltered take…

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103 | Behind the Bachelor Canada With Trisha Vergo 55:51

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Trisha Vergo is the reigning Mrs. Canadian World 2024/2025, with 14 years of experience in pageantry as a contestant, judge, and emcee. Trisha has spent her career breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry, returning to university at 35 to pursue project management and now leading teams across North America. A former Bachelor Canada contestant…

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102 | Dress for Success With Lori Stevenson 56:16

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Lori Stevenson is the Executive Director for Dress for Success, She is an accomplished leader and manager with more than 25 years success in business management; organizational and team leadership; program and revenue development; and financial administration. Lori is a results-oriented, collaborative team player passionate about bridging the gap b…

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101 I Your Soul Path With Adrienne Harris 1:07:54

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Adrienne Harris is a Numerologist and Relationship Coach dedicated to empowering women on their journey to self-discovery and meaningful relationships. With a unique approach that blends emotional intelligence, numerology, and spiritual insight, I guide my clients—especially divorced or married women—through transformative experiences that align th…

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100 | All Things Fraiche With Tori Wesszer 1:01:48

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Tori is a registered dietitian, tech startup founder, food and lifestyle blogger and cookbook co-author of “Fraiche Food, Full Hearts” and the newly released “Fraiche Food, Fuller Hearts” with her cousin Jillian Harris. She is a busy entrepreneur and mom of two young boys residing in the picturesque wine region of Kelowna, British Columbia with my …

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99 | The Bella Brave Legacy With Kyla Tomson 1:10:23

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Kyla is a teacher, turned medical mom, and bereaved momma. She has her husband Lyle and son Waylon by her side, and they miss their Brave Bella beyond measure. Currently she’s navigating life after her 10y old daughter’s passing and all the ways her 10 incredible years impacted her life as her mom. In this episode, we ‘get into’ it with Kayla about…

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Episode 98 - Things aren't always what they seem with Izabela Picco 55:33

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In this raw and unfiltered episode filmed over a year ago, Bella opens up about her marriage breakdown—a story she kept hidden for fear of judgment and unraveling the "perfect" narrative she once clung to. Through deep reflection and inner work, Bella has embraced the reality of life not always being as it seems. We often build protective stories a…

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97 |Learning to Adult at 40 with Neera Opal 59:12

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Neera Opal is an intuitive life coach and Reiki Master. She lives in Kelowna And is an entrepreneur and Mom to 3 kids. After her separation, she began to question who she was, it led her on a self-discovery journey where she found herself being guided by her intuition. Through her intuitive guidance, she found herself trying new things and feeling …

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96 | Unchartered Territory With Michelle Hooey 50:44

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Episode 96: Unchartered Territory With Michelle Hooey Michelle Hooey spent 18 years in corporate leadership. Then, she reached burnout and faced life’s toughest challenges: multiple pregnancy losses and welcoming her daughter, Goldie, who was born in 2023 with complex medical needs. That experience reshaped her world and led her to a deep spiritual…

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95 | Invisible Scars with Jessalyn Biederdstadt 1:02:41

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**TRIGGER WARNING CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE Jessalyn grew up very alone and experienced many forms of trauma. She spent most of her life feeling ashamed and burying everything she had experienced and was feeling. Through therapy, she started to process 3 decades of pain and trauma, from physical, mental, and emotional abuse, to time spent in Foster care a…