Conquer Your Past, Step Into Your Future

Affirmation can feel weird, vulnerable, and even suspicious especially if you grew up in a home where it wasn’t practiced intentionally. In this episode, Jennifer Bandy welcomes Liz back for an honest conversation about why affirmation is not about hype or flattery, but about helping people feel seen.

Together they unpack why receiving kind words can trigger mistrust, how trauma and stress can keep our brains on high alert, and why...

In this episode of Conquer Your Past and Step Into Your Future, Jennifer Bandy welcomes back Liz Wise and sits down with Scott—an Army National Guard veteran, former law enforcement officer, husband, and father of four—to talk about what happens when “I can handle it” finally stops working.

If you’re a veteran, first responder, or someone who loves one, this conversation is a reminder: you don’t need to “wait until you’re at the bo...

In this powerful conversation, Jennifer and Liz sits down with content creator and business owner Lenny Love to talk about what men are really carrying: grief, pressure, imposter syndrome, and the unspoken fear of not being “enough.” From losing his father and becoming a new dad, to wrestling with busy-ness, self-worth, and the stigma of therapy, Lenny opens up about what helped him keep going.

This episode is an invitation for men...

In this powerful episode, Jennifer sits down with Liz, Johanna, and Charity to unpack a question so many people ask: “Why do I feel like something’s wrong with me?” Together, they explore how trauma often shows up as overthinking, anxiety, hypervigilance, and difficulties with sleep. Listeners will learn how childhood experiences shape adult behaviors—and how awareness, breathwork, and tiny moments of presence can begin the healing...

In this heartfelt episode, Jennifer Bandy welcomes Johanna, Liz, and Lindi for an honest discussion about Adventure Academy, a hands-on, animal-assisted learning experience designed to help children and families reconnect, build confidence, and find calm in a fast-paced world. Together, they explore how time with animals, mindfulness, and outdoor activity can ease anxiety, strengthen parent-child relationships, and foster emotional...

In this heartfelt episode, Jennifer Bandy sits down with Johanna, Bridget, and Lindi from the Walk With Me staff to explore Adventure Academy, a unique program that connects children with nature, animals, and hands-on creativity. Together, they discuss how outdoor exploration builds confidence, emotional awareness, and social skills in kids, and how slowing down can help families reconnect in meaningful ways.

Parents will hear prac...

From vulnerability and trust to laughter and teamwork, their stories show that healing doesn’t mea...

In this episode of Conquer Your Past, Step Into Your Future, host Jennifer Bandy welcomes Liz and Bridgette for a heartfelt conversation about emotions, trust, and the art of real communication. Together, they explore how simple questions like “How was your day?” often fail to invite true connection—and how shifting to “highs and lows” can open the door to deeper dialogue. Jennifer introduces Robert Plutchik’s eight core emotions, ...

Feeling unheard? Struggling to say the right thing? This week, Jennifer, Liz, and Bridget dig into real-life communication struggles and the simple skills that can transform them into deeper connections. From active listening to healthy alternatives, discover how to move from surviving to thriving in your relationships.

Listen in for real stories, real struggles, and real solutions that can help you communicate more clearly, respon...

In part 1 of this episode of Conquer Your Past, Step Into Your Future, host Jennifer Bandy is joined by Liz and Bridget for an honest conversation—about conversation. Together, they explore how technology, debates, and defensiveness have eroded our ability to truly connect with one another. From the impact of body language and eye contact to the importance of trust and safety in relationships, the discussion highlights the challeng...

In this deeply honest episode, Jennifer sits down with Taylor, a Beautiful Balance group member, to talk about her long battle with anxiety, self-doubt, and social isolation. Taylor shares how equine therapy and the Walk With Me program helped her rebuild confidence, set boundaries, and rediscover connection. They also explore the power of group healing and the unique relationships formed through working with horses. This is a stor...

Joe, a six-year Army veteran, opens up about the battle after the battlefield—his struggle with re-entry into civilian life, broken relationships, hypervigilance, and emotional isolation. In this honest and deeply personal conversation, Joe shares how Operation Battle Horse and the healing space of the farm helped him rediscover trust, brotherhood, and peace. If you've ever felt like you don’t belong or don't know how to be “okay” ...

Licensed clinical mental health counselor Julie Dollar joins Jennifer Bandy to share her extraordinary story—from surviving childhood trauma and domestic abuse to becoming a therapist helping others heal. Julie opens up about recognizing trauma, regulating emotions, and how God and therapy worked together in her journey. The episode also explores PTSD, maladaptive behaviors, and the powerful role of equine therapy. If you've ever f...

In this heartfelt episode, Jennifer Bandy is joined by Lindi Cline and Liz Wise for an honest conversation about the different types of trauma—Big T and little t—and how both can shape our lives. Together, they unpack emotional wounds, the power of support, and the role of equine therapy in healing. You’ll hear personal stories, practical strategies, and gentle encouragement to start your own journey. Whether you’ve felt unheard, o...

In this powerful and personal episode of Conquer Your Past, Step Into Your Future, Lindi Cline hosts a heartfelt conversation with Liz Wise, future counselor and program liaison at Walk With Me Healing Steps. They share raw stories of personal growth, how trauma-informed equine therapy transforms lives, and the importance of boundaries, identity, and healing relationships. From round pen revelations to Christmas fundraisers, this e...

In this heartfelt episode of Conquer Your Past, Step Into Your Future, host Jennifer Bandy welcomes Lindi Cline, Community Outreach Coordinator at Walk With Me Healing Steps. Together, they explore their personal journeys of healing from grief, trauma, anger, and people-pleasing through the transformative power of equine and nature-based therapy. They dive into the mission of their nonprofit—providing affordable mental health servi...