Self Improvement, Mindfulness and Mental Health Tips - The Coached Soul Podcast

In this first part of 2 part podcast,  Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with Mallary Tarpley for a moving and candid conversation about grief, identity, and recovery. Mallary shares her personal journey, beginning with the loss of her mother to cancer at age 11, and how that profound grief led to her struggle with anorexia nervosa throughout her adolescence. Together, they explore the complicated landscape of the "middle place" - a spac...

Today, Host Dr. Steve Hudgins and Co-host Kenya Evelyn open up about the challenges and heartfelt realities of caring for aging parents. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experiences, Dr. Steve and Kenya explore the emotional complexities, generational patterns, and the often unspoken sacrifices involved in supporting loved ones through their later years.

Together, they tackle important questions: 

In this 2nd part of the two-part podcast, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with Stacy Johnson - a seasoned therapist and coach, to explore the deeply personal journey from loss and overthinking to resilience and self-regulation. Stacy opens up about her own experience navigating grief after her husband’s sudden passing, and how she learned to move beyond the relentless “what ifs” and “should haves” that can fuel anxiety and dysregulatio...

In this 1st part of the two part podcast, Dr.Steve Hudgins sits down with special guest Stacey Johnson, a seasoned clinical therapist with over 25 years of experience. Stacey opens up about her personal journey through profound loss, navigating the sudden passing of both her stepfather and husband within weeks of each other. 

Drawing from her own struggles and professional expertise, Stacey shares how she found the strength to care...

In this thoughtful and inspiring conversation, host Dr. Steve Hudgins is joined once again by author and coach Richard Waldman for Part Two of their discussion. Together, they dive deep into the struggles of feeling “stuck,” the relentless mental chatter we all face, and practical ways to shift our mindset for greater peace and resilience.

Richard shares personal stories—touching on loss, vulnerability, and the power of support—whi...

This week, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with life coach and author Richard Waldman for an eye-opening conversation about the power of judgment, self-awareness, and the constant "chatter" in our minds.

Richard kicks off the discussion with a powerful reminder: we can transform the world by simply supporting one another instead of judging each other. Together, Dr. Hudgins and Richard unravel how much of our thinking—and even our moder...

In this episode of Coached Soul, Dr. Steve Hudgins offers an insightful exploration of how childhood experiences shape emotional development and personal growth, using the classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird as a central lens. Speaking from both clinical expertise and personal reflection, Dr. Hudgins revisits the story of young Scout Finch growing up in racially segregated 1930s Alabama, highlighting the novel’s powerful themes of ...

In this episode, host Dr. Steve Hudgins, and co host Kenya Evelyn take us on a transformative journey centered around the theme of freedom, not just as a right, but as a profound responsibility.

Together, they unpack what it means to be free truly: from limiting beliefs, from the old wounds of our inner child, and from the “chains” we forge in our own minds. They discuss how the words we use shape our reality, why taking ownership ...

Continuing from the last episode, host Dr. Steve Hudgins continues his discussion with guest Bonnie Brindle, an educator, therapist, and author. Together, they explore the critical but often overlooked connection between hormones and anxiety, especially for women navigating the tumultuous transition into perimenopause and menopause.

Bonnie shares her personal journey through the throes of hormonal changes, recounting how anxiety an...

In this episode, host Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with Bonnie Brindle—also known as The Anxiety Avenger™—to share her compelling journey through anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia. Bonnie opens up about her early experiences struggling in silence due to family dynamics and generational trauma, and she candidly discusses how anxiety shaped her adolescence and young adulthood, even forcing her to leave college at her lowest poi...

 In this episode, host Dr. Steve Hudgins—a licensed professional counselor—and co-host Kenya Evelyn—a therapeutic life coach—dive into the complex realities of modern masculinity, fatherhood, and the unseen emotional lives of men. Drawing parallels from the animal kingdom, personal stories, and collective experiences, they explore how shifting societal roles and expectations have shaped what it means to be a father, a partner, and ...

In this episode, host Dr. Steve Hudgins and Co host Kenya Evelyn explore the profound impact of fatherhood, masculine identity, and the lasting effects of the “father wound.” 

Together, they reflect on what it really means to be a father—diving into personal stories, the pressures men face, and the ways our upbringing shapes our sense of self-worth and belonging.

Kenya shares her own journey of healing from father absence, whil...

In this episode, Dr. Steve and Kenya dive deep into the art of letting go of the past to make room for growth, healing, and new beginnings. Drawing inspiration from Memorial Day and personal transitions, they explore how we can become architects of our awareness, choosing gratitude and abundance over scarcity and pain. 

Through powerful stories, spiritual insights, and practical wisdom, Dr. Steve and Kenya invite listeners to hon...

In this episode, Dr. Steve Hudgins and Kenya Evelyn dive deep into the heart of Memorial Day. Together, they reflect on the true meaning behind the holiday, moving beyond barbecues and pool openings to honor the lives and legacies of those who sacrificed everything for freedom.

Join  Dr. Steve, an army veteran, as he shares personal memories and challenges with listeners to remember Memorial Day not for the loss, but for the courag...

In this episode, Dr. Steve Hudgins and co-host Kenya Evelyn dive deep into the complexities of addiction, going beyond substances to explore how we can become attached to certain emotional states like anxiety, grief, and low self-worth. 

Drawing on personal stories, professional insights, and spiritual wisdom, Dr. Steve and Kenya invite listeners to reflect on whether anxiety and habits can turn into addictions, and discuss the pow...

In this episode, Dr. Steve Hudgins and co-host Kenya Evelyn gather to honor Mother’s Day—a time of reflection, gratitude, and vulnerability. Steve opens up about his own complicated relationship with his mother, sharing the grief of disconnection, but also the healing power of compassion and resilience. 

Kenya joins in with moving insights on the transformative, sometimes overwhelming experience of motherhood and the ways generatio...

Welcome to another episode of Coached Soul, where host Dr. Steve Hudgins and co host Kenya Evelyn dive into the heart of motherhood through the lens of perfectionism, trauma responses, and self-compassion. This episode, released just in time for Mother’s Day, explores the deeply rooted pressures women and mothers face to be flawless, and how those expectations often stem from childhood experiences and societal standards.

They openl...

In this episode, host Dr.Steve Hudgins, along with co-host Kenya Evelyn, dive deep into the dynamics of blended families and the challenges that come with them. Drawing from both personal experiences and Dr. Steve’s recent doctoral research, they unpack the staggering divorce rates in blended families, exploring core issues like communication breakdown, unresolved childhood trauma, and the tendency to put children before the partne...

In this episode, hosts Dr. Steve Hudgins and Kenya Evelyn delve into the transformative power of faith, particularly during life's silent and challenging moments. Drawing parallels between Easter's themes of renewal and personal growth, Dr. Steve and Kenya explore how faith acts as a muscle that strengthens through practice and adversity. 

Through a thoughtful discussion, they emphasize the importance of trusting in the unseen, und...