Just the WHO of us

Lesley Goth, a seasoned psychologist with expertise in eating disorders and trauma therapy, shares her 20-year professional journey and personal healing experiences while emphasizing the importance of therapists doing their own healing work. The discussion covers key aspects of therapeutic practice, including safety measures, professional boundaries, and the distinctions between different mental health professionals, while highligh...

This week, Ingrid returns! The pair explore the origins of holidays, emphasizing that the word 'holiday' derives from 'holy day,' originally signifying sacred days with religious or spiritual significance. Ingrid explains that many modern holidays, especially in Western cultures, are blends of ancient agricultural and nature-based celebrations with later religious overlays, particularly from Christianity. For example, autumn festiv...

This week, Corinne Auman joins us to highlight the need to update societal narratives about aging, noting that stereotypes about who is considered an 'older adult' are outdated. People are living longer, healthier lives, and working well into their 70s and 80s, which means the traditional retirement age of 65 no longer aligns with current life expectancies. Corinne emphasizes that both who needs care and who provides it have shifte...

Disclaimer: This conversation contains mentions of infertility and trauma.

Generational Trauma and Drama Definitions and Manifestations

This week we welcome Alneja back to discuss generational trauma and drama, especially as it relates to family patterns during the holiday season. Generational trauma was described as inherited emotional patterns, fears, and behaviors that often manifest without clear personal cause, sometimes orig...

Pam Sherman is a respected health, fitness, and wellness coach dedicated to helping women over 50 build strength, confidence, and long-term health. As the founder and CEO of The Perfect Balance, she has spent more than two decades coaching women to prioritize their well-being through sustainable fitness, healthy habits, and a positive mindset. Known for her philosophy, "Your health is your greatest wealth," Pam encourages women to ...

WARNING: BRIEF REFERENCE PF OPINION RELATED TO PERSONAL EXPERIENCE ON THE TOPIC OF ABORTION TOWARD THE END OF THE EPISODE (THIS OCCURS DURING MINUTES 30-34 IF YOU PREFER TO SKIP THIS PORTION).

What happens when we stop treating AI as an authority and start using it as a conversation partner?

In this thought-provoking episode, Ingrid and Reah explore their real-world experiences with today's most popular AI tools. They compare the s...

This week, we meet Anfisa who shares how her work as a love, sex, and relationship coach is deeply rooted in her own personal struggles with intimacy, trust, and vulnerability. She describes a recurring pattern in her relationships where she would blame others and leave, only to realize later that the issues stemmed from within herself. Her journey included traveling, self-reflection, working with coaches, plant medicines, and even...

In this episode, we welcome Lyndal Schultz, June's cover of I Am Ready Magazine and founder of Stepping Into Me. Lyndal and Reah discuss Lyndal's professional approach to relationship healing for both individuals and couples as well as briefly touching on her magazine feature.

Lyndal’s Professional Background and Approach

Lyndal brings over 25 years of experience in corporate project rescue, where she specialized in identifyi...

WARNING: BRIEF REFERENCE OF OPINION RELATED TO PERSONAL EXPERIENCE ON THE TOPIC OF ABORTION AND TEENAGE PREGNANCY.

This week, Reah discusses attending a 4th of July celebration where she decided to let go of negative emotions toward a family member rather than carrying resentment. Ingrid advises Reah that she could choose how much to eng...

This week, we meet Graham Hawley. Graham became interested in health and wellness after witnessing his brother and father suffer from type 2 diabetes, which led to severe debilitation. This personal experience motivated him to research health, follow doctors who left conventional medicine, and become a certified health and wellness coach. He initially helped friends and family, then expanded to busy professionals and families, espe...

In today's episode, Reah shares an update about an "I See You" letter she had written and delivered to her son. Reah describes the emotional response she received, noting that her son was initially silent but later expressed gratitude and appreciation through a life-changing experience for both Reah and Noah.

Tina and Reah go on to discuss their personal experiences with trauma and how they transformed those experiences into their ...

The Significance of Aging and Life Transitions

This week, we welcome Dr. Edward Tick to explore the personal and psychological significance of turning 40 and 75, referencing Carl Jung's view that 40 is a pivotal age marking a shift from focusing on the future to reflecting on the past. Dr. Tick and Reah share personal experiences as Reah is writing a memoir about turning 40, noting how her perspective and priorities shifted after t...

Parenting, Family Dynamics, and Community

The discussion covered various aspects of parenting, family relationships, and the changing nature of community. Both speakers reflected on their experiences as mothers and grandmothers, the impact of trauma and abandonment, and the importance of parental responsibility in maintaining relationships. They discussed how childhood experiences, such as parental absence or trauma, influence adul...

This week, we welcome Gabor who shares his Hungarian background and moving to the UK at a young age due to his father's job transfer. He grew up in the UK, attended school and university there, and later moved to Canada for five years before settling in the United States in the mid-90s. Gabor has lived in various parts of California for the past 30 years, except for the last year when he lived in both Northern and Southern Cal...

WARNING: BRIEF REFERENCE TO SEXUAL ASSAULT ATTEMPT AND SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD. Please skip this episode if this could potentially negatively impact your mental health.

In this week's episode, Ingrid and Reah discuss personal family challenges involving a difficult situations with inappropriate behavior and the resulting family divisio...

In honor of men's health month, we are joined this week by Matthew Melvin.

Lack of Inclusivity in Men's Groups

This week's discussion highlights the lack of inclusivity in most men's groups, with Matt Melvin sharing that he has participated in 15 such groups, all of which were very similar—primarily composed of married men with children. As a single gay man, Matt felt ostracized and unable to share his experiences, especially...

This week, we introduce Shannon Donohoe-Simpson: an amazing survivor who has spent her life learning how to overcome obstacles, persist through struggles, and empower others through her own strength and triumphs.

Overcoming Adversity and Personal Growth

In today's episode Shannon shares deeply personal stories of overcoming significant life challenges, including childhood trauma, breast cancer, divorce, and parenting. Shannon descr...