How I Made It Through

In this thought-provoking episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson delve into the fascinating concept of a life review—a reflective process often associated with near-death experiences. The conversation explores the nonjudgmental nature of life reviews, emphasizing that they are not about punishment, but rather about learning and growth. Kristin and Bernad...

In this illuminating episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by returning guest Stella Wilde, a cosmic intuitive and manifestation mentor, to explore the astrological landscape of 2025. As the year unfolds, it brings with it a series of significant cosmic shifts and retrogrades that promise to influence our personal and collective journeys. Ste...

In this deeply moving episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by Elizabeth Boisson, the President and Co-Founder of Helping Parents Heal. Elizabeth shares her profound journey through grief, having experienced the transition of two of her four children. She recounts her unique shared death experience with her son Morgan, who passed away at the...

In this thought-provoking episode of How I Made It Through , hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson delve into the enigmatic concept of soul contracts. This episode is part of their "Pause for Answers" series, where they tackle some of the most profound and frequently asked questions about the spiritual journey and the afterlife. Together, they explore the idea that before we incarnate on Ea...

In this captivating episode of How I Made It Through , hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by the extraordinary Lee Ann Fortunato-Heltzel for the second part of their deep dive into spiritually transformative experiences. Lee Ann, an artist who channels divine frequencies through her Meta Art, shares the profound journey of creating her latest piece, "The Frequency of Grace." T...

In this captivating episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson delve into the extraordinary world of Lee Ann Fortunato-Heltzel, a compassionate death doula and visionary artist. Lee Ann shares her unique journey of bridging the realms of life and death through her work as a death doula and her creation of transformative art. She explains how her art, known a...

In this enlightening episode of  @HowIMadeItThroughPodcast hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson delve into a profound listener question: "If you want to reconnect with a loved one, are you still able to if they've already reincarnated?" This intriguing inquiry opens the door to an expansive discussion about the nature of our souls, the concept of reincarnation, and how we can maintain...

In this enlightening episode of How I Made It Through , hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by the insightful Bev Martin, a soul-guided, brain-based clarity finder. Bev shares her unique journey of spiritual awakening, beginning with a profound childhood experience in South Africa and evolving through her twenties and beyond. The conversation delves into the nature of intuition...

In this captivating episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by the renowned psychic medium and attorney, Mark Anthony, JD, also known as the Psychic Explorer. Mark, a fourth-generation psychic medium, shares his extraordinary journey from a childhood filled with spiritual encounters to a career that bridges the realms of law and the supernatura...

In this thought-provoking episode of " How I Made It Through, " hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson delve into one of the most profound questions surrounding life after death: Can we choose not to reincarnate? As part of their "Pause for Answers" series, the hosts explore the complexities of reincarnation, the soul's journey, and the spiritual evolution that guides our decisions on whethe...

In this deeply moving episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by Jacob Cooper, a best-selling author and sought-after speaker on grief, wisdom, and consciousness. Jacob, who experienced a near-death experience (NDE) at the tender age of three, shares his profound journey of crossing over to the other side and returning with insights that have s...

In this enlightening episode of How I Made It Through , hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson dive deep into the world of astrology with their guest, Sammie Swan, a dedicated astrologer and graduate of Deborah Silverman's renowned Applied Astrology School. Sammie shares her passion for unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos and explains how astrology can be a powerful tool for self-discover...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of our new series, "Pause for Answers," on How I Made It Through, hosted by Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson. In this episode, we delve into one of the most profound questions that many of us ponder: "Who meets us once we cross the veil?"  Drawing from years of research, personal experiences, and insights as an end-of-life doula, Bernadette and Kristin e...

In this deeply moving and enlightening episode of How I Made It Through, hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson welcome Connie Fusella, a certified psychic medium, author, and near-death experiencer. Connie shares her extraordinary journey from childhood spirit communications to becoming a renowned medium. Her story is marked by three profound near-death experiences (NDEs) that not only inte...

In this enlightening episode of How I Made It Through , hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson continue their conversation with Micah Stover, a leading voice in psychedelic therapy. With over eight years of experience, Micah shares her journey and insights into the transformative power of psychedelics in healing trauma and facilitating personal growth. The discussion delves into the intricac...

In this compelling episode of "How I Made It Through," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by Micah Stover, a leading voice in psychedelic therapy, to explore her transformative journey of healing and empowerment. Micah shares her profound experiences with motherhood, ancestral connections, and the power of psychedelics in catalyzing personal transformation. Micah recounts the...

In this captivating episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by Rebecca Kastl, a pediatric speech-language pathologist turned energy healer and angel interpreter. Rebecca shares her extraordinary journey of spiritual awakening, which began with a life-altering spiritually transformative experience in her twenties. Amidst healing from childhood t...

In this enlightening episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by Peter Alessandria, an award-winning professional photographer, filmmaker, author, and former entertainment attorney. Peter shares his transformative journey from being an entertainment attorney to exploring the profound mysteries of life after death through filmmaking. His latest p...

In this enlightening episode of "How I Made It Through," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson are joined by the insightful Stella Wilde, a cosmic intuitive and manifestation mentor. Together, they delve into the profound world of astrology and tarot, exploring how these ancient arts can serve as powerful tools for personal transformation and spiritual discovery. Stella shares her expertise...

In this enlightening episode of How I Made It Through , hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson welcome the intuitive energy coach, author, and speaker, Marilyn Lawrence. As a seasoned practitioner in the realm of spiritual healing and intuitive guidance, Marilyn shares her profound insights on navigating life's challenges through the lens of higher consciousness and divine timing. Join us as...

In this compelling episode of "How I Made It Through," hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson welcome Dale Lawrence, a beacon of inspiration and resilience. Dale, an internationally celebrated motivational speaker and master coach, shares his extraordinary journey of overcoming terminal systemic lupus and other life-threatening challenges through the power of belief and self-healing. Diagnos...

In this enlightening episode of How I Made It Through , hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson welcome Stopher Cavins, a Los Angeles-based psychic medium and member of the LGBTQ community. Stopher shares his fascinating journey from a childhood marked by spiritual encounters to his transformative experiences in the military and beyond. He delves into how trauma catalyzed his spiritual awaken...

In this deeply moving episode of How I Made It Through , hosts Kristin Taylor and Bernadette Thompson welcome Julie Cluff, a grief specialist, speaker, and intuitive angel guide. Julie shares her profound journey of healing and spiritual awakening following the tragic loss of her two youngest children in a car accident on Mother's Day in 2007. This episode delves into Julie's transformation from a...

Welcome to the Season 6 premiere of How I Made It Through hosted by Kristin Taylor and introducing her newest co-host, Bernadette Thompson.  In this deeply moving and enlightening episode, Kristin and Bernadette delve into the profound journeys that have shaped their spiritual paths. Through candid storytelling and heartfelt dialogue, they explore themes of spiritual awakening, ancestral heal...

In this enlightening episode of " How I Made It Through ," hosts Kristin Taylor and Ray Catania welcome Dr. Tara Perry, a clinical hypnotherapist and doctor of acupuncture in Chinese medicine. Dr. Tara Perry specializes in core trauma transformation, helping individuals connect with their authentic selves to overcome challenges like anxiety, PTSD, stress, trauma, and more. With over 25 years of ex...