Don’t be afraid to Talk - Podcast with James Lumumba

Can you imagine growing up feeling like an outsider within your own family? This is the all-too-real reality our guest David faced on a rural farm in Cork, Ireland. This episode sheds light on David's journey - from the raw and emotional experiences he encountered growing up in a toxic family environment to finding an escape route and building a better life for himself. David takes us on a jou...

Join me as I welcome Kat, an intimacy therapist and nervous system specialist for a thought-provoking conversation on emotional intimacy. Kat offers deep insights into how our emotional experiences are stored in our nervous system and how past experiences can continue to affect us if left unprocessed. Listen in as we explore the fascinating concept of attraction and how it is influenced by our pas...

Welcome to a powerful and raw conversation with the courageous Eden Robinson, who shares her story of overcoming childhood trauma and navigating her own sexual identity. Eden's journey takes us through the emotional and verbal abuse she endured from her mother, her father's neglect, and her mother's complicated relationship which impacted her sense of self, safety, and understanding of...

Have you ever wondered if there's a way to recover from Multiple Sclerosis (MS) through natural health? Join us on this amazing episode as I sit down with Kate, a holistic nutritionist who shares her incredible journey of healing from MS. At the young age of 22, Kate was faced with the challenge of finding a solution outside traditional medicine, ultimately leading her to change her beliefs an...

What does it mean to truly understand women's sexual health and how does it connect to our mental well-being? Today, i'm joined by Aoife, a psychosexual and relationship therapist, to shed light on this often under-discussed yet vital aspect of women's lives. In our conversation, we explore the intricate world of women's sexual health and its connection to mental health, focusing o...

Are you struggling with emotional regulation, difficulty expressing your emotions, or negative self-belief? It might be time to face your unresolved father wounds. In this episode, Jennifer, a clinical psychotherapist and energy healer, talks about the effects of father wounds on a child's development and how it can carry down through generations. She provides insights from her personal and profes...

How do we navigate the challenges of motherhood, anxiety, and finding our own path in life? Join me as I discuss these topics with Melissa, a personal development and life coach with a powerful story to share. Melissa's journey through motherhood and caregiving has been a transformational experience, driving her mission to have conversations about the reality of caregiving and the value societ...

In this episode of the "Don't Be Afraid to Talk" podcast, James is joined by Ilaria, a trauma-informed coach, to discuss people-pleasing. The conversation explores the idea of honoring oneself in relationships, whether they be romantic, familial, or friendships. Ilaria emphasizes the importance of questioning whether a connection is real if one feels they cannot honor themselves in i...

Raiya is a Transitionist, Reiki Master & Energy Worker, Student Midwife, and Herbalist. In this episode, Raiya shares her story of loving someone with a man with Bipolar Disorder The loss it created and the forgiveness and love that it gained 💚 Follow Raiya Iverson : INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/earthsideholistic/ WEBSITE: https://www.earthsideholistic.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.faceb...

How often do we consider the emotional image of a parent and the impact it has on a child's development? We had an incredible conversation with Stephanie Carlinia, a clinical psychologist and trauma specialist from the Netherlands, who provided valuable insights on this topic and more. From parentification to emotional immaturity, join us as we dive deep into the emotional aspects of parenting...

Living with mental illness sucks! It’s draining, stigmatising, and scary. It impacts our well-being, our relationships, our focus and drive. Because I’ve lived with mental illness for over 30 years. Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Burnout are all challenges I’ve been working through over the years… and I still am! Simons share is a personal story about living with OCD...

Impostor Syndrome is characterized by a set of feelings of self-doubt about one's skills, talents, and competence, and/or a persistent fear of being 'found out' or exposed as a 'fraud'. From time to time or throughout their career, academics suffer from Impostor Syndrome, forcing some to never reach their potential and others to leave academia altogether.  Dr Emee Vida Estacio is Author | Psy...

I've navigated many transitions in life that include major moves to new countries, changing jobs, relationships, and building a business.   The most profound season I've walked through is extended singleness which leaves me childless not by choice.  This loss has touched every area of my life and in the depths of grief, it changed the confidence I had in myself and most things in the wor...

Tatiana who is  Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Texas, USA. Questions : 1. How important is it to spend regular quality time together as a whole family 2. How can each partner's background affect the relationship? 3. How important is it to include children in decision-making? 4. How good is it to show empathy to everyone 5. is it good to Acknowledge your errors to everyone? 6....

After being sexually abused by his step-grandad at the age of 10, Perry lived in secrecy for over 12 years. This led him down the path of self-sabotage, that is until the sudden death of his Father in 1017, Perry went on to break the silence and embark on a mission to help as many victims as he could to also Break theirs.  Follow Perry Power :  INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/iampe...

Podcast Questions: What is the Function of Emotions What are the core emotions? Is there a way to Trick Your Emotions? What is one of the reasons we get stuck in our emotions? How do i Process my Emotions? What is the link between our emotions and nervous system Can you calm your Anxiety from Your Nervous System? What are some of the ways of how to Release Emotions Trapped in Your Body Shelly work...

I cannot tell you the exact moment that the slow progression toward the death of my innocent childhood began, but somewhere in those years between three and five, I gradually lost my voice and sense of identity Follow Dr. Amanda Helman: WEBSITE : www.amandahelman.com INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/amandalynnhelman/ FACEBOOK : https://www.facebook.com/amandahelman29/ If you would like to sha...

I was 16 years old when I first tried to lose weight . That was the beginning of 8 years of struggling with food and emotional eating . I tried everything: Atkins, low fat, juice diets, extreme restriction. Eventually, my disordered eating, starvation, bingeing, and purging led to a full-blown eating disorder. I was so stuck in the “good” food, “bad” food mindset.  My days are consumed w...

Danielle is Foundational Trauma Practitioner. I focus on the moments you forgot about. The ones that are affecting you in ways you don’t even know. I am a proud wife and mama to my two boys. I love giving back to others and being a voice for the underdog. I am on a mission to save a million lives. From a young age, I was always intuitive. I knew I had a gift. After struggling with my own health is...

Dr. Candace Drummond has a mission to improve the occupational and mental health of moms and mompreneurs everywhere, featuring services offered by the AViD Intellectual, Inc. and her Momscapades brand. As a long-time mental health and psychological services provider, she is uniquely aware of the self-care and financial challenges that push most moms and mompreneurs to burn out. She founded AViD In...

Debbie shared the story of losing her son through h addictions and the impact that had on her family. Debbie now also works with parents of teens and young adults with mental illness or addiction let go of their fears and live a life of peace and purpose while building a loving lasting relationship with their child. Follow Debbie Gail : WEBSITE : https://debbiegailcoaching.com/ INSTAGRAM : https:/...

Alexa is an empathetic therapist who believes in a person-centered approach to therapy using unconditional positive regard. She is a Licensed Master of Social Work in the state of Arizona with experience in a variety of therapy modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based interventions, Play-based therapy, family a...

Follow Erika Wirth: WEBSITE : https://www.wirthwellness.org/ INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/wirthwellnessbyerika/ FACEBOOK : https://www.facebook.com/erika.esquivel.925059 TWITTER : https://twitter.com/WellnessWirth If you would like to share your story and help inspire others or have a perspective on Mental Health, please contact me for our conversation. Follow The Show: INSTAGRAM : https:...

Dr. Amanda Helman, Ph. D. is an international speaker in the field of education, mental health, and leadership. Her passion is to empower children, teens, women, and children who experienced complex trauma and overcoming limitations to find their voice. Amanda is currently the author of I Am Worthy, Valued, and Loved, a children’s book that empowers children to know they are valuable even when the...

I have survived depression and anxiety, and lost my father to suicide. I’ve held seminars, written articles and given interviews about my journey into and out of depression – and I’ve been a proud Community Champion for PANDA. I’ve also separately been diagnosed with anxiety, and I truly believe mental health needs all the awareness it can get. Follow Israel Smith: INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagra...