Lift OneSelf -Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Your body doesn't lie. That tightness in your chest before their call? The knot in your stomach when they text? It's not anxiety—it's clarity. In this raw, unfiltered episode, I reveal how I stayed trapped for years in relationships that dimmed my light—convinced that familiar discomfort was safer than the unknown. These weren't dramatic, obvious toxicity. They...

Send us Fan Mail What if the physical pain you've battled for years isn't actually physical at all? Jenny Harkleroad's extraordinary journey from debilitating chronic pain to complete healing challenges everything we think we know about our bodies and minds. After a hiking accident left her with a broken back, Jenny's expected six-week recovery stretched into years of agony tha...

Send us Fan Mail That feeling of existing in a room full of people yet somehow remaining completely invisible—it cuts deeper than we often admit. Through vulnerable reflection, I explore this universal wound of feeling unseen and the exhausting pattern of seeking validation from people and places that simply cannot give it. Many of us know the sting of having our truth dismissed or misunderstood,...

Send us Fan Mail After years of feeling trapped by the shadows of her past, Dr. Kelly Bohnhoff  discovered a transformative path that led her from trauma to triumph. Join us as she shares her remarkable story of healing and empowerment, revealing the powerful connections between trauma, energy, and the nervous system. We explore the concept of "parachuting" into life circumstances, sugge...

Send us Fan Mail Tina Clarke, a shamanic Reiki master teacher, joins us to share her fascinating journey into the world of metaphysical healing and spiritual exploration. Together, we navigate through the often unspoken realms of trauma, self-care, and spirituality, offering insights into how these areas intertwine in our everyday lives. Tina opens up about her path since 2011 into shamanism and R...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could break free from lifelong patterns of codependence and transform your life through the power of boundaries? In this episode of Lift One Self, we sit down with Barb Nangle, a remarkable boundaries coach who turned her life around through 12-step recovery programs. Barb opens up about her journey through Codependence Anonymous and Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dy...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how parenthood mirrors spiritual transformation in this soul-stirring conversation with Rabbi Alon Ferenci, whose journey from pulpit to counseling reveals profound insights about personal growth and healing. Join us on Lift One Self as we explore mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and the delicate balance of preserving childhood wonder while building authentic parent-c...

Send us Fan Mail What if true strength isn't about holding it all together, yet embracing our raw emotions? In this transformative episode about emotional healing and authentic living, I share a deeply personal journey sparked by my friend Natalie's transition - a profound experience that opened deeper layers of my own healing journey. Key Topics We Explore: The unexpected pathway to gen...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine carrying the weight of unprocessed trauma, not just in your mind, but etched into the very fibers of your being. Join me, Nat Nat, on a transformative journey with Dr. Momoko Uno, a leading expert in integrative medicine, as we unravel the profound connection between trauma and the body. Our conversation shines a light on how deeply embedded trauma can disrupt the nervous...

Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you're constantly battling an inner storm of emotions, trying to make sense of them while feeling more disconnected than ever? Join me, Nat, as I share my personal journey of navigating this emotional whirlwind. I promise you'll uncover how the ego's need for protection often leads us to overanalyze our feelings, creating a rift between our emotions a...

Send us Fan Mail What if the path to your most authentic self requires letting go of who you used to be? Join the Lift One Self podcast as we welcome clarity coach and business strategist Dominiece Clifton for an intimate exploration of authentic transformation. Dominiece shares her journey through motherhood, entrepreneurship, and her role as a business doula, while unpacking the powerful concept...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt trapped by the rules that seem to shift for those at the top while you’re stuck playing by them? Discover how to reclaim your emotional sovereignty and transform frustration into personal power in this enlightening episode of the Lift One's Self podcast. Through genuine stories and actionable practices, we unravel the disparities in power dynamics and how they affec...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how to uncover your unique gift and share it with the world as we sit down with Ian Chamandy, a seasoned expert in guiding both corporations and individuals toward their true purpose. Our episode begins with a grounding meditation exercise, setting the stage for a transformative conversation. Ian draws from Pablo Picasso's timeless wisdom, explaining how purpose is n...

Send us Fan Mail Can gratitude and grief coexist harmoniously? Join me on this transformative episode of the Lift One Self podcast, where we challenge the conventional understanding of emotional well-being and mental wealth. I recount my own experiences with prioritizing personal grief amid life's tumult, aiming to illuminate the path toward emotional authenticity. Through practical tools lik...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how early life experiences shape our understanding of mortality? Join me, NatNat, as I share my story of loss and the journey it has led me on to confront grief and fear with a new perspective. I'm joined by Roy Coughlan, an insightful entrepreneur from Ireland now residing in Poland, who brings his own unique views on life and death. Together, we uncov...

Send us Fan Mail In this thought-provoking episode of LiftOneSelf, host NatNat explores the concept of "mental wealth" - a fresh perspective on resilience and emotional wellbeing for 2025. Moving beyond traditional stress management, she discusses how embracing all emotions, even difficult ones, builds genuine resilience. Through personal insights and a guided meditation, NatNat shares p...

Send us Fan Mail Losing a spouse, navigating single parenthood, and managing a disability, all before the age of 38 – Michaela's story is one of resilience and empowerment. On this episode of the Lift One Self podcast, we sit down with Michaela, a remarkable author and speaker, who courageously shares her journey through life's "38 triple D" – disability, divorce, and death. He...

Send us Fan Mail Grieving the loss of a loved one often feels insurmountable, but what if there was a method to navigate those tumultuous waters with a bit more ease? This week, we host Denise Dillworth , who shares her personal journey of loss after her husband Martin's passing in 2009. Struggling with traditional counseling methods, Denise crafted her own unique "flow method" to h...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever considered that accepting reality, especially in times of profound loss, doesn't mean suppressing your emotions but rather embracing them fully? Join me on the Lift One's Self podcast as I recount a vivid dream that stirred deep emotions and led to a renewed understanding of living with loss. Through personal stories from my experiences as a hospice caregiv...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to a balanced and fulfilling life as we welcome Dr. Wendy O'Connor, a trailblazing positive psychologist and success strategist for female entrepreneurs. Discover how Dr. Wendy transitioned from a clinical psychologist to a positive psychology coach, dedicated to guiding women from a state of good to great. Our conversation breaks down the stigmas of hustle...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the holiday spirit collides with the shadow of grief? Join me, nat Nat, on Lift One Self as I share deeply personal reflections on how navigating the festive season has transformed since losing my grandmother just before my birthday. The holidays, once a time of joy and family unity, now hold a complex mix of emotions. By sharing my journey, I hope to create a sa...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could transform unresolved traumas into a pathway for personal growth? Join us as Vandana, a Reiki master who has delved deeply into various spiritual traditions, unravels her unique journey. From becoming attuned to the healing energies of Buddhism, Sufism, and Hinduism to creating her own modality called Rich Healing, Vandana shares how these experiences have shaped...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when toxic masculinity prevents emotional openness and leads to unimaginable loss? In this heart-wrenching episode of Lift One Self, we sit down with Thomas Brown, an author, director, and mental health advocate who has dedicated his life to breaking mental health stigmas after losing his brother to suicide. Thomas shares his deeply personal journey and the profound l...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a poignant exploration of grief and healing with our special guest, Henry Cameron, a certified grief and survival counselor who has turned immense personal loss into a beacon of hope for others. After experiencing the heart-wrenching loss of his son, Cameron, to brain cancer, Henry shares his transformative journey towards rediscovering joy. His work with the Lost Trav...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the transformative power of somatic awareness and learn how to tap into the body's natural wisdom with the Lift One Self podcast. By connecting with our body's signals, such as the tightness that accompanies anxiety or the tranquility following a deep breath, we can unlock a deeper understanding and communication within ourselves. Explore how the delicate interp...