Perfectly Broken

In this episode, we dive deep into the power of embodiment— how stepping into the energy of your desired reality is the key to actually creating it. Instead of staying stuck in a cycle of wanting and lack, we explore how to align your actions, thoughts, and behaviors with the version of you that already has the life you desire. What you'll hear: Manifestation requires embodiment: It’s not enou...

In this episode, I welcome on my first male guest, Liam Lindner, to explore the power of vulnerability, especially for men, and the journey to embracing both logic and creativity in the healing process. Our guest, a software engineer and improv performer, shares his experiences growing up in a high-control religious environment, overcoming public speaking fears, and leaning into discomfort to grow...

Hey there! In this episode, we dive into nervous system regulation and how our stress responses impact our ability to be vulnerable in relationships. This is just a glimpse of what we explore in Soulfully Seen , where we go deeper into healing patterns and rewiring the nervous system for authentic connections. Join the Soulfully Seen - Turning Vulnerability into Your Superpower Waitlist What you’l...

Welcome back to part 2 of my episode with the incredibly powerful Courtney Aragon. *Make sure to go back to the previous episode to check out part 1 to get all caught up! In this episode, I continue my deep conversation with Courtney Aragon, diving even further into the themes of truth, connection, and energetic alignment. We explore the concept of time as a human construct, how fear and grief dis...

Join the Soulfully Seen - Turning Vulnerability into Your Superpower Waitlist In this episode, Courtney Aragon shares her powerful journey of transformation and listening to her soul's calling, even through the most challenging times. From a spiritual awakening at 27 to navigating the complexities of relationships, career shifts, and a devastating loss, Courtney reveals the depth of her healing pr...

Join the Soulfully Seen - Turning Vulnerability into Your Superpower Waitlist Hey there! In this episode, we’re diving into three hard-learned lessons about vulnerability. I share my journey from avoiding vulnerability to oversharing and eventually finding a healthy balance. Vulnerability is a powerful tool, but it requires discernment, integrity, and self-awareness. Let’s explore how to use it wi...

Welcome back to Season 3 of Perfectly Broken! In this episode, I reflect on my past New Year's intentions, the lessons I’ve learned, and how those experiences have shaped the way I show up today. I also share my new intention for the year and the massive shifts that have already started unfolding. What you'll hear: Why Intentions Over Resolutions?: Resolutions fade, but an intention guides you all...

Welcome back to Perfectly Broken! I’m Dani Stedman, and I cannot believe we’re stepping into Season 3 together. If you’ve been here for a while, thank you for being on this journey with me. And if you’re new, welcome— this is a space where we embrace the messy, raw, and beautifully imperfect path of healing and self-discovery. This season brings a whole new energy— deeper conversations, bolder tru...

Welcome back! In this episode, I welcome my friend and co-host of the Follow Your Magic retreat, Lauren Little, aka the HypnoBreathwork Queen. She is here to share her expertise and her personal story of overcoming challenges with mental health and redefining vulnerability as her superpower. We discuss the healing impact of truly being seen beyond titles and roles and having authentic connections....

Practice this meditation for cleansing and clearing your energy on a daily basis. As empaths, we unconsciously "absorb" other people's energy which can lead to depression, anxiety, fatigue, or other feelings that don't belong to us. This meditation is grounding and cleansing as we release what isn't ours, call back our energy, and cleanse the chakras. In the end, you will feel lighter and more gro...

Hey y’all! In this heartwarming episode, Mama Stedman returns to get extra vulnerable and explore the complexities of parenting. Through lighthearted storytelling and valuable insights, the episode explores the soul contracts we share with our children, the different ways we’re shaped by parenting, and how children reflect back life lessons. From furbabies to kids, it’s a discussion on the importa...

Welcome back! In this podcast episode, I welcome back my mom, Donna Stedman, and we continue the powerful, honest conversation about her spiritual journey, exploring profound concepts of faith, self-love, and understanding life’s challenges. We reflect on personal growth through hardships and the collective shift towards higher consciousness. What you’ll hear: Embracing Inner Divinity : Reflecting...

In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined again by my mom, Mama Stedman, to reflect on her personal experiences with somatic breathwork. We dive into her spiritual journey, the power of breathwork as a tool for deep healing, and how it connects us to our higher selves, love, and divinity. This candid conversation touches on childhood memories, the nervous system's role in trauma, and the incredible im...

Welcome back! In this episode, we explore the complex dynamics of family relationships and the challenge of setting boundaries. I dive deep into the fears and insecurities that often hold us back from honoring our own needs, and offer practical advice for establishing boundaries in a way that protects your energy without giving away your power. From identifying the roots of your fear to practicing...

In this episode, we explore the power of mantras and how they can help reprogram your mind, shift your consciousness, and elevate your life. Through intentional repetition of words or sounds, mantras act as tools for transformation, allowing us to release old patterns and step into new, aligned ways of being. You'll learn how to choose the right mantra for you and hear about my personal experience...

Hey there! In this podcast episode, I reflect on my birthday experience, exploring themes of unmet expectations, overcoming insecurities, and the power of community. I delve into the emotional challenges that surfaced and how they became opportunities for growth, self-love, and deeper connection with those around me. What you'll hear: Letting Go of Expectations: Life doesn't always go as planned,...

Welcome back! In this podcast episode, I welcome back Dori Corley and we dive into the transformative power of retreats, particularly through somatic practices, and the deep connections formed among women during such immersive experiences. The conversation highlights personal healing journeys, vulnerability, and the release of trauma, all facilitated by the sacred space of a retreat. What you’ll h...

Welcome back! In this episode, we dive into the journey of healing, vulnerability, and self-discovery, featuring a heartfelt conversation with Dori Corley, who I attended a recent retreat with. Together, we explore the powerful transformations that come from navigating relationships, addiction, anxiety, and depression. What you’ll hear: Vulnerability in Connection: Emphasizing the importance of vu...

Hey there! In this episode, Sharon Hines shares her profound journey of self-discovery, intentional living, and navigating life’s many pivots. From starting her career as a teacher to ultimately finding her voice through writing and home organizing, Sharon's story highlights the importance of staying true to oneself despite societal pressures and expectations. What you’ll hear: Recognizing Misalig...

Welcome back! In today’s episode, I share my first official mushroom journey, where I explored the profound effects of psilocybin on my mind, body, and spirit. I'll dive into the potential benefits of magic mushrooms, the stigmas surrounding them, and the insights I gained during my deeply transformative experience. This episode is a raw, honest look at how plant medicine can open doors to self-di...

In this episode of Perfectly Broken, I’m delving into my second spiritual awakening, a journey that’s been as challenging as it is transformative. I’ll share a raw, late-night recording where I reflect on my struggles with this new phase, which now includes a full-blown identity crisis. Whether you’re dealing with your own identity shifts or major life transitions, this episode offers support and...

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In this episode of Perfectly Broken, we discuss the societal conditionings around emotional expression for men and women, especially the female rage. I share my personal journey of uncovering and releasing deeply repressed anger through somatic practices and how the “good girl” conditioning has prevented me from speaking up for myself in dangerous situations. What you’ll hear: Impact of the Hurric...

Welcome back! In today’s episode, we discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl and the unexpected personal growth it triggered. Through the challenges and disruptions, it brought up the deep-seeded societal desire to be “rescued” by a man and feeling abandoned as a result. What you'll hear: Hurricane Beryl's Aftermath: Facing physical and mental challenges, and embracing messy action despite disrup...

Hey there! On this episode of Perfectly Broken, we delve into the profound and complex journey of healing and understanding following the loss of a loved one. We explore how my dad’s death became the catalyst for so much personal growth, deeper relationships, and emotional resilience. I share more about some of the raw and painful experiences I had with my father growing up, and how my perspective...