The Indomitable Podcast

In this episode, Lauren Chava Rose shares her journey leaving her family and finding herself as an author and psychotherapist specializing in trauma. Di and Lauren discuss their own stories and the myth of reconciliation in families who'd rather protect abusers. Additional Links Buy Lauren's book on Amazon Lauren on Instagram: @LaurenChavaRose Jagged Path Writing on Instagram: @JaggedPathW...

Damali Shepherd, a photographer and writer, shares her journey in capturing the essence of her clients through photography. She discusses the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients to overcome their insecurities and express themselves authentically. In this dicussion, Di and Damaly emphasize the importance of finding that thing within yourself that needs healing a...

In this episode, Christina Frye discusses her holistic marketing approach and the importance of understanding human psychology in marketing. She introduces the concept of marketing archetypes and explains how they can help business owners find their unique marketing lane. She also challenges the need for constant comfort and how getting out of our comfort zones (like cold-dipping!) can build forti...

Content warning: Domestic Abuse, Alcohol/Drug Addiction, Death Stephanie Jordan shares her journey through two marriages overcoming codependency, domestic abuse, addiction, and the sudden loss of her second husband. She discusses the challenges of healing from trauma, codependency, and the many misconceptions about widowhood and how to comfort those grieving. Additional Links Find Stephanie at www...

In this episode, Di interviews Wendela Whitcomb Marsh who shares her personal journey and expertise in late-diagnosed autism. She discusses the challenges of coping with tragedy and moving forward, the misconceptions about neurodiversity, and the uphill battle of diagnosis in adults with neurodivergence. Additional Links Buy Di's latest book "Indomitable: A Foster Care Story" at dici...

In this episode, Lynn Abaté-Johnson shares her journey as a caregiver through her mother's passing and how it led her to connect more authentically with others to build better professional communities in her work. Lynn and Di explore ways to leverage social media as a tool for community building, rather than letting it use you. Additionally, the conversation touches on the importance of being...

In this episode, Di interviews Coach D, a renowned motivational strategist and executive coach. Coach D emphasizes the need for authentic forms of self-care beyond surface-level activities and how it can help teams prioritize dealing with burnout. They also explore the role of effective leadership in creating healthy cultures and the importance of self-advocacy and honest communication. Additional...

Trigger warning: Suicide Genitta Pascal, a childhood cancer survivor and mindset shifting coach, shares her journey of overcoming physical and mental health challenges to build a business helping others to overcome anything holding them back. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries and practicing self-care, as well as managing anxiety and depression. Additional Links Linkedin: www.linke...

Tiffany O'Hearn joins Di on the podcast this week to emphasize the importance of self-love and self-acceptance in the healing process. She shares how we can shift our subconscious beliefs towards a more positive and self-affirming outlook by making small and simple changes, even just replacing a single word that we all use every day! Additional Info Tiffany's website: www.lifeandbreath.inf...

Amber Powers shares her journey of leaving a cult, finding her voice, and becoming an advocate for women in business. She discusses the challenges of writing a memoir and the healing process it entails. Amber also talks about her work in helping women embrace their authenticity and reach their ideal audience. The conversation explores the beliefs and ideals of cults, the behavior of cult leaders,...

In this episode, Di interviews Heather Tharpe, a hypnotherapist and wellness practitioner. Heather discusses her background in yoga and working with children, as well as her journey into hypnosis. Heather explains her approach to hypnosis for adults and the importance of healing the inner child and addressing generational trauma. The episode highlights the impact of hypnosis on Di and her family,...

Di and Stacy Uhrig discuss how childhood trauma impacts our adult lives, and how inter-generational stigmas can block children from receiving the support they need. About Stacey Uhrig Stacey Urig is a certified trauma recovery coach, speaker, and host of the podcast, Flip Your Mindset. She specializes in understanding the impact of childhood and development trauma on adults and helps individuals b...

Di and Ashley Nance discuss the challenges neurospicy children face, and how teaching our children to self-advocate can help them overcome a world not designed for those who think differently. About Ashley Nance Ashley Nance is a product-launching powerhouse for consultants, speakers, and leadership brands. She considers her role as a mother to be her “dream job,” however, and her husband and five...

Di and Paul discuss the most common myths about autism that we wish would disappear, the importance of emotional intelligence training, and how boundaries are more about the ways we connect instead of how we push others away. About Paul Micallef Paul is an autistic life coach, speaker, facilitator, and trainer with a passion for neurodiversity and emotional intelligence, leveraging his own lived e...

Andrii Lytvynov left Ukraine only two days before Russia's invasion in 2022, but continues to fight by supporting other refugees displaced by the war. In this episode, Di and Andrii discuss the value of found family in overcoming trauma, and how communities find strength by banding together despite their differences, even in the aftermath of tragic world events. If you'd like to help those...

Di and Tameka share how they met as women in tech and how being true to your best authentic self can give you the power to overcome professional anxiety and social media paralysis. About Tameka Bazile Tameka Bazile is a 6-year Brand and Social Strategist and present Head of Artist Relations and Marketing for TIMEPieces, TIME's web3 initiative. A Brooklyn, New York native, Tameka began her jour...

Di Ciruolo and Social Worker Teauania Charles discuss foster care and surviving the system. About Teauania Charles Teauania is a  Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has dedicated the last 13 years to helping individuals living with mental health challenges. Teauania received her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies and Human Services at Kansas State University in 2011 and her Master's degree i...

Di Ciruolo and Rob Scheer discuss their uplifting stories of triumph and resilience. About Rob Scheer Rob Scheer is the founder of Comfort Cases, a charity whose mission is to inspire communities to bring dignity and hope to youth in foster care in every state in the United States, Washington DC, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. Comfort Cases has been featured on The Ellen Show, The Today Show...

Breaking the Silence: Di Ciruolo and Charell Star discuss ways to amplify foster care voices. About Charell Star Charell Star is a storyteller with a passion for creating experiences that connect people in a way that celebrates, inspires, entertains, and empowers. She loves working across all mediums to tell a story and reach audiences and believes the most powerful messages are delivered through...

Di discusses options to transform the system and what adoptive parents need to know with Ce Eshelman. About Ce Eshelman Ce Eshelman LMFT Is Marriage and Family Therapist for nearly 40 years. She opened The Attach Place Center for Strengthening Relationships, LLC, after years of struggling to find help with the attachment challenges and complex trauma of her two children she brought home from the f...

"We're not just here to share stories, we're here to make a difference." About Mary Holiman Mary Holiman has years of experience volunteering with and working for organizations centered around bettering families and their communities through providing support, after-school programs, positive discipline training, and other resources, with her most recent experience focused on prov...