The Messy Truth of Transformation

How do you cope when the unimaginable happens?  In this powerful episode, I sit down with Judy Giovangelo, the founder of Ben Speaks and Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist, who vulnerably shares her heart-wrenching story of losing her son Ben to suicide at just 18 years old. Judy opens up about the incredibly unique soul that Ben was, the challenges they faced throughout his life, and the profound...

In this solo episode, I open up about what vulnerability and authenticity really look like for me behind the scenes.  I share insights from a recent course I completed on emotional awareness and the VIEW state of mind — a powerful lens that has helped me become more present and self-compassionate during emotionally challenging times. I also take you inside my personal process for reparenting mysel...

In this super raw and revealing episode, I sit down with Luke Beastall, former semi-pro footballer turned entrepreneur, coach, and all-around powerhouse of authenticity. Luke opens up candidly about his journey from chasing a dream on the football field to battling body image issues, dealing with bullying, losing himself and his confidence, launching a successful personal training business — and t...

This episode is a raw, vulnerable, and incredibly empowering conversation with transformation coach Julia Phoenix — a woman who has lived through some of the most intense trauma imaginable and turned her pain into profound purpose. Julia opens up about growing up with parents in a cult, enduring sexual abuse as a child, and being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 10. From those early traumatic...

In this powerful and raw episode, Em Hollis is joined by life coach Lyndsay Gilson, founder of Embody You, for a deep and honest conversation about what happens when chronic compassion fatigue, people-pleasing, and perfectionism push you to your edge. Lyndsay vulnerably shares the moment everything came crashing down — a breaking point at work that forced her to look within and finally begin the h...

The Illness Was the Messenger – Cindy Costley’s 35-Year Healing Journey In this powerful episode, I sit down with Cindy Costley, founder of The Underlying Answers and creator of the Electromagnetic Body Desensitization Technique™ (EBDT™), to unpack a nearly 35-year journey of illness, awakening, and radical healing. Cindy shares her extraordinary story of living with a rare autoimmune condition th...

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Are you ready to hear what no one else will tell you about the emotional rollercoaster of starting and running a heart-led business? In this raw and real solo episode of The Messy Truth of Transformation, Em Hollis opens up about the behind-the-scenes truth of building a spiritual business—from the breakdowns to the breakthroughs. Whether you're a coach, healer, soul-led entrepreneur, or want to c...

In this raw and soul-expanding episode, I sit down with the radiant and heart centered Yummi Nguyen to explore the often-misunderstood space between spiritual growth and our very real human experience.   Yummi shares her deeply personal story — including a moment of such darkness and despair that she nearly jumped in front of a train. Stuck in a marriage that wasn’t aligned and paralyzed by anxiet...

In this unapologetically raw and powerful episode, I’m joined by the one and only Kyera Kacey — a bold force in the world of personal and professional transformation and wealth creation. Kyera doesn’t sugarcoat anything. She shares the messy, behind-the-scenes truth of her journey to wealth — including the hard lessons, emotional breakdowns, and moments most people would never post about on Instag...

In this week's solo episode, I explore a topic that’s been trending a little too much lately — narcissism. And furthermore, spiritual narcissism. We hear the word “narcissist” thrown around constantly online… but do we really know what it means? More importantly, do we know when we might unconsciously be embodying some of these traits ourselves, especially after having a spiritual awakening? Insid...

In this week's powerful pod episode, Em sits down with Stanton Carter — a dear friend with a remarkable story of transformation. From years of numbing with alcohol to finally facing his emotions head-on, Stanton shares the raw, unfiltered truth about what healing really takes. He opens up about how alcohol became a "normal" part of life, what it looked like in his darkest hours, how he started his...

When Growth Gets Lonely: Navigating Relationships That No Longer Align In this episode of The Messy Truth of Transformation, I open up about one of the hardest parts of personal and spiritual growth — losing relationships along the way. Whether it’s friendships, family, or partners, big inner shifts can sometimes mean certain connections no longer feel aligned. I share a very personal story about...

Ego Death, Rock Bottom, and the Road to Reinvention with Scott Hollis– Part 2   In this powerful continuation of Scott’s story, we go even deeper into his transformation journey—beyond the body, into the heart, and through the mind.   In Part 1, we explored how Scott overcame full body paralysis and endured the trauma of losing his best friend in a tragic drowning. In Part 2, the healing continues...

In this powerful two-part conversation, I sit down with my husband, Scott, to share his story that’s both deeply personal and profoundly human.   Years ago, Scott found himself completely paralyzed — unable to move, unsure if he’d ever walk again. But through a journey of determination, inner healing, perseverance, and alternative therapies, he defied the odds and reclaimed his body.   To watch a...

Let’s get real for a second… why does it seem like when life gets chaotic and our nervous systems are out of whack, our bodies decide to literally hold everything in? In this episode of The Messy Truth of Transformation, we’re talking about a subject no one wants to admit—but nearly every woman has experienced: constipation during chronic stress. This isn’t just about digestion—it’s about the mind...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "The Messy Truth of Transformation." Join us as we embark on a journey of authenticity, exploring the raw and unfiltered aspects of personal growth. In this episode, we delve into the challenges of overcoming perfectionism and the liberating power of embracing imperfection. Through candid storytelling, we uncover the beauty in vulnerability and the strength foun...