The Real HPG

Summary Carolina Gutierrez, a counselor, mental health advocate, and medium, discusses her journey with ADHD and how she turned it into a superpower. She shares her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD in her early 30s and how it helped her understand herself better. Carolina emphasizes removing societal pressure and embracing ADHD as an asset. She also talks about spiritual progression and the...

Summary Kirsten Weiss is a seasoned author who specializes in metaphysical fiction and mystery. Her work explores themes of witchcraft, mysticism, and personal transformation. Metaphysical fiction delves into deeper philosophical and metaphysical questions about life and our place in the world. Mysticism focuses on personal transformation and connecting with the divine, while magic is more about c...

Summary In this episode, author and historian John Brassard Jr. joins The Real HPG Podcast to discuss his interest in strange and dreadful things, including true crime and the paranormal. He shares intriguing stories from the Quad City region, such as the butcher's love triangle and the Valeska Axe Murder House. John emphasizes the importance of exploring the darker aspects of history and how it c...

Summary In this episode, Tina Erwin discusses the concept of life after death and the existence of ghosts. She explains that when a person dies, their soul continues to exist as energy, attached to the physical heart by a silver cord. The soul then moves into the fourth dimension, a place without time, space, or gravity. Tina emphasizes that ghosts are real because energy is real, and they can man...

Summary In this episode, Heather interviews Dana Diaz, an advocate for survivors of narcissistic abuse. Dana shares her journey of enduring narcissistic abuse from childhood to her marriage, and how it led her to become an advocate. The conversation focuses on three key topics: narcissistic abuse, healing from narcissistic abuse, and loving after narcissistic abuse. Dana explains that narcissistic...

Summary In this episode, Jennifer Schwytzer, a certified life coach and social worker, guides us through overcoming anxiety and transitioning into a career focused on mindfulness coaching. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, stress management, and boundary-setting throughout the discussion. Practical tips for recognizing stress signs, managing time effectively, and overcoming pro...

Summary In this episode of the Real HPG Sidebar, Heather and her co-host explore two intriguing topics: the Great Easter Heist of 2024 and the recently released Pentagon report on UAPs (formerly known as UFOs). They discuss the details of the heist, including the possibility of it being an inside job, and delve into the government's investigation of UAP sightings. They express skepticism towards t...

Summary In this conversation, Victoria Pelletier discusses her approach to whole human leadership and its impact on organizational culture. She emphasizes the importance of building authentic connections, being vulnerable, and leading with empathy. Victoria also shares insights on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, highlighting the need for strategic intentionality and cr...

Summary Heather interviews Sara Webb, a resilience coach empowering individuals to overcome heartbreak and embrace resilience. Sarah shares her inspiring journey of resilience, coming out at 40, and finding healing through meditation and spirituality. Takeaways Productivity and relaxation are not mutually exclusive; relaxation is essential for productivity. Meditation is a powerful tool for relaxa...

Summary In this conversation, Paul Zolman, the author of The Role of Love, discusses his journey to becoming a love linguist and creating tools for love. He shares how he grew up in an angry culture and made a conscious decision to break the cycle of anger in his own life. Paul explains the concept of love languages and how he developed a game using a cube to practice different love languages each...

Summary In this wrap-up episode of 'Living My Breastless Life', host HPG highlights key conversations from Season 3 with a diverse range of guests, including experts on healthcare equity, Ketamine Assisted Therapy, time management, and life coaching. She shares her gratitude for the opportunity to connect with people and learn from them. She also announces a hiatus with a refreshing return in Marc...

Summary In Season 3 of the Living My Breastless Life podcast, host HPG interviews various professionals in the helping profession. The episodes explore their motivations, unique approaches, and impact on others. In this episode, HPG shares her journey and career choice as a social worker. She discusses the catalytic event that led her to help others and her experiences in the medical field. Later,...

I got to chat with Blake Helton, a social worker who works with individuals in the forensic unit of a psychiatric hospital and also runs a private practice. Blake shares his journey of recovery from substance abuse and how it influenced his decision to work with individuals in recovery. We discuss the importance of coping skills and finding healthy alternatives to substance use. Blake also talks a...

Jenn Fredericks, a Prosilience Coach, shares her journey as a two-time kidney transplant recipient and caregiver for her daughter. She emphasizes the importance of training for life's challenges and taking the next right step. Jenn discusses survivor guilt and the need to honor all feelings while living in the highest vibration possible. She also highlights the significance of self-care for caregi...

In this conversation, Daniel, a licensed clinical social worker, discusses his focus on trauma and healing, particularly traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Daniel shares his personal experience with a severe TBI and how it led him to pursue a career in social work. He highlights common themes in therapy, such as holding onto hope in recovery and overcoming feelings of unworthiness. Daniel explains t...

On today's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kim Beam. We have a lot in common. We are both social workers and podcasters, and cancer survivors. We chat about what she does for her day job, what led her to social work, and what her future holds. I enjoyed my chat with Kim. Kim Beam is an intuitive coach, published author, and inspirational speaker.  She guides others to tap into the...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Quinn. Dr. Quinn is a psychologist and a service-based business coach who helps women who own businesses balance their work and mental and physical health. She encourages folks to listen to their body's whispers, and I most certainly needed to hear this myself. Dr. Hayley D Quinn is a fellow human being, business owner, coach, supervisor, trainer, clinic...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Sidonie Henbest on the podcast today. I met Sidonie in life coach training (Martha Beck's Wayfinder Life Coach Training) and instantly felt connected to her. Sidonie is a classically trained opera singer, a human potential practitioner, and an overall baddie. I enjoyed having Sidonie on the podcast, and I think you will enjoy this episode. Connect with Sidon...

Check out The No More Wasted Days Podcast with Heather PG and Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet! Heather and Sara are PUMPED to launch the No More Wasted Days Podcast. Be sure to hit the subscribe button NOW because Sara and Heather have been having a BLAST while recording the first episodes. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fgPFfVPk1GnzsiHVrjItC?si=XTIu7guDS9qnYd-kE7lCCw Apple: https://podcasts.appl...

On today's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jaclyn Glee. Jaclyn is a fellow podcaster, social worker, and mental health advocate. Jaclyn shares about her journey to help others, breaks down stigma, and gets really vulnerable about the life experiences that shaped her career, and life trajectory. Jaclyn has been featured in magazines, has her own podcast, and works in Canada in seve...

I had the pleasure of talking with Jeanne Bessette. Jeanne transcends the role of an artist; she is a transformative force and a visionary with an unshakable mission to imprint the world with lasting change. Through her art, she alchemizes the rawness of human experiences, embracing emotions and authenticity, and channeling them into cycles of growth. With a background in shamanism and a mastery o...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Rhonda. We talk about the happy accident that led her to breath work, helping folks heal, and using the pharmacy we have in ourselves. We dive into the benefits of breath work and why we should be doing it. We discuss the parasympathetic nervous system, science, and intentionally taking over your breathing. Rhonda's Bio: This life is an incredible journey! B...

I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Stacy Messiner who is a psychologist who helps folks with ketamine-assisted therapy. I am fascinated by this way of helping people, and so excited to share it with you all today. Dr Meissner is a Psychologist, mother, sister, daughter, and friend.  She has cultivated an extraordinary world of close, deep, and meaningful connections with her clients. Her clini...

Today, we have a special guest joining us, Sam Synett, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Life Coach. Get ready to dive deep into the topic of confidence! We tackle the big question: what exactly is confidence? Sam breaks it down for us, helping us understand the true essence of this elusive quality. We explore the idea of allowing ourselves to be seen, embracing vulnerability, and st...

On todays minisode, HPG shares four simple tips to practice self-compassion. Big thanks to Sam Synett, for re-introducing me to Self-Compassion and Dr. Kristen Neff's work! Self-compassion, as defined by Dr. Kristen Neff: Self-compassion is simply the process of turning compassion inward.  We are kind and understanding rather than harshly self-critical when we fail, make mistakes or feel inade...