ThoughtVolution Podcast

In this powerful episode of Thoughtvolution, we dive deep into the extraordinary life and career of Helen, an integral developmental coach based on the beautiful Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. Born in Brisbane, Helen's journey is one of profound transformation, resilience, and self-discovery. Helen opens up about her challenging upbringing, being born from an affair and raised in a Chris...

Join us for an exhilarating journey into the heart of adventure and self-discovery as we sit down with Miguel Yga, a modern-day explorer and travel writer extraordinaire. Born in Monterrey, Mexico, Miguel's insatiable curiosity and deep yearning to connect with the world around him have propelled him on a remarkable odyssey, one filled with daring escapades, profound encounters, and unexpected twi...

In this deeply introspective episode of ThoughtVolution, host Stefan Dubiel engages in a profound conversation with Rachael, a coach, consultant, and IFS-informed practitioner, whose journey embodies resilience, wisdom, and the unyielding pursuit of authenticity. Born and raised in Missouri, Rachael's story is a multifaceted tapestry woven from the threads of her bi-cultural upbringing, adventures...

In this heartwarming episode of ThoughtVolution, host Stefan Dubiel invites listeners to embark on a journey of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of unconditional love. Our guest, Carmen, shares her remarkable story of overcoming adversity after suffering a severe concussion and traumatic brain injury in a tragic accident. For over two years, Carmen battled with pain, anxiety, and ove...

In this gripping episode of ThoughtVolution, host Stefan Dubiel introduces us to Josh, a Relationship Communication Coach from Hayle, Cornwall, whose life story is nothing short of extraordinary. Raised within the confines of a Jehovah's Witness upbringing, Josh battled with profound challenges including suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and alcoholism during his teenage years. Yet, against all odds,...

In the Season 2 premiere of ThoughtVolution, host Stefan Dubiel reconnects with the ThoughtVolutionists after a meaningful hiatus. The episode introduces Danielle Patrice, a passionate individual living in New Jersey with her sons William and Walter. Danielle Patrice's life takes an unexpected turn as she becomes a survivor of domestic abuse. As an author, Danielle Patrice channels her pain into w...

Unveiling the Resilience Within: ThoughtVolution Season Two is a podcast that invites listeners on a brand new journey into the heart of human experience. In each episode, the raw and unfiltered stories of resilience, hope, and unwavering spirit are celebrated. Exactly one year after the very first episode on Valentine's Day 2024, this season promises to be a testament to the power of storytelling...

In this powerful season 1 finale of our podcast, we introduce you to Terry, a resilient writer and storyteller born and raised in Detroit. Terry's extraordinary journey encompasses survival, healing, and advocacy, as she shares her harrowing experience as a homicide survivor and her unwavering commitment to empowering others who have endured similar trauma. Terry's story is a testament to the indo...

In this captivating episode of our podcast, we unravel the extraordinary journey of Gaby, a 57-year-old Singer/Songwriter and Youth Education Director. Born in Santa Monica, CA, and now residing in Asheville, NC, Gaby's life story weaves together a tapestry of loss, resilience, and the power of rediscovering one's passion. Gaby's upbringing in the entertainment industry, with a mother who was a Pl...

In this deeply emotional episode of ThoughtVolution, we dive into the extraordinary life of Tyler, an Empowerment Coach and Branding Strategist who has embarked on a remarkable journey of self-discovery and compassion. Born in Jerseyville, IL, and now residing in Fort Worth, Texas, Tyler's experiences and beliefs shape a unique perspective on life and the interconnectedness of humanity. Tyler's st...

In this profoundly uplifting episode of our podcast, we have the privilege of sharing Emily's remarkable journey. At 31 years old, residing in Georgia, Emily's path took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Throughout her challenging battle, Emily's unwavering faith in God, her resilience, and her encounters with an unexpected online community became transformative forces...

Just like 1 in 700 babies, Vickie was born with a bilateral cleft lip and palate. Sadly, being different from the masses often forces you to grow a thicker skin, to learn to endure bullying, ridicule, and the constant mocking of those believing that their conformity with society's standards gives them the permission to hurt others. It took Vicky a very long time to accept herself for who she truly...

Charlie experienced a rough childhood, one that was lined with physical abuse, neglect, and a general lack of love and affection. Instead of teddy bears, lego sets, and the warmth of family, Charlie ended up finding refuge in the most unlikely of places: in violent horror movies, a genre he began to explore at the age of five. Charlie will tell us how he picked up the shards of his broken childhoo...

Baylen creates beautiful art, he is eloquent, speaks gently, and seems like the kind of guy you would probably enjoy having a cup of coffee with while having a carefree conversation about life. Just an altogether wonderful person. That's who Baylen is TODAY. What you may not see is what it took for him to get to the state of peace and self reflection he is now in. Baylen is in recovery from a hero...

Jenn's life has been marked by hardship but also by the spirit of family and togetherness. When the doctor diagnosed her with LEMS (Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome), an ultra rare disease with death as the ultimate outcome, he did not even look her in the eyes. The earth shattering words that would forever alter the rest of her precious life were more or less just thrown in front of her to deal...

Do you know where you belong and where you are at home? This sounds like such a simple question but for my guest, Jenny, the search for a place to consider home was a painful journey. Born in Indonesia to a family of Chinese immigrants, Jenny always felt ostracized and far from a place of true belonging. Indonesia's culture had very little space for 'people like her' and in her own family, harsh r...

Overcoming difficult things is one of Jetty's special superpowers. Not only has she managed to survive bulimia, severe childhood trauma, depression, and Lyme disease, she also successfully completed two Ironman competitions and was able to completely redefine herself in order to finally give herself permission to be loved. Growing up in the Netherlands, Jetty felt invisible throughout her entire c...

Have you ever wondered what it must be like to be sick every sigle day? To wake up knowing that being well means something completely different to you because you are chronically ill? Susie will tell us about her 'illness collection' and how it affects her life . Does she love her body even though it appears to fail her almost every day? What is it like to live when the likelihood of death follows...

How do you rediscover your hunger for life when you have been starving yourself for 25 years? Scarlett's struggle with anorexia and the binge-purge eating disorder called bulimia almost cost her her life. After early weight struggles, and a feeling of complete isolation, the eating disorder caused her to starve herself from 20 stone (280 lbs) to under 5 stone (under 70 lbs), walking only inches aw...

Sandra has had a lot of trauma to work through and she actually managed, as she says, to completely heal herself from the wounds caused by childhood molestation, sexual assault, bullying, and rape. Her life motto is to never say you cannot do it and she follows that principle to this day. Listen to Sandra tell us how she managed to climb out of that bottomless pit of pain to fully reclaim her life...

Welcome to this deeply emotional episode of ThoughtVolution. Today, we want to share the inspiring story of a man who faced his demons and came out victorious. Meet Dallas, a 46-year-old recovery coach who was born in West Virginia and now resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dallas has two children: Liliana and Jonah, who were his biggest source of inspiration to finally turn his life around aft...

Suzanne experienced the unspeakable: Her son, Ben, died by suicide at the age of 22. How does a parent handle the loss of their child? How do we all deal with grief and the unbearable burden it tends to show up as? Whether we admit it or not, we will all be touched by grief and loss at some point in our lives. What is it like to continue to live when a part of you is irrevocably taken from you? Su...

Olga was born in the Soviet Union. She later decided leave Russia and move to the United States in hopes of a better, safer life for herself and her son. Not only did she find freedom in the "new world", she even ended up joining the US navy to give back to the country and the people who allowed her to provide her family with a secure and prosperous future. In this episode, we will hear a story ab...

When Eric's sister Jess died from a drug overdose, it was as much of a heartbreaking farewell for him as it was a doorway to finding his most authentic self. Departing from self induced suffering, Eric now finds joy and comfort in the music he makes and the deep self discovery process his sister's passing initiated for him. Listen to this powerful story about letting go to find the way back to you...

Erin is a wonderful person and somebody who has learned to appreciate the preciousness of life despite chronic illness. After what was most likely a COVID infection during the very first wave when testing was still largely unavailable, Erin developed long COVID symptoms that affect her to this day. The COVID virus appears to have caused a rare lung disease called Autoimmune Pulmonary Alveolar Prot...