Helen Valentino
Thriving not Surviving
Thriving, Not Surviving is a podcast for anyone who’s ever faced life’s challenges and wondered, Is there more to life than just getting by? Hosted by Helen Valentino, this show dives deep into personal growth, resilience, and the incredible power of transformation. Through solo episodes and inspiring guest interviews, we explore real-life stories of people who have not only overcome adversity but found ways to truly thrive . Whether you’re navigating change, seeking purpose, or just need a dose of motivation, this podcast is your companion on the journey to a more fulfilling life. Because you...
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Helen Valentino
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Latest episode
Oct 20, 2026
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Episodes
Ep 85 Simona’s Story: The Courage to Change Everything 20.10.2026 1:23:33
Keywords surviving to thriving, freedom, courage, authenticity, spirituality, faith, resilience, community, purpose, self-discovery, trusting the universe Summary What would you do if everything looked perfect on the outside — a good career, money, status, relationships — but inside you were falling apart? Simona’s extraordinary story takes us from Romania to Canada, Japan, Nepal, the Indian Himal...
Ep 84 Liz’s Story: From Good Girl to Radical Authenticity 13.10.2026 1:11:03
KEYWORDS Liz Baitson, High Net Connect, authenticity, good girl archetype, ADHD, masking, boundaries, shadow work, spirituality, business, relationships, consciousness, thriving SUMMARY What happens when a life that looks incredibly successful from the outside feels completely wrong on the inside? Liz Baitson, founder of High Net Connect, joins me for a gloriously honest and wonderfully wild conve...
Ep 83 Jenny’s Story: From Hidden Trauma to Healing and Hope 06.10.2026 1:18:00
Listen with Care ❤️ This episode explores some very difficult experiences, including childhood abuse, sexual abuse, trafficking, Satanic Ritual Abuse, trauma and healing. Jenny shares her personal experiences openly, but without going into graphic detail. If any of these subjects are difficult for you, please listen with care and look after yourself. Keywords - trauma healing, forgiveness, faith,...
Ep 82 Natalie’s Story: When Darkness Becomes the Doorway to Rebirth 29.09.2026 1:13:53
Keywords Psychosis, spiritual crisis, trauma, ancestral healing, sovereignty, boundaries, forgiveness, sacred union, death and rebirth, victim consciousness, Egypt, Natalie Rose Summary What if the darkest chapter of your life isn't the end of your story — but the doorway to who you are becoming? Natalie Rose joins me for an extraordinarily honest conversation about surviving psychosis, ancest...
Ep 81 Alison’s Story: Who are You without the Roles? 22.09.2026 1:26:39
KEYWORDS Identity, ADHD, neurodivergence, sensitivity, self-worth, perfectionism, people pleasing, healing, intuition, boundaries, community, purpose, transformation SUMMARY What if the things you were criticised for were actually your gifts? Alison Kerr shares her powerful journey from feeling “too much” and “not enough” to understanding who she really is. We talk neurodivergence, sensitivity, pe...
Ep 80 Josh’s Story: When Love Slowly Becomes Control 15.09.2026 1:05:11
A GENTLE NOTE BEFORE LISTENING This episode includes honest conversations about domestic abuse, coercive control, emotional, financial and sexual abuse, intimidation and non-fatal strangulation. Some of the content may feel difficult to hear, so please take care of yourself while listening. KEYWORDS Domestic abuse, coercive control, emotional abuse, financial abuse, sexual abuse, survivor story, L...
Ep 79 Piers’ Story: The Bravest Thing You Can Say Is Help 08.09.2026 51:12
Keywords Piers Day, mental health, suicide prevention, anxiety, depression, hypnotherapy, unconscious mind, negative self-talk, self-worth, self-love, reframing, NLP, personal development, asking for help, men’s mental health, emotional wellbeing, hope, resilience, EFT, tapping Summary In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Piers Day shares the life-changing experience that led him from...
Ep 78 Lizette’s Story: Mental Health & Strength 01.09.2026 1:02:47
Keywords Medical negligence, resilience, thriving after trauma, short bowel syndrome, intestinal tuberculosis, near death experience, neuroscience, brain coaching, cognitive neuroscience, visualization, manifestation, mindset, healing, hope, perseverance, overcoming adversity, chronic illness, Brain Fitness Center Africa, mental fitness, personal growth, trauma recovery, inspiration, survival, cou...
Ep 77 Simone's Story: From Fear to Freedom Through Spirit 25.08.2026 1:29:18
Keywords Psychic Medium • Spirit Communication • Childhood Intuition • Healing • Spiritual Awakening • Shamanism • Authenticity • Depression • Mental Health • Belonging • Trauma • Spiritual Gifts • Energy Healing • Aromatherapy • Intuition • Self Acceptance • Mediumship • Personal Growth • Spirit Guides • Healing Journey • Neurodiversity • Dyslexia • Plant Medicine • Purpose • Transformation Summa...
Ep 76 Jo's Story: The Day I Decided to Live 18.08.2026 1:19:39
Keywords Trauma, Childhood Trauma, Resilience, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Tapping, Neuroplasticity, Chronic Pain, Mental Health, Recovery, Healing, Forgiveness, Marathon Running, Mindset, Personal Growth, Adversity, Hope, Inspiration, Thriving Not Surviving Summary What happens when years of unresolved trauma fi...
Ep 75 William's Story: No Human Is Useless 11.08.2026 44:16
Keywords Depression, resilience, purpose, mental health, healing, meditation, suicide prevention, personal growth, overcoming adversity, Ghana, No Human Is Useless, William Plange, emotional wellbeing, asking for help, self-worth, hope, thriving, silence, intuition, healing journey, inspirational stories Summary William Plange's story is one of extraordinary resilience. Growing up in Ghana believi...
Ep 74 Jayne's Story: The Hidden Cost of Compassion 04.08.2026 1:24:21
Keywords Compassion fatigue, burnout, nursing, healthcare, emotional resilience, panic attacks, anxiety, mental health, self-compassion, emotional wellbeing, NHS, stress management, resilience training, healthcare leadership, horses, equine therapy, teaching, emotional safety, trauma, vicarious trauma, healthcare professionals, carers, first aid, compassion, wellbeing at work, EF Training, emotion...
Ep 73 Lisa's Story: Thriving After Life's Biggest Wake-Up Call 28.07.2026 56:02
Keywords Near-death experience, coma survivor, pneumonia, resilience, women's health, menopause, post-menopause, osteoporosis, osteopenia, lifestyle medicine, holistic health, midlife wellness, grief, healing, infertility, IVF, sobriety, women's circles, meditation, biohacking, health coaching, wellbeing, personal growth, thriving after trauma, Thriving Not Surviving Podcast. Summary At just 27 ye...
Ep 72 Lorna's Story: Thirty Years to One Life-Changing Question 21.07.2026 57:24
Keywords thriving, self-discovery, embodiment, sexuality, women's empowerment, self-trust, personal growth, healing, intimacy, relationships, somatic healing, pleasure, emotional wellbeing, awakening, midlife transformation, feminine wisdom, consent, self-love, authenticity, resilience Summary In this deeply honest and thought-provoking conversation, Helen speaks with Lorna Gale, Story Unweaver, S...
Ep 71 Liz’s Story: Constellations - The Hidden Patterns That Shape Our Lives 14.07.2026 1:05:03
Keywords Family constellations, generational trauma, ancestral healing, shame, guilt, forgiveness, healing, relationships, emotional wellbeing, trauma recovery, personal growth, self-worth, survivors, thriving, family systems, spirituality, empowerment, healing modalities, emotional healing, thriving Summary In this powerful and deeply thought-provoking episode, Helen welcomes Liz Sleeper to the p...
Ep 70 Sophia’s Story - Soul Purpose through Near Death, Loss & Signs 07.07.2026 1:30:58
Keywords Thriving, near death experience, NDE, spiritual awakening, trauma healing, family constellations, Bert Hellinger, life between lives, Michael Newton, soul purpose, soul contracts, signs from spirit, grief, reconciliation, transgenerational trauma, somatic healing, past life regression, consciousness, spirituality, healing journey, survival mode, thriving, forgiveness, ancestral healing, i...
Ep 69 Lindsey’s Story: Rebuilding Yourself After Emotional Chaos & Listening to Your Triggers 30.06.2026 1:29:11
Keywords Thriving, trauma healing, Complex -PTSD, neurodiversity, dyslexia, inner child, IFS, emotional healing, boundaries, personal growth, resilience, energy work, circus arts, embodiment, mindset, transformation, community, empowerment Summary Lindsey’s journey is a powerful example of turning deep childhood trauma, neurodiversity, and limiting beliefs into a life of purpose and impact. After...
Ep 68 Kristy’s Story: The Journey Back to Self 23.06.2026 1:05:48
Content note: This episode includes some sensitive themes around childhood trauma and sexual abuse. Nothing is described graphically, but please listen with care and compassion for yourself. A little note: this episode had a few unexpected “gremlins” during recording, with some tech dropouts along the way. So this one has been edited a bit more than usual and definitely put my (slightly questionab...
Ep 67 Jena’s Story: Reclaiming Life Through Resilience 16.06.2026 1:02:07
Keywords resilience, healing, brain injury recovery, grief, trauma, personal growth, mindset, neuroplasticity, thriving, purpose, emotional wellbeing, boundaries, self-development Summary In this deeply moving episode, Helen is joined by fellow podcaster Jena, creator of Resilience Brilliance, who shares her extraordinary journey from a life-altering brain injury to building a life rooted in purpo...
Ep 66 Ita's Story: From Shame to Power: Rewriting Intimacy 09.06.2026 1:33:58
Content Warning: This episode includes open discussion of intimacy, sex, consent, sexual behaviour, body image, and the portrayal of intimate scenes in the film industry. It also contains references to sexual misconduct and abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Please take care while listening and feel free to pause or step away if anything feels triggering or activating. Seek support if needed....
Ep 65 Ishala’s Story: Awakening Through Trauma and Truth 02.06.2026 1:22:30
Content Warning: This episode explores themes of sexual abuse, trauma, and ritual abuse. Some listeners may find this distressing. Please listen gently and seek support if needed. Keywords thriving, trauma healing, inner child work, light language, spiritual awakening, resilience, nervous system healing, somatic awareness, soul connection, childhood trauma, healing journey, energy work, empowermen...
EP 64: Sarah Grace’s Story – Grooming, Shame & the Patterns that Follow Us 26.05.2026 1:14:17
Content warning: This episode includes sensitive themes including sexual abuse and trauma. Please be gentle with yourself while listening and pause if you need to. Keywords trauma, healing, shame, grooming, EMDR, hypnotherapy, self-worth, nervous system, abuse recovery, thriving Summary In this deeply moving and courageous episode, Helen is joined by trauma hypnotist, EMDR practitioner, author, an...
Ep 63 Janna’s Story: From Breaking Down to Breaking Through 19.05.2026 1:06:58
Keywords thriving, regression therapy, past lives, life between lives, self-realisation, spiritual awakening, healing journey, subconscious mind, transformation, personal growth, soul purpose, integration, feminine energy, plant medicine, consciousness Summary In this deeply expansive episode, Janna shares her extraordinary journey from a successful career in banking to becoming a regression thera...
Ep 62 George’s Story: The Reality Behind Reality TV and Reclaiming Self-Worth 12.05.2026 1:05:14
Keywords thriving, mental health, ADHD, music industry, X Factor, reality TV, grief, self-worth, authenticity, personal growth, resilience, creative expression, overthinking, acceptance Summary In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Helen is joined by singer-songwriter George Windsor, who shares his journey from being fast-tracked onto The X Factor to navigating the emotional aftermath that f...
Ep 61: Jodie’s Story – Burnout, Breakdown & Rebuilding a Life That Works 05.05.2026 1:11:28
Keywords: thriving, burnout recovery, neurodivergence, ADHD, functional neurological disorder, nervous system, healing, self-awareness, mental health, workplace wellbeing Summary In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Helen is joined by Jodie Steele, founder of Neuro Talks, who shares her extraordinary journey from high-performing corporate success to complete physical and neurological burnou...
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