Best Becky Sampson Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 177: Documentation, Subpoenas, and Soft Strength: Family Court Strategy with Becky Sampson 51:20

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Family court can feel like a battlefield — especially when your ex-partner uses the system as another tool for control. But what if advocacy didn’t have to mean becoming hardened or adversarial? In this episode of The Rising Beyond Podcast, Sybil is joined by Becky Sampson, founder of a subpoena support service and a survivor who turned her own thr…

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#171 –Tammy René - Conversation on Becoming an Advocate 1:06:18

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 171! Tammy René is a motivational speaker, author, and ambassador for hope, healing, and thriving. As a survivor of childhood sexual and physical abuse in a cult, Tammy brings her personal experience of overcoming trauma to audiences to inspire hope and understanding. Her messages offer victims of ch…

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Prioritizing Family - Courtney and Trevor Thornton 2025 1:29:35

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In this episode, we catch up with Courtney and her husband Trevor Thornton for their second-year interview. The conversation starts with an introduction to Trevor and explores the couple's journey, including their decision to homeschool their children and prioritize family. They delve into the creation of a multi-year journal designed to help users…

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#170 –Al Richards - A Conversation about Pinholes of Light 53:39

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 170! Al Richards is an Internationally Certified Crisis & Recovery Coach, host of AR – The Other Side of Addiction Podcast, and Co-Founder of the Healing Utah Success Summit. His story isn’t just about surviving addiction—it's about rising through it. He’s walked the painful road of losing a 24-year …

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Ep 176: Double Standards in Narcissistic Abuse: How to Stay Grounded as a Co-Parent 24:22

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Do the double standards that show up in a narcissistic relationship and “co-parenting” relationship drive you crazy? Double standards are a hallmark of narcissistic abuse and are pervasive even (maybe especially) after you have left the relationship. In this episode we explore why someone with narcissism requires these double standards to work in t…

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#169 –Cindy Richardson - How Shame Hurts Us 53:11

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 169! Cindy Richardson is a Master Certified Transformational Coach who helps women overcome disordered eating and build a gentle, loving relationship with their bodies — and with themselves. After working with hundreds of women, she discovered one powerful truth: beneath every struggle with food, bod…

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Bonus Coaching Session: How to Support Your Child’s Relationship with an Abusive Co-Parent (Without Gaslighting Them) 13:24

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In this week’s Friday Coaching Corner, I respond to a mom’s heartfelt question that so many survivors share: “How do I support my children’s relationship with their dad—because the court says I have to—while knowing he is emotionally and psychologically abusing them every week?” This episode dives deep into one of the hardest balancing acts for pro…

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Ep 175: Protect Your Peace In Spite of Having to Communicate with Your “High Conflict” Co-Parent with Jill Kaufman 41:08

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How do you communicate with someone who continues to abuse you post separation? I cannot stress how important it is to learn how to communicate with your “high conflict” co-parent in ways that will protect you and your mental health in order to better protect your children. In this episode I talk with Jill Kaufman about how she supports those going…

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#168 –Dave Miller Part 1 - From Awareness to Protection 57:36

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 168! Dave MillerSecurity & Safety Expert | Tactical Operations Specialist | Human Trafficking Investigator With 15 years of previous law enforcement experience, Dave Miller has dedicated his career to protecting communities, organizations, and their employees. Dave spent 8 years working in tactical o…

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Ep 174: Don’t Let Family Court Break You 26:01

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Family court can feel like it’s designed to wear you down. The long waits, the unpredictability, the endless back-and-forth with your ex — it can seem impossible to get through without breaking. But what if you didn’t have to let court define you? In this episode, Sybil shares how survivors can walk through family court with steadiness and strength…

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Bonus Coaching Session: When Unconditional Love Looks Like “Being Walked Over” 11:09

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In this week’s Friday Coaching Corner, I respond to a listener who’s six years post–custody loss and doing her best to stay connected with her teen daughter—while being accused of crossing boundaries and “embarrassing” her. This mom wonders: “Am I doing okay? Or am I being walked over by my child and my ex?” It’s a question many protective parents …

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Ep 173: Staying Steady in Family Court: Handling Provocation and Curveball Questions 30:36

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Walking into family court is intimidating enough — and then your ex smirks, rolls their eyes, or drops a lie designed to rattle you. On top of that, opposing counsel may throw you questions that feel like traps or come out of nowhere. In this episode, Sybil breaks down how to keep your composure in court when your ex tries to provoke you, and how t…

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#167 –Becky Sampson - A Conversation about the "D" Word, Divorce 1:00:16

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 167! Becky Sampson, Divorce Strategist for Women, Founder and CEO of ONLY Subpoenas™ After 21 hearings, 21 subpoenas, and 3½ years in the Hawaii Family Court system—facing five attorneys and representing herself for most of it—Becky won. Not just any win, but a fair and equitable outcome for both par…

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Ep 172: Training Attorneys to Recognize Coercive Control — With Jill Montes and Dr. Ramona 50:02

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Family court is often the last place survivors expect to or actually find safety, yet for so many, it’s where their battle continues. What if we could do something to change that? I’m talking with Jill Montes and Dr. Ramona Probasco from the Healing While Living Free Foundation to talk about the systemic failures of family court, why survivors ofte…

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#166 –Candy Campbell - How Faith Builds a Creative Life 1:01:46

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Bonus Coaching Session: Rebuilding the Parent-Child Bond When the System Gets in the Way 15:10

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In this week’s Friday Coaching Corner, I respond to a heartbreaking listener story that highlights just how overwhelming it can feel to keep fighting for your child when the family court system and even your own attorney seem to be standing in the way. This listener’s ex-partner is refusing to comply with the court order requiring their child to pa…

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Ep 171: How We Break Generational Cycles of Abuse — Together with Michael Brasher 46:41

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What happens when you bring a passionate male advocate for survivors of domestic violence into a space that’s usually led by women? That’s what we're doing in this episode! I talk with Michael, a rare but powerful male voice in this movement, to talk about the complexities of abuse, how children really experience it, and what it looks like for men …

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#165 –Richard Davidson Part 2 - Being Alkaline 43:11

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 165! Richard Davidson (Alkalarian) 1st * Keynote Speaker, Author, Heart Attack Prevention Advisor, Retired U.S. Navy Diver, CLO (Chief Longevity Officer), I Walk My Talk Richard Davidson was born in 1941 and raised in Salt Lake City, UT. His life journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, marke…

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Ep 170: Why Custody Decisions Need a Pattern-Based Approach When There has Been Coercive Control 20:27

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When it comes to domestic violence and coercive control, the systems we rely on to protect children are often looking at the wrong thing. Instead of assessing for patterns like, long-term, consistent dynamics of fear, control, and power imbalances, many custody decisions are still made based on isolated incidents. And that’s a huge problem. In this…

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#164 –Sky Tate Part 2 - A Conversation about Medical Advocacy 1:01:22

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 164! Sky Tate was born and raised in Miami, Florida. She was actively involved in the performing arts, particularly dance. Initially, Sky envisioned a career as a dancer and pursued it as one of two majors in college. However, balancing dance and architecture proved overwhelming due to the rigorous s…

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Bonus Coaching Session: How to Feel Safe When Your Abusive Ex Lives Next Door (and More) 18:13

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Welcome to our very first Friday Coaching Corner! In this session, I answer questions from a listener navigating the challenges of living near her abusive ex, parenting through manipulation, and dealing with silent treatment in co-parenting apps. The listener shares that her ex still lives in an outbuilding on the marital property, creating constan…

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Ep 169: Rebuilding Connection with Your Older Teen or Adult Child After Post-Separation Abuse 30:42

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After years of surviving post-separation abuse and high-conflict co-parenting, you may find yourself disconnected from your older teen or adult child. Maybe they’re distant. Maybe they believe things about you that aren’t true. Or maybe they just don’t seem to want a relationship anymore. It can be heartbreaking. Listen for ideas on how to begin re…

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Ep 168: Finding Yourself After Abuse: Human Design as a Path to Healing with Erin Siegel 51:23

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One of the most horrific and insidious consequences of coercive control and dv is the systematic way in which an abuser strips away their victim’s sense of self and identity. One of the most impactful parts of the healing process is rebuilding that connection with the self and redefining your roles and identities. On this episode, I invited my frie…

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Ep 167: The Pressure to be the Perfect Mom and How to Break Free with Stephanie Konter-O'Hara 49:45

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For many survivors, the deepest wound from coercive control is the loss of your connection to who you truly are. And for many women, especially protective mothers, your role as a mom becomes so entwined with your identity that life changes. Whether it's from abuse, family court challenges, or shifting seasons of parenting. It can all feel cataclysm…

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Ep 166: My Child Won’t Open Up to the Therapist… Now what? 27:21

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You worked SO hard to find a therapist for your child and getting consent from your ex was no easy feat. And now your child isn’t talking. If your child isn’t talking in therapy — or worse, tells you it’s “boring” or “pointless” — you’re not alone. Many parents feel discouraged or even panicked when therapy doesn’t look the way they expected. In th…

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Ep 165: Back to School Stressors: Coparenting with a Narcissist 22:01

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It’s that time of the year when kids go back to school. This is stressful for most families, but if you are coparenting with a narcissist the stress can increase exponentially. In this episode we are talking about how the start of the school year opens up opportunities for your ex to double down on their smear campaign, their continued expectations…

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Ep 164: Inside CPS: Navigating the System as a Survivor with guest Christine Garcia, LPC 49:38

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If you’ve ever had to interact with Child Protective Services (CPS), you know the process can feel confusing, overwhelming, and, let’s be honest, downright terrifying. Whether you’ve made a report, had one made against you, or are just trying to protect your child in the midst of a high-conflict situation, understanding the system is key. In this e…

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Ep 163: When Power Doesn’t Listen: The Cost of Excluding Survivors from the Conversation 24:35

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In this episode, I go on a bit of a rant—and for good reason. When people in positions of power make sweeping decisions without input from the people most affected, the results are often not just ineffective… they’re harmful. I share a recent example from my own therapy practice, where state-level Medicaid changes made by HCPF (Colorado’s Departmen…

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Lindi Marcusen, Elite Sprinter 1:10:53

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In this episode, we explore the remarkable story of Lindi Marcusen, a Paralympian whose life took a drastic turn following a traumatic car accident. Lindi recounts her journey from being a vibrant college student to facing life-altering injuries, including losing a leg and suffering a traumatic brain injury. Despite these challenges, she found resi…

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Ep 162: Financial Healing for Survivors: Undoing Toxic Money Messages with Khara Croswaite Brindle, LPC, CFT 47:50

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Money isn't just about numbers—it's about our stories, our sense of worth, and the messages we've absorbed over time. In this powerful episode, I'm speaking with a financial therapist (and friend) Khara, Croswaite Brindle, LPC, CFT to explore how our beliefs about money are deeply shaped by our past—especially for survivors of abuse. We talk about …

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Ep 161: You’re Not Broken—How Abuse Creates the “Not Enough” Belief 24:01

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If you’ve ever felt like you’re not enough, no matter how hard you try, this episode is for you. In this episode, we explore how trauma and post-separation abuse can wire your brain for shame, self-doubt, and a deep sense of inadequacy. You’ll learn how those “not good enough” beliefs aren’t your truth - instead you’ll see that they are neural path…

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Ep 160: Episode 160: What to Do When Trauma and Post Separation Abuse Hijack Your Executive Functioning 28:47

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If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a to-do list, knowing what needs to get done but feeling completely stuck… you're not alone. You know what needs to get done. You even want to do it. But the overwhelm hits like a wave and suddenly the dishwasher, the court papers, the email you need to send—it all feels impossible. This week’s podcast episo…

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Ep 159: Misbehavior at One Home: What It Really Says About Your Child’s Safety 19:33

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Your ex says, “They don’t act that way at my house,” and then the GAL or judge deems that you are the worst parent? If you’re the parent your child melts down with, you might be blamed for being too soft, too emotional, or too permissive. But what if your child is acting this way because they feel safe with you? We're diving into the misunderstood …

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Ep 158: Felt Safety After Trauma: Why You Can’t Heal Without It 30:32

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What happens when the world tells you that you need “safety” to heal from trauma, but your life after leaving abuse still feels anything but safe? We’re talking about felt safety—what it is, why it matters, and how to begin creating moments of it even when post-separation abuse is ongoing. Sybil talks about: The difference between actual safety and…

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#163 –Rachael Curfew - Forgiveness Matters 57:58

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 163! Rachael Curfew is a Professional Speaker, Relationship Strategist, and Certified Coach. She serves coaching clients and businesses worldwide, helping strengthen personal relationships so individuals can thrive in their professional careers. Rachael delivers transformation through speaking, works…

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Becky Sampson on Faith after Fallout 2:29:49

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Becky Sampson sits down with host Jethro Jones to trace the pivotal moments that shaped her faith, health, and purpose—from childhood shame and food addiction to an abusive first marriage, dramatic career pivots, and her mission-driven resolve to help others navigate divorce and self-worth through Christ. Over two and a half hours, Becky’s candor a…

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Ep 157: “High-Conflict” Divorce and Special Needs Kids: What Every Protective Parent Should Know with guest Dr. Susan Bernstein 43:29

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Navigating a high-conflict divorce is overwhelming on its own — but when you're also raising a child with special needs? The legal, emotional, and logistical challenges multiply. In this important conversation, Sybil sits down with Dr. Susan Bernstein, a Certified Divorce Coach and expert in high-conflict divorce involving children with special nee…

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Ep 156: How to Reclaim Your Identity After Coercive Control and Narcissistic Abuse 21:26

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Ever look in the mirror and think, “I don’t even know who I am anymore”? If you've survived a coercive, abusive relationship — or are still dealing with the chaos of post-separation abuse — that feeling isn’t just common, it’s expected. You’ve been in survival mode for so long that things like identity, purpose, and values may feel like luxuries yo…

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Ep 155: When the Test Gets It Wrong: Why Psych Assessments Can Hurt Survivors in Family Court 17:13

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If you’ve ever been told that a psychological test “proved” you were unstable or overeactive in your custody case—while your abusive ex seemed cool, calm, and collected—you are not alone. In this short but important episode, I’m unpacking why the MMPI and MMPI-2—often used in court-ordered evaluations—can misrepresent survivors of coercive control …

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Ep 154: Getting Financially Back on Track After Narcissistic and Financial Abuse with Jun Chen CDFA, CFP 42:36

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How much did financial abuse impact you in your relationship? We know that over 98% of all domestic violence victims experience some form of financial abuse and that it does not stop once you have left. So, how can you be prepared for your separation and divorce and be set up to survive in the aftermath? Because I am not a financial expert AND beca…

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#162 –Sky Tate - A Conversation about Self-Advocacy 54:04

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 162! Sky Tate was born and raised in Miami, Florida. She was actively involved in the performing arts, particularly dance. Initially, Sky envisioned a career as a dancer and pursued it as one of two majors in college. However, balancing dance and architecture proved overwhelming due to the rigorous s…

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Moses Lwakihugo's Incredible Journey of Faith 1:09:29

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Join host Jethro Jones as he sits down with Moses Lwakihugo, an immigrant from the Democratic Republic of the Congo with an unforgettable story. Moses shares his harrowing experiences of living through the war in the Congo, fleeing to Burundi and Kenya, and eventually finding peace and happiness in the U.S. Despite witnessing unthinkable atrocities…

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Ep 153: Dismantling Coercive Control: How Family Court Fails Survivors with Kate Amber, MS 44:29

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Are you in need of a little bit of hope? If you are a survivor of coercive control and domestic abuse (or a professional who works in this space) then hope can often be hard to come by. In this episode, I reconnect with coercive control expert, Kate Amber, M.S. after our joint presentation at this year's International Justice Center Conference in S…

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#161 –Raquel Lubbers Part 2 - A Conversation on ADHD, Agency, and Mental Health in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month 1:02:26

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 161! RAQUEL GONCALVES LUBBERS is an ADHD, Parenting, and Positive Psychology speaker and coach who helps individuals and families navigate the beautiful chaos of neurodivergence with clarity, compassion, and courage. After a personal journey through undiagnosed ADHD, anxiety, perfectionism, and depre…

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Ep 152: Healing After Domestic Abuse: The Progress That You Don’t See 17:55

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If you’ve ever thought, “I should be further along by now,” this episode is for you. When you’re still navigating post-separation abuse, family court chaos, or co-parenting with someone who continues to hurt you, healing might not look—or feel—like what you expected. You might still freeze when a message comes in. You might still cry in the car bef…

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#160 –Anna Gallagher - A Conversation about Feed and Love 1:01:23

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 160! Anna's journey began with architecture and urban planning, driven by the belief that the spaces we live in profoundly impact our mental and emotional well-being. As she continued to evolve, Anna realized that healing extends beyond physical design—it’s about cultivating environments that foster …

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Ep 151: Maternal Narcissism with Katherine Fabrizio 46:30

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As you heal from the narcissistic abuse from an intimate partner, you might come to this realization - that one of your parents is also a narcissist and has been abusive. Sometimes this realization is mind blowing and stops you in your tracks forcing you to rethink everything you thought you knew about your childhood and the family you grew up with…

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#159 –Eric Santistevan - Conversation about Raising Your Hand 1:01:23

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 159! Eric Santistevan is an inspiring keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and real estate leader who helps people transform their lives by taking small, meaningful actions. From overcoming teenage addiction to thriving in aerospace and real estate, Eric’s story is a powerful reminder that growth comes fro…

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Ep 150: Post Separation Abuse Burnout: A Nervous System Perspective 29:36

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Feeling completely burned out from healing? You’re not alone. In this episode, Sybil dives into a phase of healing that almost no one talks about — the exhaustion that hits after leaving an abusive relationship. If you're feeling numb, unmotivated, or like healing is suddenly impossible… this is for you. We’ll explore: Why burnout happens after you…

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#158 –Richard Davidson Part 1 - A Conversation about Military Service 1:00:43

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Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 158! Richard Davidson (Alkalarian) 1st * Keynote Speaker, Author, Heart Attack Prevention Advisor, Retired U.S. Navy Diver, CLO (Chief Longevity Officer), I Walk My Talk Richard Davidson was born in 1941 and raised in Salt Lake City, UT. His life journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, marke…