TW: We discuss the emotional and physically abusive relationship in this episode.  Have you had body pain that would not go away even though you have been to the doctors countless times? In this episode, Ashlee Hoelck talks about her abusive relationship and how it affected her body for 12 years. She goes through how she figured out that her past was still affecting her in the present and how she discovered that the mind and body are connected.  Follow Ashlee on Instagram @ashlee_hoelck and visit her website https://timetothriveprogram.mykajabi.com/site/about  Show Notes: becomingavery.com/episode12

Dealing with stress is different for everyone. My guest, Tony Lugo, is an ex-marine turned filmed producer/director in Hollywood. Tony takes us on a journey about his life when dealing with anxiety and what he does to cope when anxiety flares up. TW: Talks about death and the military. Show Notes: becomingavery.com/episode11

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? I talk with Kellie Daab, The Highly Sensitive CEO, about being an HSP in a western culture society where being a high achiever can be overwhelming and unrealistic for individuals. Kellie talks about her life experience being an HSP and what has helped her become the person she is today.  Check out the Show Notes: becomingavery.com/episode10 If you have a topic you want me to discuss on the podcast, you can reach me on Instagram @becomingavery   

What does it mean to be resilient? It is not the basis of keep going and fighting, it is about being trauma-informed on how to use helpful tools in your day-to-day life. In this episode, I talk about three ways of building resilience to trauma before processing them in a safe way.    Show notes: becomingavery.com/episode9 

TW: briefly discuss the pandemic, dissociation, and PTSD Even though the word ‘trauma’ is a trendy word nowadays, it is difficult to understand WHAT trauma is and HOW it affects us on a daily basis. In this two-part breakdown, I talk about the definition of trauma, different types of trauma from a scientific point of view, and explain how you can process trauma in a safe way.  Show Notes: becomingavery.com/episode8

TW: Episode includes family abandonment, near-death experiences, suicidal ideation, health-related trauma In this episode, I talk to Kyle Spyrides, the author of, Decide Your Destiny, coming out soon. We talk about his upbringing, how his trauma manifests into having health problems, and how to choosing the right kind of friends can have the best interest in you.  Learn more about Kyle’s book at decideyourdestinybook.com

Is it really about managing time throughout the day? In this episode, I discuss ways you can improve your productivity through time management by making little tweaks that go a long way.  Let me know your thoughts on Instagram: @becomingavery about this episode.  Show Notes: becomingavery.com/episode6

Managing our energy can be simple and complex at the same time. By not managing our energy, we are activating our stress response and feel drained all around. Listen to find out what energy spheres are and understand how energy affects our physical, mental, emotional, and metaphysical sides. Show Notes: becomingavery.com/episode5

As a highly sensitive person, you’ve learned to push through day to day when you probably feel exhausted and want some time to yourself. It means you are putting other things before putting yourself first. In this episode, I discuss the science behind stress and how to do a simple technique to help you with your day-to-day stress. Show Notes: becomingavery.com/episode4

As a highly sensitive person, you’ve learned to morph into what everyone else around you needs you to be. And this means that you’re potentially working towards someone else’s goals instead of your own. Instead of continuing to numb your emotions and people-please, start with reconnecting with who you are, what you want and learn how to be in alignment with your clarity statement. Show Notes: becomingavery.com/episode3