Becoming Sound

By krista-451

On the Becoming Sound podcast we explore the unique challenges faced by adult children of alcoholics. Join us as we share personal stories, engage in insightful expert interviews, and offer practical ... more

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December 22, 2025Oversharing with Shannon: Holiday Trauma, Mom Guilt & McDonald’s on Fine China
Christmas can be magical… and brutal. In this holiday episode of Becoming Sound, Krista and Shannon celebrate one year of “Oversharing with Shannon” with a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious and honest.
They talk about growing up with dysfunction and hyper-vigilance during the holidays - and how Christmas can carry both joy and emotional landmines. Shannon shares what it was like to stop celebrating Christmas during junior high and high school due to religion, and how that absence shaped her relationship with the season. The conversation also touches on divorce, shared custody, lonely Christmas moments, and the heavy pressure many parents, especially moms, carry to make the holidays “perfect.”
This episode is a permission slip to drop unrealistic expectations and create traditions that actually work for your real life—whether that’s a smaller celebration, cozy connection, or even McDonald’s on fine china.
If the holidays feel complicated for you, you’re not alone. This one is for anyone navigating grief, family stress, old programming, or the quiet work of rewriting the season on your own terms.
Key Takeaways
Christmas doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s to be meaningful
Your kids don’t need perfection—they need you
Traditions can change and still be beautiful
Presence > presents
Let go of what you think holidays should be
Cozy, simple, honest connection is enough Connect with Us:

🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

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Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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December 15, 2025Modern Day Courage: Jalene Murphy’s Journey Home to Herself
In this episode, Krista sits down with author and mental health advocate Jalene Murphy for a vulnerable, wide-open conversation about courage, self-discovery, and what it really takes to walk away from the life you thought you should live in order to step into the one that’s actually yours.
Jalene shares the heart and grit behind her book Modern Day Courage, diving into the perfectionism she wore like armor, the identity shifts she navigated after leaving a heterosexual marriage, and the emotional weight of bullying that shaped her early years. Together, they explore the role of community, the quiet bravery of baby steps, and the power of choosing authenticity over expectation.
This is an episode for anyone who’s ever felt torn between who they were taught to be and who they’re becoming.

Takeaways
True courage often looks like tiny steps, taken consistently.
Perfectionism can keep you from seeing yourself clearly.
Healing isn’t linear — but self-awareness makes it possible.
Community is essential; no one grows in isolation.
Embracing your identity is an act of liberation.
Sharing your story creates connection, hope, and healing for others.

Connect with Jalene:
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jalenemurphy/
🔗 Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/jalene.smith.7
🔗 LinkedIn: JaleneMurphy
🔗 Website: www.jalenemurphy.com
🔗 Book Modern Day Courage https://www.amazon.ca/Modern-Day-Courage-Jalene-Murphy-ebook/dp/B0CDC7V5RD
🔗 Artist: Chris Chipak https://www.inchipakwetrust.ca/

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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December 08, 2025You’re Not Alone: Navigating Social Media, Vulnerability & Becoming You with Natasha Soregaroli
In this week’s conversation, Krista sits down with young author and mental-health advocate Natasha Soregaroli, whose book Becoming Me Again dives deep into the emotional reality of growing up in a hyper-connected digital world. Together, they unpack the pressures of social media, the weight of comparison, and the loneliness that often hides behind the screen.
Natasha opens up about her journey through self-doubt, journaling her way toward clarity, and finding confidence through action - not perfection. Krista and Natasha explore how parents can shift from controlling to coaching, how vulnerability creates connection, and why young people need safe spaces to question, explore, and simply be.
This empowering episode reminds listeners that self-discovery isn’t a one-time event - it’s a lifelong invitation to know yourself more deeply and grow with intention.

Key Takeaways
Self-discovery is a lifelong practice, not a finish line.
Social media can be both supportive and emotionally overwhelming.
Parenting is most powerful when rooted in guidance, not restriction.
Confidence grows through small, consistent actions — not waiting to feel ready.
Journaling helps release emotional clutter and builds inner awareness.
Vulnerability in writing or sharing creates real connection and healing.
Community support is essential for young people navigating their identity.
Curiosity and self-questioning strengthen emotional well-being.
Celebrating achievements helps integrate growth and build resilience.
Every person — at any age — faces moments of self-doubt and loneliness.

Connect with Natasha:
🔗 Email: [email protected]
🔗 Website: https://www.natashasoregaroli.com
🔗 Insta: @natasha.soregaroli
🔗 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/natashasoregaroli
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@natashasoregaroli

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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December 01, 2025Love on the Sidewalk: KL Wells on Parenting Through Addiction, Chaos & Courage
In this powerful episode of Becoming Sound, Krista sits down with KL Wells for a deeply human, soul-steadying conversation about addiction, recovery, parenting, and what it really means to love someone through their darkest moments. KL shares her raw journey of growing up around addiction, raising a child in crisis, and discovering that resilience isn’t born from perfection - it’s built in the trenches.
Together, they explore the emotional weight families carry, the importance of boundaries, and how self-care becomes a lifeline instead of a luxury. KL reflects on her work in the recovery community, the stories she’s gathered through her own podcast, and how sharing truth dismantles stigma. This episode is an empowering reminder that healing isn’t solitary, it’s communal. And even in chaos, hope, connection, and higher consciousness can rise.
If you’re navigating addiction personally or loving someone who is, this conversation offers compassion, clarity, and real talk about what thriving in the middle of the storm actually looks like.

Key Takeaways
KL’s story shows how childhood addiction shapes identity—and resilience.
“Being the love on the sidewalk” is one of the most profound ways to support someone in crisis.
You can care deeply and hold boundaries—support doesn’t mean self-abandonment.
Thriving in chaos comes from intention, not perfection.
Understanding addiction helps us respond with empathy instead of fear.
Self-care is a form of leadership, not selfishness.
Even the darkest moments can birth purpose and healing.
Community and shared stories are essential in recovery.
Talking openly about addiction breaks shame and stigma.
Awakening to higher consciousness creates space for collective healing.
Connect with KL Wells:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/klwells1/
🔗 IG: https://www.instagram.com/voicesincourage/
🔗 FB: https://www.facebook.com/katherine.wells.98
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@voicesincourage
🔗 TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/SM4uxpBN-g8

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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November 24, 2025Unwrapping the Pressure on Oversharing: How We Can Ditch Holiday Overwhelm and Ask for Help
Holiday Hustle? I think not! Listen in as Krista and Shannon dive into the emotional weight women often carry not just during the holiday season, but in regular life - the endless to-do lists, the unspoken expectations, and the perfectionism that leads straight to burnout. Together, they unpack the patterns that keep women stuck, specifically, Krista's recent mini melt down and how Shannon came to the rescue (that's what besties are for) to cycles of overfunctioning and overwhelm, and explore practical ways to reclaim peace, presence, and perspective. It’s easier than you think.
The conversation touches on everything from emotional expression and asking for help, to finding simple and practical steps that actually support you (not add more to your plate). Krista and Shannon share personal stories and hard-won lessons about setting boundaries, simplifying commitments, and recognizing when “coping” has turned into overcompensating.
This episode is a gentle but honest reminder that you don’t have to do it all — and that sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for yourself and your family is to pause, ask for help, and prioritize your own well-being.

Key Takeaways
Women often internalize the pressure to “do it all,” especially during the holidays.
Recognizing and interrupting old patterns is key to emotional health.
Asking for help shows strength, not weakness.
Emotional expression helps release overwhelm and create clarity.
Evaluate what truly fills your cup — and let go of what drains it.
A tidy environment often leads to mental and emotional clarity.
Mindful coping mechanisms, like small acts of self-care, can help restore balance.
Shifting direction in life doesn’t mean failure; it means growth.

👉 Grab the free Self Love guide at kristazaft.com to start unlearning the patterns of overwhelm and begin building a life where you're supported, seen, and thriving. We aren’t meant to do this alone!

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
🔗 Watch Us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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37min
November 17, 2025Breaking Free from Purity Culture: Danielle Miller on Shame, Control, and Reclaiming Self-Worth
In this powerful episode of Becoming Sound, Krista Zaft sits down with Danielle Miller to unpack her deeply personal story of growing up in a strict evangelical household shaped by purity culture, control, and shame. Danielle opens up about the lasting impact of religious expectations on her identity and self-worth, sharing how early messages about obedience and perfection shaped her inner world.
Through honest reflection, she discusses her experiences in a Christian school, her struggle to fit in, and how rebellion became a form of survival. As an adult, Danielle began the difficult but liberating journey of questioning beliefs, healing from internalized shame, and rediscovering her authentic self. This conversation explores faith, freedom, and the courage it takes to redefine spirituality and womanhood on your own terms.
If you’ve ever wrestled with the weight of religious conditioning or struggled to separate your worth from external approval, this episode will speak straight to your soul.

Takeaways
Puritanical religious upbringing can shape identity through fear, shame, and control.
Purity culture often distorts one’s sense of self-worth and personal agency.
Rebellion can be a natural response to oppressive belief systems.
Healing requires questioning old narratives and redefining spirituality.
Self-acceptance and grace are essential parts of personal growth.
Embracing your gifts and authenticity leads to true liberation.
Letting go of judgment creates room for compassion and connection.

Connect with Danielle:
🔗 https://www.onpointwithdanielle.ca/
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmilleryeg/

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
🔗 Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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November 10, 2025The Healing Power of Words: Grief, DID, and Compassion with Mary Fields
In this episode of Becoming Sound, host Krista sits down with author Mary Fields, whose powerful memoir Forever in a Day delves into her lived experience of trauma, grief, and Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Together, they explore the deep connection between writing, self-awareness, and healing, and how putting painful memories into words can become a catalyst for transformation.
Mary opens up about the loss of her father—the moment that inspired her to write—and how storytelling helped her process years of repressed memories and emotional pain. She speaks honestly about the foster care system, the impact of generational trauma, and her conscious decision to parent differently to break the cycle.
Mary reflects on the beauty of finding joy again, creating new traditions with her family, and using her voice to bring light to dark places.
Whether you’ve walked through grief, grown up in dysfunction, or are learning to rewrite your story, this episode is a reminder that healing is possible—and joy is worth reclaiming.

Episode Takeaways
Writing can be a powerful tool for processing trauma.
Grief and compassion are deeply intertwined.
The foster care system needs empathy-driven reform.
Breaking the cycle of trauma starts with awareness and choice.
Parenting differently is an act of healing and hope.
Joy can coexist with pain—and both are part of recovery.

Connect with Mary
🔗 Website www.merryassistant.com
🔗 Author website - www.authormaryfields.com
FB/IG @merryassistant

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
Watch Us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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November 03, 2025The Art of Becoming: Authenticity, Curiosity and Storytelling with Natalie Peterson
This episode of Becoming Sound, is packed with real talk and powerful insights. Krista sits down with Natalie Peterson to explore what it really means to live a life of healing, self-discovery, and authentic storytelling. Together, they dive into how multi-potentiality—embracing many passions and identities—creates a richer, more fulfilling life, especially in later seasons of change and transition.
The conversation moves through themes of generational trauma, rest as resistance, and the healing power of community and vulnerability. Krista and Natalie discuss how sharing our stories helps bridge generations, connect us to ancestral wisdom, and foster collective healing. They remind us that the future of storytelling lies not in perfection, but in authenticity, curiosity, and connection and how this inspired her new book Stories, Tools + Community for Healing Curious Humans

Key Takeaways
The journey of self-discovery is ongoing and ever-evolving.
Multi-potentiality invites freedom to explore many paths in one lifetime.
Retirement can be redefined as a new chapter of growth and creation.
Storytelling connects, heals, and strengthens community.
Rest and reflection are vital to rejuvenation and creativity.
Ancestral wisdom deepens our connection to identity and purpose.
Authenticity and curiosity fuel the next generation of storytelling.

Connect with Natalie:
🔗 Website: https://www.bloomstruck.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliepetersen.v2
🔗 Podcast: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-out-loud-with-me/id1813720844
🔗 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/27hN5rDo6c3KWTyqeKkwsX?si=057b599c46ec4204

➡️ Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FTV8HXRK

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
Watch Us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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October 27, 2025Oversharing Gets Spooky: Why We’re So Obsessed with True Crime & Creepy Movies
In this special Halloween episode of Becoming Sound, Krista and Shannon lean into their spooky sides and unpack why so many of us are obsessed with true crime, horror movies, and all things creepy. They reflect on how childhood memories and early experiences may quietly shape our fascination with fear.
From nostalgic trick-or-treat tales and ghost stories to the deeper psychology of why we love the thrill of being scared, this episode dances between laughter, curiosity, and a touch of introspection. Whether you’re lighting candles, watching a slasher classic, or hiding under a blanket, this one’s for you - the sensitive souls who can’t resist a little chaos, curiosity, and candy corn.

Takeaways
Our fascination with fear often has roots in childhood experiences.
True crime and horror can give us a strange sense of control over chaos.
Halloween traditions can connect us back to creativity and playfulness.
Sharing ghost stories helps us bond — and laugh — over shared fears.
The “thrill” of being scared is actually a nervous system release (who knew?).
Sometimes, it’s not the monsters that scare us — it’s what they represent.

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
🔗 Watch Us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft
🎃 Craving more self-awareness with your seasonal scares? Download Journaling Prompts Dedicated to Nurturing Growth and Self Reflection at ⁠kristazaft.com⁠ — because even ghosts deserve emotional intelligence.

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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October 20, 2025Why the Hustle is Keeping You Unproductive: Slow the Hell Down!
In this episode of Becoming Sound, host Krista Zaft explores the tender transition from overfunctioning and people-pleasing to embracing mindfulness, balance, and calm. With raw honesty and personal insight, Krista reflects on how being busy once felt like safety, worthiness, and control — until she realized it was also a trauma response.
She shares her experience as a recovering overfunctioner learning to slow down, release perfectionism, and create space for alignment and peace. From journaling for clarity to reconnecting with the rhythms of nature, Krista reminds listeners that rest isn’t weakness — it’s wisdom. This episode is an invitation to question the constant hustle, honor your body’s pace, and rediscover your self-worth beyond productivity.

Key Takeaways
Busyness can be a trauma response rooted in control, worthiness, or avoidance.
Productivity does not equal value — your worth is not measured by your to-do list.
Slowing down allows your nervous system to regulate and your creativity to return.
Awareness is everything: ask if your actions are aligned or simply distractions.
The goal isn’t hustle or rest — it’s balance, intention, and self-awareness.

If you’re a recovering “I-can-do-it-all-myself” type, this episode is your gentle nudge to pause and breathe. Tune in, share it with a friend who needs this reminder and head over to https://kristazaft.com/free-resources# and grab some free resources.

Connect with Us:
🔗 Website: https://kristazaft.com/
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/
🔗 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en
Watch Us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft

Please Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.
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FAQs about Becoming Sound:

How many episodes does Becoming Sound have?

The podcast currently has 104 episodes available.