Becoming Sound

In this replay of the very first episode of the Becoming Sound Podcast, Krista takes a deep dive into the lived experience of being an adult child of alcoholics and dysfunctional families. She unpacks the emotional and psychological impacts that ripple into adulthood, from self-doubt and perfectionism to people-pleasing and hyper-independence. Krista breaks down the well-known ACA laundry list of traits, showing how it can serve as both a mirror and a map for those on their healing journey.

More importantly, she emphasizes the power of sharing our stories—not just for ourselves, but for others who may feel alone in their struggles. Through self-awareness, community support, and the courage to speak out, healing becomes possible, and growth takes root. This is real talk about recovery, resilience, and the messy middle of becoming sound. 

Takeaways

• Your story matters. Speaking it out loud can be the very thing that helps someone else heal.
• Dysfunction hits differently. No two children experience the same family system in the same way.
• The ACA laundry list is a tool. It highlights common traits and gives language to what once felt confusing or isolating.
• Healing requires tribe. Connection and community support are essential for lasting recovery.

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      ACA Book:  ACA Big Red Book

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.

In this powerful episode of Becoming Sound, Krista Zaft sits down with Kathryn Sforcina to dive into the heart of Transforming Tribes—the idea that true healing and growth don’t happen in isolation, but in community. Kathryn shares her journey through life transitions, the wisdom behind her Wiser and Wilder Awakening program, and the deeply personal inspiration for her new book Bringing the Lost Parts of Me Home.  Together they explore the importance of collective healing, women’s empowerment, and self-discovery. This conversation is for anyone seeking transformation, deeper connection, and the courage to break through old patterns.

Krista and Kathryn explore the realities of carrying “soul wounds,” the concrete we collect from past experiences, and the courage it takes to break it apart so our roots can finally expand. They unpack how women can step into empowerment by reconnecting with their inner wisdom, leaning into community, and releasing labels that no longer fit.

This episode is a reminder that healing is lifelong, messy, and infinitely possible when we witness each other’s journeys.

Key Takeaways

• Community and connection are essential for real transformation.
• Healing requires courage to face the inner landscapes we often avoid.
• Life transitions, though uncomfortable, hold the seeds of growth.
• The Wiser and Wilder Awakening program offers women a supportive container for their journeys.
• Soul wounds shape how we see ourselves—and healing means reclaiming the lost pieces.
• We all carry “concrete” from our past, and breaking it open makes room for expansion.
• Being witnessed and witnessing others is a form of collective medicine.
• Labels may feel safe but can limit who we truly are.

Connect with Kathryn Here:

🔗Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathrynsforcina/Keywords

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrynsforcina/?originalSubdomain=au

🔗 Website: www.transformingtribes.com 

🔗 New Book: https://books.by/kathrynsforcina

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This episode is a celebration — Becoming Sound is officially one year old! 🥳

Over the past year, this podcast has been a space for growth, healing, and connection through raw conversations and powerful stories. In this special anniversary episode, host Krista Zaft sits down with her friend Shannon to reflect on the lessons learned, the importance of vulnerability, and the life-changing impact of sharing our stories in community.

Together, they talk about what it takes to keep showing up, even when fear and doubt whisper otherwise, and how podcasting has become a form of therapy and empowerment. Krista also shares her vision for the next season of Becoming Sound — bringing in even more diverse voices and continuing to highlight the transformative power of storytelling, not just through trauma, but through inspiration, hope, and possibility.

Takeaways from This Episode

• A heartfelt celebration of one year of Becoming Sound
• The courage it takes to face fears and doubts head-on
• How podcasting has deepened listening skills and self-discovery
• Why vulnerability creates stronger human connection
• The vital role of community in personal growth and healing
• A shift toward amplifying more stories of inspiration and resilience
• Deep gratitude for the listeners and supporters who made this first year possible

💌 A Note from Krista

Thank you for being here, for listening, and for walking this journey with me. Your support, messages, and shares have made this podcast what it is today — and I couldn’t be more grateful. Here’s to another year of growing, healing, and becoming sound together.

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Three years ago, my family was in the trenches of addiction. This weekend, we celebrated my son’s wedding — a full-circle moment of love, recovery, and gratitude. In this short and heartfelt episode, I share how family, friends, and community can transform the hardest seasons into celebrations worth remembering.

Three years ago, my family was in the trenches of addiction — living day to day with heartbreak, fear, and the pain of watching someone you love self-destruct.
This past weekend, we celebrated my son’s wedding.

In this short and heartfelt episode, I share a powerful full-circle moment that reminded me of the impact of family, friends, community, and support in the journey of recovery. It’s about facing the hard moments, soaking in the joyful ones, and recognizing how far we’ve come when we do the work of healing.

Whether you’re in the middle of your own storm or celebrating a hard-earned victory, this is your reminder to keep going — because there is light, love, and possibility on the other side.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How a family moves from heartbreak to celebration in just a few years.
• The role of community, friendship, and support in recovery.
• Why sitting in the moment — both the painful and the joyful — matters for healing.
• A personal reflection on gratitude, growth, and what it means to truly come full circle.
• How to hold on to hope when you’re still in the middle of the hard stuff.

If this episode gave you hope or reminded you of your own full-circle moment, share it with someone who needs to hear it.
And if you’re walking through a tough season right now, let this be your sign that change is possible — for you, your family, and your future.

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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.

In this episode of Becoming Sound, Krista sits down with licensed chemical dependency counselor Joshua Pair for a raw and insightful conversation about addiction, recovery, and the deep work of emotional sobriety.

Joshua opens up about his personal journey through addiction and how healing truly began when he started addressing his family dynamics and emotional patterns through the ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics) framework. He shares how vital communication skills, spiritual connection, and holistic support systems have been in relearning what a healthy relationship even looks like.

This conversation is a deep dive into what recovery really takes—not just abstinence, but awareness. You’ll hear about Joshua’s passion for helping others through his own story and his drive to create a podcast platform to spotlight diverse recovery experiences.

Whether you’re navigating recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers both compassion and clarity.

🔑 Takeaways

• Emotional sobriety is just as important—if not more—as physical sobriety.
• Family dynamics shape addiction and healing more than we often realize.
• Communication is a learned skill that can transform relationships in recovery.
• ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics) provides a powerful framework for healing childhood wounds.
• Triggers are guideposts, not threats—understanding them is key to growth.
• Holistic recovery includes addressing mind, body, and spirit.
• Spirituality doesn't have to be religious—it’s about connection and meaning.
• Healing is about relearning how to relate—to yourself, to others, to life.

Connect with Joshua Here:

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.addictionrecoverysolutions.org

Instagram: @addiction_recovery_solutions

TikTok: @ars_pllc

YouTube: @addictionrecoverysolutionspllc

Facebook: Addiction Recovery Solutions PLLC

Psychology Today: psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/addiction-recovery-solutions-pllc-longview-tx/1113405

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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.

In this heartfelt episode of Becoming Sound, I sit down with Ashley, a powerful voice in the healing space, to talk about what it really looks like to face your past and reclaim your future. Ashley shares her raw and real journey through childhood s*xual assault, the unglamorous but transformative work of therapy, and how learning to set boundaries changed everything.

We talk about the courage it takes to speak your truth, the strength found in community, and why healing isn’t a one-and-done — it’s a lifelong, sometimes messy, always-worth-it journey. Ashley’s podcast and personal mission are all about reminding people they’re not broken — they’re becoming. And this conversation? It’s your reminder that you don’t have to heal in silence or isolation. 

What you will learn in this episode:

• Your story holds power — when you share it, you give others permission to do the same.
• Therapy was a game-changer for Ashley’s healing and continues to be a vital tool.
• Boundaries aren’t just helpful — they’re necessary for growth, safety, and peace.
• Healing doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Community matters.
• Confidence isn’t built overnight — it’s a practice.
• Ashley encourages “messy action” over perfection — just start.
• Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.
• You can change your story — and help others change theirs too.
• You’re not alone in this. None of us are.

Connect with Ashley Here:

🔗 Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/perfectlyimperfectmessyhealing/

🔗 Podcast- 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perfectly-imperfect-a-messy-healing-podcast/id1777901979

https://open.spotify.com/show/0BUf8iRE7q0EZCp7NMvN90?si=87a63e26d13d425d

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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.

This month on Oversharing with Shannon on Becoming Sound, Krista and Shannon sit down for a heart-to-heart about what it really looks like to navigate female friendships through the seasons of life. From growing up in dysfunctional homes to stepping into motherhood and personal healing, they unpack how your past can shape your present—and how growth can completely shift the way you show up in relationships.

They get honest about outgrowing friendships, craving deeper connection, and what it takes to build nourishing, soul-aligned relationships in adulthood. If you've ever felt like your friendships don't quite fit anymore, or you’re redefining what it means to be “a good friend,” this episode will land deep. Oh and they finally introduce you to Pip, Winnie and Molly, like seriously, it’s about time!

What you will learn in this episode:

• How dysfunctional childhoods can lead to people-pleasing and approval-seeking in friendships.
• Why healing changes your friendship standards—and that’s okay.
• How motherhood and major life shifts often realign your circle.
• How increasing emotional intelligence and self-awareness deepens connection and true friendship.
• True friendship includes space for both joy and the messy parts.
• When we need to let go of shallow friendships.
• How friendship can be a mirror for your own growth and boundaries.
• Why community and connection are essential, especially for women.

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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.

In this solo episode of Becoming Sound, Krista Zaft cracks open a big truth: healing doesn’t happen in isolation. Fresh from a transformational coaching course in addiction and recovery, Krista reflects on the power of vulnerability and the deep human need for community.

She dives into what it means to move from survival mode to true connection — and why forming your own support tribe is essential for growth. If you've ever felt like you're doing life alone or afraid to let others really see you, this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s how we build trust and real connection.
• We’re wired for community. Trying to do it all alone keeps us stuck.
• Safe spaces are everything when it comes to opening up.
• Healing happens when you’re seen, heard, and held — start small and build from there.
• When you model vulnerability, you give others permission to do the same.
• You don’t have to overshare to be real — just let people in a little at a time.

Know someone who’s been trying to do this healing thing all alone? Send this episode their way — or better yet, listen together and start your own micro tribe. 💬 And if you’re craving more support and space to be real, come hang with me at kristazaft.com for more resources and ways to connect.

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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.

In this insightful episode of Becoming Sound, Krista Zaft sits down with psychologist Vanessa Iceton to explore the deep, layered work of healing from grief, childhood wounds, and emotional dysregulation. Vanessa shares her journey into psychology and how a desire to help others evolved into a career focused on nervous system healing, inner child work, and self-empowerment. Together, they unpack the many faces of grief—beyond death—and explore how lost dreams, unmet needs, and emotional pain from childhood can quietly shape our adult lives.

This raw and real conversation touches on nervous system regulation, the power of mindfulness, how to know when you're ready for therapy, and why self-responsibility isn’t about blame—it’s about freedom. If you've ever struggled with emotions you can’t quite name, or feel like you're carrying grief that doesn't “make sense,” this one’s for you.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Vanessa’s entry into psychology stemmed from a deep desire to support others through their pain.
• Grief isn’t just about death—it includes lost hopes, childhood unmet needs, and unlived versions of ourselves.
• Owning your mistakes and taking responsibility is a powerful form of self-leadership.
• Your nervous system plays a critical role in how you process emotions, triggers, and stress.
• The body stores unresolved emotional pain—and it can show up as physical symptoms.
• Inner child work helps us reconnect with core wounds and unmet needs with compassion.
• Mindfulness isn’t about being calm all the time—it’s about being aware and present.

- And so much more!

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🔗 Website: https://pearlpsychological.com/

🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pearlpsychological/

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-iceton-468a6432/?originalSubdomain=ca

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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.

In this episode of Becoming Sound, host Krista Zaft sits down with confidence creator and photographer Emma Wood to explore how our early experiences shape our self-worth—and how we can reclaim it.

From her quiet, shy beginnings to boldly helping women embrace their bodies and stories through boudoir photography, Emma shares her journey of healing, empowerment, and breaking generational patterns. Together, they dive into the impact of childhood dynamics, the emotional weight of limiting beliefs, and the importance of creating safe spaces for self-expression.

Emma also opens up about her leap from a law enforcement career to entrepreneurship, and how community, vulnerability, and celebration became pillars of her confidence-building work.

Whether you're struggling with self-doubt, repeating old patterns, or just need a reminder that your voice matters and you deserve to be seen—this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Confidence can be cultivated—even if you didn’t grow up with it.
• Childhood conditioning often shapes adult self-worth and identity.
• Healing generational patterns is powerful and possible.
• Safe spaces for vulnerability are essential to healing and self-love.
• Boudoir photography can be a radical act of self-celebration.
• Small wins matter—confidence builds through consistency.
• Community and connection fuel our growth and resilience.
• Self-love is a gift to yourself and the people around you.

Find Emma Here:

🔗 Email: [email protected]

🔗 Website: www.prettyasapicture.ca

🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmawood.me/

🔗 Facebook: www.facebook.com/PrettyasapicturePhotographybyEmmaWood

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👉 Grab the free resource “5 Steps to Boost Your Confidence” at kristazaft.com to start rebuilding your confidence and learn to stand up and shine your light into the world!

💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good. 

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.