Is Your Drive for Excellence a Wtrength—or a Mask?

 In this powerful conversation, Blisspot Founder & CEO Deborah Tyson sits down with psychologist, author, and SelfWork podcast host Dr. Margaret Rutherford to explore Perfectly Hidden Depression—when high-achieving, “together” lives quietly camouflage emotional pain. Dr. Margaret unpacks the crucial difference between constructive and destructive perfectionism, why rates of perfectionism track with suicidal ideation, and how shifting from “vulnerability” to emotional transparency gives us back a sense of choice and safety.

Drawing on decades of clinical practice, personal stories, and her bestselling book, Dr. Margaret shares practical ways to widen your emotional range, release shame that isn’t yours to carry, and build self-acceptance: recognizing that neither your strengths nor your struggles fully define you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The 2 types of perfectionism—and how to tell which one is driving you
• How “perfect” identities form and why they often feel so lonely
• The link between rising perfectionism and suicidal thinking (and what to watch for)
• Why “emotional transparency” can be safer and more empowering than “vulnerability”
• The 10 traits of Perfectly Hidden Depression (and how to start unmasking them)
• A practical definition of self-acceptance you can use today

Resources & links:

• SelfWork Podcast: https://learn.blisspot.com/courses/selfwork-podcasts
• Book: Perfectly Hidden Depression: How to Break Free from Perfectionism That Masks Your Depression
• Website: drmargaretrutherford.com
• Email: [email protected]
  
  

If you’re struggling, please reach out to a qualified mental health professional in your area. You don’t have to do this alone.

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In this captivating episode of the Bliss Talk Podcast, host Deborah Tyson is joined by Michelle Murphy, the visionary founder of Kali Devi Energetics, to delve into the profound concept of developing an abundant mindset. As many navigate through times of fear and instability, Michelle offers a refreshing perspective on how embracing abundance can serve as a beacon of stability and inner peace.

Michelle passionately discusses the sacred relationship between individuals and their sense of value, emphasizing that abundance is not merely a financial state but a frequency of love, kindness, and compassion. By redefining abundance as an energy we embody, rather than a dollar figure, listeners are invited to transform their relationship with wealth and self-worth.

Throughout the episode, Michelle shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a spiritual guide, highlighting the importance of soul alignment and self-love. She provides practical advice on how to shift focus from scarcity to abundance, encouraging listeners to recognize the wealth of time, love, and nature around them. The conversation also touches on the power of gratitude and forgiveness in renovating our relationship with money, offering listeners actionable steps to begin their journey towards an abundant mindset.

Listeners will gain insights into overcoming limiting beliefs and societal pressures that foster scarcity, learning to reconnect with their true nature and source energy. Michelle's wisdom and personal anecdotes serve as a reminder that abundance is our innate nature, and by embracing it, we can navigate life's challenges with grace and resilience.

Join us for an inspiring conversation that not only challenges conventional views on wealth but also empowers you to reclaim your power and live a life of abundance and fulfillment.

#AbundanceMindset #SoulAlignment #PersonalGrowth #SelfLove #Gratitude

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Discover how to unlock the limitless energy and alignment within you in this inspiring episode of the BlissTalk Podcast. Rachel J Adams, a renowned energy mastery coach, entrepreneur, and creator of Reinvention Alchemy, joins us from San Diego, California to share her unique fusion of ancient wisdom and modern science that has helped transform lives across the globe.

With over two decades of entrepreneurial brilliance in the health and wellness industry—and a track record of building and selling a successful business—Rachel now dedicates her life to coaching individuals toward soul-aligned fulfillment. Her deeply intuitive, individual-centric methods are rooted in global insights drawn from her time living in England and the South Pacific, blended with heartfelt wisdom from her own personal evolution.

Through her powerful guidance program, Reinvention Alchemy, Rachel helps clients not just feel better, but live better. By focusing on energy mastery and soul alignment, her coaching empowers individuals to rise above burnout, rediscover their true path, and actively participate in a more meaningful, energized life. Her transformational approach is known for producing noticeable, lasting results—especially for those who feel drained, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How to access and master your energy for greater vitality and focus
• The truth about soul alignment and how to live authentically every day
• Why traditional coaching often misses the mark—and Rachel’s revolutionary alternative
• The story behind Reinvention Alchemy and how it’s transforming lives
• Practical tools to shift out of burnout and into soul-powered action
• Rachel’s journey from corporate success to heart-led purpose

If you’re ready to reconnect with your purpose, re-energize your life, and finally feel in sync with your true self, this episode will inspire and equip you with the tools to begin your transformation. Rachel’s wisdom is both grounded and profound—an invitation to stop settling and start living with intention, clarity, and power.

✅ Links & Resources:

Ready to Recharge Your Life and Align with Your True Self?

Explore Rachel J Adams’ Master Your Energy course on Blisspot—an empowering program designed to help you reclaim your vitality, align with your soul’s path, and unlock your full potential. Whether you're burned out, stuck, or simply ready for a change, this course offers a guided journey to realignment and renewal.

👉 Discover the “Master Your Energy” Course on Blisspot

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Are you tired of the inner critic that keeps holding you back? In this powerful episode of the BlissTalk Podcast, Adrian Hanks—holistic psychotherapist, counsellor, and leading-edge coach—shares his transformative approach to breaking the cycles of self-doubt and self-sabotage so you can step into your most empowered, aligned self.

With over 20 years of professional experience and a lifelong personal commitment to self-mastery through the path of Anthroposophy (inspired by Rudolf Steiner), Adrian brings a rare depth of authenticity and integrity to his work. Known for "walking his talk," Adrian combines grounded psychological tools with deep spiritual insight to help people unlock their potential—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.

This episode is more than just a conversation—it's a catalyst for transformation. Whether you're stuck in old patterns, struggling to move forward in your career or relationships, or simply yearning for a deeper sense of confidence and clarity, Adrian offers practical wisdom and powerful tools you can start using immediately.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The hidden roots of self-sabotage (and why logic alone won’t fix them)
• How to stop the cycle of negative thinking and emotional stagnation
• A revolutionary way to build true, lasting self-confidence—without pharmaceuticals or expensive therapy
• Adrian’s 28-day strategy to melt away self-doubt and unlock aligned action
• The role of emotional microlearning and spiritual alignment in real change
• Why men especially benefit from this simple but powerful personal growth system

If you’re ready to break the shackles of doubt, step out of your own way, and finally become the person you were always meant to be—this episode is your invitation to take the first step. Adrian’s grounded, heartfelt guidance makes transformation feel not only possible but within reach.

✅ Links & Resources:

Ready to Take Charge of Your Health—Emotionally, Mentally, and Spiritually?

Explore Adrian Hanks’ Men’s Health course on Blisspot—a powerful 28-day program designed to help you reclaim your confidence, emotional resilience, and sense of purpose. Grounded in holistic psychology and lived experience, this course offers simple, effective tools to support you in becoming the strongest, most balanced version of yourself.

👉 Discover the “Men’s Health” Course on Blisspot

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Because everyone deserves to live a life of balance, connection, and purpose.

Go gently, grow deeply — and let your Bliss illuminate the journey.

In a world where uncertainty feels constant and stress often runs the show, how do you stay grounded, focused, and joyful? In this uplifting episode of the BlissTalk Podcast, Anne McKeown—renowned mindset coach, NLP Master Practitioner, and founder of 2MPower—shares her simple yet powerful system for mastering your mindset, reclaiming inner peace, and creating a life filled with balance and joy.

With years of experience coaching high-achieving individuals through life’s biggest challenges, Anne has developed a reputation for turning burnout into breakthrough. Whether you're juggling career demands, personal responsibilities, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the pace of modern life, Anne’s strategies are both practical and transformative.

This isn’t about surface-level self-care or fleeting motivation. It’s about a deep, lasting shift in the way you respond to life’s challenges. Anne’s thriving mindset method is designed for busy, driven people who want real tools to manage stress, navigate uncertainty, and stay energized—even when the world feels upside down. 

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How to find calm amidst the chaos using Anne’s practical strategies
• Instant techniques to transform stress into clarity and joy
• A proven mindfulness routine for high achievers with no time to waste
• How to break free from overwork and access untapped reservoirs of energy
• The subtle mindset shift that creates resilience and emotional strength
• Why “doing more” isn’t the answer—and what to do instead to truly thrive

If you’re someone who’s always striving but rarely arriving, this conversation will help you pause, realign, and return to what really matters. Anne’s wisdom is empowering, grounded, and refreshingly real—offering a roadmap for joy that fits right into the life you’re already living.

✅ Links & Resources:

Ready to Trade Stress for Balance and Burnout for Joy?
 Explore Anne McKeown’s empowering course Reignite Your Spark on Blisspot—designed for high-achieving individuals ready to shift from overwhelm to joy, and from exhaustion to energized clarity. This step-by-step program blends mindset mastery, daily balance techniques, and emotional resilience strategies to help you thrive—even in uncertain times.

👉 Discover Reignite Your Spark by Anne McKeown on Blisspot

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Because everyone deserves to live a life of balance, connection, and purpose.

Go gently, grow deeply — and let your Bliss illuminate the journey.

In this insightful episode of BlissTalk, we sit down with psychologist, therapist, and author Barry Winbolt to explore how everyday stress can be transformed into an opportunity for growth, clarity, and emotional balance. With over 30 years of experience helping people thrive under pressure, Barry shares powerful, practical techniques for managing stress in real-time — no complicated systems or long retreats required.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed at work, juggling responsibilities at home, or simply searching for more peace in your everyday routine, this episode delivers clear and actionable tools you can implement immediately. Barry explains how small shifts in thinking and simple changes to your daily habits can dramatically reduce stress and build personal resilience — starting today.

Discover the science behind stress and how to work with your mind and body instead of against them. Learn how mindset, routine, and language patterns affect your stress response, and how becoming aware of these patterns can put you back in control. Barry also discusses the importance of self-talk, micro-habits, and emotional flexibility in maintaining a healthy and productive lifestyle.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

•  Proven techniques to manage stress without overhauling your life
• How to break the cycle of negative thinking and overwhelm
• Small daily practices that increase resilience and wellbeing
• Why mindset and self-awareness are critical for lasting change
• The role of emotional agility and balance in personal and professional life

If you’ve ever wished for a more balanced, grounded approach to stress management — one that actually fits into your real life — this episode will empower you with the tools to take charge of your mental wellbeing and thrive under pressure.

✅ Links & Resources:

Ready to Take Control of Stress and Build Lasting Resilience?

Explore Barry Winbolt’s full collection of expert-led courses designed to help you manage stress, improve communication, and build emotional strength in everyday life. Backed by decades of experience in psychology and personal development, these courses offer simple, effective tools to support your mental and emotional wellbeing — at your own pace, in your own time.

Start your journey to a calmer, more resilient you today:
 👉 Discover Barry’s Courses on Blisspot

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Because everyone deserves to live a life of balance, connection, and purpose.

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What if the key to healing chronic pain lies not in resisting it — but in listening to your body’s quietest whispers?

In this deeply moving episode of BlissTalk, author and embodiment guide Lissa M. Cowan shares how she transformed over 20 years of living with chronic pain by turning inward. Through practices like mindful writing, craniosacral therapy, yoga, and Jungian dreamwork, Lissa found a path back to peace, intuition, and self-trust.

Lissa reveals how chronic pain can be more than a limitation — it can be an invitation to slow down, feel deeply, and come home to your body. Her journey is one of profound healing, radical wholeness, and creative exploration — and she teaches others how to access this wisdom through the powerful fusion of writing and embodied awareness.

If you or someone you love is living with chronic pain, stress, or emotional disconnection, this conversation offers hope, practical insight, and a reminder that healing is not only possible — it’s your birthright.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why chronic pain isn’t just physical — and how to listen to the deeper messages it holds
• The healing power of mindful writing as a gateway to your true self
• How body-based practices like craniosacral therapy and yoga support deep emotional release
• The role of Jungian dreamwork in integrating your unconscious for wholeness
• What it means to "come home" to your body, even in moments of discomfort or fear
• How intuitive guidance and creative practices can restore inner peace and resilience

✅ Links & Resources:

Ready to explore deeper healing through writing, presence, and intuition?
If this episode resonated with you, take the next step on your journey to wholeness.

Dive into Lissa’s transformative course and learn how to gently shift your relationship with pain, reconnect with your body, and unlock the healing power of mindful self-expression.
👉 How to Overcome Chronic Pain and Live with Peace

Because peace isn't something you chase — it's something you remember, from within.

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At Blisspot, we believe emotional wellbeing is the foundation for a thriving, meaningful life. If today’s episode inspired you, offered tools you can use, or helped you feel seen, please share it with someone who might benefit too.

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Join us for more honest, expert-led conversations on personal growth, emotional wellbeing, and creating a life that feels as good as it looks — from the inside out.

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Because everyone deserves to live a life of balance, connection, and purpose.

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Is it really possible to stay positive when life feels overwhelming? Can gratitude truly shift your mindset — even during tough times?

In this uplifting episode of BlissTalk, we welcome Georgian Benta, gratitude expert and host of The Gratitude Podcast, to explore the transformative power of appreciation, even in adversity. Georgian shares real-life stories and practical strategies that demonstrate how gratitude isn’t just a feel-good habit — it’s a powerful tool for resilience, emotional wellbeing, and lasting joy.

Through years of dedicated practice and interviews with global thought leaders, Georgian has uncovered what it takes to live from a place of consistent gratitude, no matter your circumstances. His message is simple yet profound: by appreciating life as it is, you can unlock a deeper sense of peace, purpose, and positivity.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The science behind why gratitude rewires the brain for happiness
• How to find beauty and strength in everyday moments — even the hard ones
• “Advanced gratitude” techniques to tap into awe, wonder, and joy
• How to transform challenges into growth opportunities through perspective
• The subtle mindset shifts that help you move from frustration to flow
• Why gratitude is essential for emotional resilience and healing
• Simple daily practices to create a more positive, grounded life

Whether you're dealing with stress, burnout, or simply seeking more light in your day, Georgian’s heartfelt insights offer a roadmap back to yourself — and to a life filled with peace, possibility, and presence.

Gratitude doesn’t mean everything is perfect. It means you choose to focus on what is meaningful — even when it’s messy. ~ Georgian Benta

✅ Links & Resources:

Ready to Feel More Abundance, No Matter What?

 Take the next step on your gratitude journey with Georgian Benta’s powerful course:
 How to Experience Abundance Through Gratitude

In this transformative, self-paced course, you’ll learn how to shift your mindset, rewire your brain for joy, and tap into a lasting sense of peace and prosperity — from the inside out. Whether you’re seeking more happiness, resilience, or clarity, this course offers the tools to help you experience life with a grateful heart and abundant spirit.

Don’t just listen — live it.

 👉 Start your journey now and unlock the power of gratitude today.

Website: https://blisspot.com

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In a fast-changing world of work, how do we lead with purpose and passion — while building teams that truly thrive?

In this energising and practical episode of BlissTalk, we sit down with Patricia Kaziro, impact business coach and founder of The Impact Business School, to explore how to future-proof your mindset and your workplace by cultivating strength, resilience, and joy from the inside out.

Patricia is a powerful enabler of transformational change — known for helping leaders and teams evolve into high-performing, inclusive, and values-driven cultures. Her approach blends deep self-awareness, modern leadership strategies, and a passion for authentic impact.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, manager, or team member navigating uncertainty, this conversation is your guide to building a workplace that feels alive with purpose and filled with possibility.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How to reconnect with purpose and passion in your professional life
• The keys to building inner resilience in the face of change
• Practical strategies to lead high-performance teams with clarity and care
• Why inclusive, emotionally intelligent leadership is essential for the future of work
• The mindset shifts needed to adapt to today's ever-evolving work landscape
• Tools to inspire your team — without burnout or pressure
• Why joy and wellbeing are not just "nice to have," but business essentials

Patricia’s warm, grounded energy and expert insights will leave you feeling empowered to lead with intention, uplift your team, and unlock your full potential at work — no matter what challenges arise.

When leaders tap into their purpose, their teams thrive. Impact becomes natural, and workplaces become powerful spaces for growth and transformation. ~ Patricia Kaziro

✅ Links & Resources:

Book a one-on-one coaching session with Patricia Kaziro here
Website: https://blisspot.com

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Because everyone deserves to live a life of balance, connection, and purpose.

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What if joy, healing, and personal growth were just one dance away?

In this uplifting and soul-nourishing episode of BlissTalk, we’re joined by Selene Yilmaz, internationally renowned dance educator and the visionary founder of Joimove — a global movement that helps people reconnect with their bodies, their communities, and their joy through the healing power of dance.

Selene believes that dance is more than movement — it’s a universal language of joy, a gateway to deeper self-expression, and a powerful catalyst for healing. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have never taken a step on the dance floor, her message is clear: everyone can dance, and everyone deserves joy.

From leading dance sessions in refugee camps and hospitals to coaching people around the world to use movement as medicine, Selene brings passion, wisdom, and warmth to this heart-opening conversation.

 In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How to invite more joy, health, and self-expression into your daily life through dance
• Why movement is a natural tool for healing trauma and releasing emotion
• Selene’s journey creating Joimove and its global impact
• Simple ways to reconnect with your body, regardless of age or ability
• How to use dance as a form of meditation, empowerment, and personal growth
• Why joy is a radical and essential act of wellbeing — not a luxury

If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your body, stuck in stress, or longing for more lightness and vitality in your life, this episode will inspire you to move — not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually too.

“Dance is joy in motion. When we move with intention, we come home to ourselves.” – Selene Yilmaz

✅ Links & Resources:
Discover the Joy Booster Workout: https://learn.blisspot.com/courses/Joy-Booster-Workout
Website: https://blisspot.com

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Because everyone deserves to live a life of balance, connection, and purpose.

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