Broken to Brave | Guiding you to heal & break free from anxiety

Do you ever find yourself trapped in a cycle of anxiety, emotional volatility, and overthinking? It's a common struggle for those of us raised by emotionally immature, narcissistic, or toxic mothers.

In this eye-opening episode, I reveal the importance of downregulation - learning how to come out of fight or flight mode and find calmness - and the mistakes we often make in trying to control our emotions and environment. Discover the power within you to break free from this detrimental cycle and become the unstoppable version of yourself that you were always meant to be!

Ready to rewire your nervous system and stress response to regain control of your body and reclaim your power in any situation? I discuss my new Brave Breathwork Program, which can help you do just that.

https://www.brave-method.com/breathwork

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[FREE TRAINING]
How high-achieving women can
DITCH anxiety in as little as five minutes a day
www.brave-method.com/anxiety

[FREE CALL]
Book a free call to ask me questions directly and see
if we are a fit for working together.
www.bravemethod.com/book

[RESULTS]
Which of these results do you want and inspire you the most?
www.brave-method.com/testimonials

💗 Dr. Steph
@DrStephanieLopez
www.brave-method.com

In this captivating episode, we are joined by Diane Gatza, a specialist in financial planning during maternity leave and the creator of Confident Cards. Diane shares her remarkable journey, which began with her personal battle with postpartum depression and ultimately led to a profound spiritual awakening as a new mother. Through her experience, she discovered the importance of relinquishing control and embarked on a transformative path of healing, self-discovery, and heightened awareness.

Diane delves into a pivotal moment in her life when she finally started heeding her intuition. This pivotal shift inspired her to transition from a career in engineering to becoming a tarot card reader, as she felt an undeniable calling from the cards themselves. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that embracing our intuition can lead us to a life of authenticity, vibrancy, and profound joy. Tune in to be inspired by Diane's incredible journey.

A look at what we talked about:
1. Diane’s story of going through postpartum depression and a spiritual awakening.
2. The reason she left her job and followed her intuition to dedicate her life to card reading.
3. Diane’s personal advice to all women out there that feel broken.

Connect with Diane:
Confident Cards confidentcards.org
California Maternity Leave Consulting californiamaternityleave.com

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[FREE TRAINING]
How high-achieving women can
DITCH anxiety in as little as five minutes a day
www.brave-method.com/anxiety

[FREE CALL]
Book a free call to ask me questions directly and see
if we are a fit for working together.
www.bravemethod.com/book

[RESULTS]
Which of these results do you want and inspire you the most?
www.brave-method.com/testimonials

💗 Dr. Steph
@DrStephanieLopez
www.brave-method.com

I recently realized that I had fallen back into old patterns: working without rest, pushing myself to a point where I felt exhausted, and repeating this cycle every day while also taking care of my girls and husband. If you can identify with this, please know that you are not alone. It is normal for all humans to fall back into old patterns.

In this episode, I will share with you what I did and what I recommend to my clients when they find themselves in similar situations. Our initial natural reaction is to beat ourselves up, thinking that it is how we learn. However, the reality is that this approach isn't helpful. Treating ourselves with compassion is always the right answer when it comes to learning from our mistakes.

In this episode you’ll learn the following:

• The power of allowing yourself to tolerate all of your emotions.
• What to do when you’ve fallen back into old patterns.
• The importance of giving yourself grace and accepting that you made mistakes.

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[FREE TRAINING]
How high-achieving women can
DITCH anxiety in as little as five minutes a day
www.brave-method.com/anxiety

[FREE CALL]
Book a free call to ask me questions directly and see
if we are a fit for working together.
www.bravemethod.com/book

[RESULTS]
Which of these results do you want and inspire you the most?
www.brave-method.com/testimonials

💗 Dr. Steph
@DrStephanieLopez
www.brave-method.com

Women often turn to personal development tools like gratitude, affirmations, and talk therapy for emotional relief. While these tools can be helpful, they are, unfortunately, only part of the solution. Becoming too reliant on them can actually hinder progress, as they may overshadow the need for deeper internal healing and growth. 

Tune in as I encourage you to look beyond the limitations of conventional personal development tools. While gratitude practices and positive affirmations can be beneficial, they are merely "small pieces of the puzzle" and I'm here to help you ditch the mistakes that are you keeping you stuck. 

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Break free from the control-shame cycle that plagues many high-achieving women.
• Embrace a holistic approach for regulating emotions with a focus on the body.
• Prioritize internal self-care to heal the root cause of personal struggles.
• Unleash your unstoppable self by engaging in transformative inner work.
• Discover a comprehensive method for emotional regulation that harmonizes body, mind, and environment.

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[FREE TRAINING]
How high-achieving women can
DITCH anxiety in as little as five minutes a day
www.brave-method.com/anxiety

[FREE CALL]
Book a free call to ask me questions directly and see
if we are a fit for working together.
www.bravemethod.com/book

[RESULTS]
Which of these results do you want and inspire you the most?
www.brave-method.com/testimonials

💗 Dr. Steph
@DrStephanieLopez
www.brave-method.com

Join me in this episode as I share the powerful lessons I wish I knew at the beginning of my healing journey, including the truth about defense mechanisms, the power of self-acceptance, and the importance of forgiving oneself and others. Defense mechanisms are so much more prevalent than you think... things that you think are inherently part of who you are, might just be wrong. 

Tune in as I address my personal experiences and the insights I've gleaned. By sharing these invaluable discoveries, you can gain a better understanding of the challenges and potential benefits of embarking on such a journey. In the Broken to Brave podcast, I aim to offer guidance and advice to listeners who are at the start of their healing journey. 

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Embrace the transformative effects of self-acceptance on personal growth and healing.
• Recognize and dissolve defense mechanisms to reveal your true, authentic self.
• Discover the paramount role of forgiveness in moving on from past wounds.
• Learn how enlisting a coach can help identify detrimental patterns early in their development.
• Cultivate self-love by acknowledging the core essence of love present in every individual.

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[FREE TRAINING]
How high-achieving women can
DITCH anxiety in as little as five minutes a day
www.brave-method.com/anxiety

[FREE CALL]
Book a free call to ask me questions directly and see
if we are a fit for working together.
www.bravemethod.com/book

[RESULTS]
Which of these results do you want and inspire you the most?
www.brave-method.com/testimonials

💗 Dr. Steph
@DrStephanieLopez
www.brave-method.com

Are you wondering if this podcast is for you? Well, if you've ever felt broken, struggled to control your reactions, experienced constant anxiety, or feared inheriting your mother's negative traits, then I assure you, you're in the right place.

I want you to know that you have the power within you to transform your life. You have the ability to break free from the chains that have held you back for far too long. It's time to reclaim your strength and take control of your emotions, your thoughts, and your reactions.

Imagine a life where you no longer feel overwhelmed by anger or frustration, where you can respond with grace and composure even in the most challenging situations. Picture yourself feeling calm, happy, and fully present, embracing each moment with confidence and clarity. This is not just a distant dream; it can become your reality.

In this episode, I'm covering:

• Welcoming you to the podcast and what you can expect
• Fostering self-awareness to heal and grow from complex mother-daughter bonds.
• Conquering self-doubt and unveiling your quintessential worth.
• Bolstering yourself and other women to soar, no matter the circumstances.

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[FREE TRAINING]
How high-achieving women can
DITCH anxiety in as little as five minutes a day
www.brave-method.com/anxiety

[FREE CALL]
Book a free call to ask me questions directly and see
if we are a fit for working together.
www.bravemethod.com/book

[RESULTS]
Which of these results do you want and inspire you the most?
www.brave-method.com/testimonials

💗 Dr. Steph
@DrStephanieLopez
www.brave-method.com

Welcome to the Broken to BRAVE Podcast, where Dr. Steph, PhD, LHEP–former NASA psychologist and coach–guides ambitious women to heal from their challenging upbringing due to a narcissistic, emotionally immature, or toxic mother. If you've ever felt broken, struggled to control your reactions, experienced constant anxiety, or feared inheriting your mother's negative traits, then this podcast is for you. With weekly releases, you'll learn how to transform these struggles into feelings of happiness, calmness, fulfillment, self-pride, and be able to break the cycle. Join Dr. Steph on this journey towards a better you and learn how to have the ultimate control over your reactions so that you are untriggerable.

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[FREE TRAINING]
How high-achieving women can
DITCH anxiety in as little as five minutes a day
www.brave-method.com/anxiety

[FREE CALL]
Book a free call to ask me questions directly and see
if we are a fit for working together.
www.bravemethod.com/book

[RESULTS]
Which of these results do you want and inspire you the most?
www.brave-method.com/testimonials

💗 Dr. Steph
@DrStephanieLopez
www.brave-method.com