Conversations That Heal

🦋 New Episode Alert: “Strength Can Be a Weakness” 🦋

How many times have you heard, “You’re so strong,  "I don’t know how you do it”… while you silently wonder who’s there to hold you?

In today’s Conversations That Heal episode, I take you behind the scenes of perpetual strength and talk about:

💬 After you tune in, share your biggest aha moment in the comments—let’s break the myth that we have to be “strong” 24/7.

Tag a friend who needs permission to take the cape off today. 🦋

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Dreaming in the Debris: Melissa Menny’s Journey from Childhood Trauma to Healing Through Words

In this powerful episode of Conversations That Heal, we sit down with Melissa Menny—writer, poet, and founder of theAddressHer.com—as she opens up about her extraordinary journey of healing after surviving what she calls “a wreckage of a home.”

Melissa’s story begins with unimaginable adversity: the death of her father from alcoholism at age 13, a mother imprisoned and battling schizophrenia, and the weight of raising herself alongside her siblings. But her story doesn’t end in the pain. It evolves into a narrative of resilience, reflection, and reclaiming her voice.

Melissa shares how the #MeToo movement became a turning point in her life, unlocking memories and truths she hadn’t fully named until she was 30 and preparing to become a mother herself. She speaks candidly about infertility, breaking generational cycles, and choosing to build a healthy marriage despite never having seen one modeled.

Through it all, Melissa has used writing as both a tool of survival and empowerment. Her latest book, My P is Political, gives voice to the female experience through raw, poetic honesty.

Her message is clear: Your trauma does not define you. You can rise above the statistics. This episode is for anyone who has ever felt stuck in their past but dared to dream anyway.

Visit: www.theaddressHer.com

In today’s episode of Conversations That Heal, Dr. Stephanie Jeffreys invites listeners into a heart-centered dialogue on what it truly means to give yourself grace. So often, we extend compassion to others while being our own harshest critics. But healing begins when we allow ourselves to be human—flawed, growing, and still worthy of love.

Stephanie shares personal reflections and practical wisdom on releasing unrealistic expectations, learning from our missteps, and embracing the journey without judgment. This episode is a gentle reminder that progress isn't always linear and that grace is a gift we’re allowed to give ourselves every single day.

Whether you're navigating a difficult season or just need a pause to breathe and reset, this episode will speak to your soul.

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In this powerful episode of Conversations That Heal, we’re joined by Carla A. Pinto — a New York attorney whose story is a testament to grit, resilience, and the courage to reinvent yourself.

Carla took the bar exam not once, not twice, but eight times over four relentless years — without a single break. Each failure chipped away at her confidence, while workplace betrayals and crumbling relationships intensified the pressure. Behind her professional composure, Carla cried herself home every night, struggling under the weight of expectations, isolation, and self-doubt.

Her breakthrough came when she finally surrendered — not to defeat, but to faith. She gave her burden to God, shifted her focus from passing the test to healing her spirit, and in February 2019, she passed the bar. But three years later, success didn’t feel like she imagined. She realized the career she had fought so hard for wasn’t fulfilling her anymore.

That realization led Carla on a journey of self-discovery — and to the surprising world of modeling. What started as a side interest opened new doors, reminded her of her power, and helped her redefine success on her own terms.

This episode is a raw, honest conversation about perseverance, identity, mental health, and the radical freedom that comes from letting go of society’s expectations.

Key Takeaways:

Never give up on your dreams — but make sure they’re still your dreams.

Your mindset can either be your prison or your path to peace.

You’re allowed to pivot, evolve, and build a life that truly makes you happy.

Connect with Carla:

Instagram: @_carlaapinto

Books Mentioned:

The Power of the Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy

Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza

In this deeply moving episode of Conversations That Heal, we sit down with Svetlana Serigny — a multilingual mother, chemist, MBA graduate, and passionate advocate for alternative healing — as she shares the extraordinary survival story of her son Marc.

After experiencing profound personal losses, including the heartbreaking loss of twins at 29 weeks and a painful divorce, Svetlana found hope again through her “last chance” baby, Marc — born healthy after her fourth round of IVF. But her world shifted once more in 2016 when 4-year-old Marc, previously asymptomatic, suddenly collapsed on a playground from a cardiac arrest caused by undiagnosed Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome.

What followed was a journey of heartbreak, frustration with traditional healthcare, and the incredible resilience of a mother determined to help her son heal beyond what doctors thought possible. From the failures of standard rehabilitation in France to the revolutionary benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) in Israel under the guidance of Dr. Shai Efrati, Svetlana reveals how she took Marc’s recovery into her own hands — pursuing cutting-edge therapies, studying tirelessly, and connecting with global communities of hope.

Svetlana’s story is not only a testament to medical advocacy, scientific curiosity, and maternal instinct, but also a reminder that healing often begins when we refuse to accept limitations. Marc, once wheelchair-bound, now walks independently — defying every odd.

Tune in to hear how one mother’s refusal to give up turned tragedy into transformation and why Svetlana believes that every parent should trust their intuition, study the science, and never stop fighting for their child’s future.

Connect with Svetlana:

Website: marcasso.org

YouTube: Marcasso Channel

Instagram: @svetpanuta & @ma_reeducation_collective

Facebook: Marc’s Association

In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Jeffreys explores the all-too-familiar pattern of constantly rushing in to save others—emotionally, financially, or spiritually—while leaving yourself drained, overlooked, and often heartbroken. If you’ve ever felt like the fixer, the rescuer, or the strong one who shows up for everyone but yourself, this conversation is for you.

Stephanie shares personal insights and wisdom for those who give until it hurts, only to realize their own needs are left unmet. You’ll be challenged to reconsider your boundaries, reflect on your worth, and redefine what it means to show up—without self-sacrifice.

This is your invitation to pause, protect your peace, and prioritize your own healing.

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Coach Lee, a dynamic force who balances life as a criminal defense attorney by day and productivity & accountability coach by passion. From courtroom strategy to personal development coaching, Coach Lee shares how she stepped into her dual purpose and why she believes you do have time for what matters—you just need to use it wisely.

We dive deep into:

🔑 The connection between law and life coaching

⏳ Common time-wasters and how to reclaim your schedule

🧠 The moment she got out of her own way and how personal development shifted her path

🔍 Why perspective is the secret to unlocking new potential

📈 Favorite productivity hacks and how to stay consistent

🚫 Breaking through limiting beliefs that keep you stuck

📘 Powerful principles from her book Lee’s Laws of Productivity

🧾 What to expect from her free productivity audit

🔄 How she avoids burnout while managing high-level performance

🚀 What’s next for Legal Lee and how you can work with her

Whether you're chasing goals, feeling stuck, or ready to level up, this episode is packed with motivation and practical tools to help you change your mindset, increase your productivity, and take action.

✨ Final takeaway from Coach Lee “Change your perspective, and you can change your life.”

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Healing in the Shadows: A Deep Dive with Amanda, Reiki Practitioner & Shadow Work Coach

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Amanda, a former corporate recruiter who courageously walked away from the corporate world to pursue a life of healing, self-discovery, and purpose. Now a dedicated Reiki practitioner and Shadow Work coach, Amanda shares her raw and inspiring journey through trauma, mental health struggles, and ultimately, profound transformation.

Together, we explore:

Amanda’s shift from corporate life to the healing arts

Her personal battles with mental health and dependency—and what it took to rise above them

The true essence of Shadow Work and why embracing your darkness is a gateway to light

How Reiki supports emotional, physical, and spiritual healing

Breaking free from false narratives and reclaiming personal power

Practical tools for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their healing journey

The importance of normalizing mental health conversations and ending the stigma

Insightful takeaways from books like Letting Go and It Didn’t Start with You

Amanda reminds us that healing isn’t easy—but it’s worth it. Her story is one of resilience, reclaiming identity beyond diagnoses, and stepping into authenticity with courage and compassion.

Final takeaway from Amanda: “You are not your diagnosis. You are not broken. You are healing.”

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Follow Amanda on Instagram / Threads: @aikoandokami 

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In this powerful episode, Dr. Stephanie Diane Jeffreys dives into the liberating truth that support during a season of struggle does not equal a lifelong debt. Many people feel bound by guilt or obligation to those who helped them through a difficult time, but what happens when that support turns into control, manipulation, or emotional bondage? Dr. Stephanie explores how to honor the help you received without sacrificing your peace, growth, or freedom. If you've ever struggled with feeling like you owe someone your loyalty at the expense of your well-being, this episode is for you.

Listen now and begin releasing the guilt of false obligation.

In this powerful episode of Conversations That Heal, we sit down with Chyna Te'Aira —a postpartum doula, yoga teacher, wellness coach, sound healer, and songstress—whose journey is rooted in truth, tenderness, and transformation.

Chyna Te'Aira shares how her path to healing began with the decision to reconnect with herself, breaking free from the cycles of pain inherited from her upbringing. Through heartbreak, self-discovery, and a courageous move to Bali, she redefined what it means to come home to oneself.

We explore the deep work of healing the mother and father wound, the importance of re-parenting, and how Chyna Te'Aira turned moments of loss into reclamation and resilience. She also unpacks what “Preserving Peace” truly means and how her various roles interweave to support women in remembering their wholeness.

This episode is a gentle yet empowering reminder that healing isn’t about fixing—it’s about remembering who you were before the world told you who to be.

✨ Whether you’re navigating your own healing or supporting someone else on their journey, this conversation offers insight, tools, and truth to guide you home to yourself.

Resources:

A Brave Space Coaching

Transformational retreats & sister circles

Daily practices for grounding and self-love

💫 Connect with Chyna:

Website: www.preservingpeace.org/