Equilibrium Echoes

S2, Ep15 - In this conversation, Alyssa Decker and Emily Hawkins delve into the intricacies of having hard conversations, exploring personal experiences, the impact of assumptions, and practical strategies for effective communication. Emily shares her journey from a corporate leader to a fractional COO, emphasizing the importance of clarity and understanding in conversations. They discuss the nature of conflict, the significance of asking the right questions, and how to approach difficult discussions with empathy and openness. In this conversation, Emily Hawkins and Alyssa Decker explore the intricacies of communication, particularly in conflict situations. They discuss the importance of asking the right questions to unlock deeper conversations, the significance of listening to understand rather than to respond, and how to navigate challenges in relationships. The dialogue emphasizes building trust, managing internal narratives, and embracing different perspectives to foster healthier interactions.

BIO: Emily Hawkins is a seasoned business leader and the creator of LeaderSHIFT where Emily guides small business owners to implement strategies that not only keep more money in their businesses but also foster lasting success and growth. With over 15 years of experience in the corporate world—where she led teams, streamlined processes, and saved millions for large organizations— Emily made the pivotal decision in 2017 to leave the corporate sector and dedicate herself to helping small businesses thrive through her innovative approach. Equipped with a Supply Chain degree from the University of Tennessee, an MBA in Global Business from Georgia Tech, and a Robbins-Madanes life coaching certification, Emily has successfully coached over 2,500 individuals and business owners, guiding them to unlock their potential. Emily’s expertise and impact have earned her recognition, including being featured in Forbes in 2020 for her groundbreaking work. Emily believes meaningful changes in a business don’t require a fancy degree or technical know-how—just a healthy sense of curiosity and a willingness to adapt. 

@emilyhawkins4u 

https://www.emilyhawkins4u.com

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S2, Ep14 - In this episode, Alyssa Decker interviews Tina Sasso, a holistic wellness health coach, about the stories we tell ourselves and our internal dialogue. They discuss how these stories and beliefs affect our lives and what we can do to change them. Tina shares her personal journey of healing and replacing the belief that she is not good enough with the truth of her worth. They also explore the importance of mindset and identity in achieving long-term health goals and how to uncover the root causes of self-sabotage. The conversation emphasizes the need for curiosity, faith, and self-awareness in transforming our internal narratives. In this conversation, Tina and Alyssa discuss the importance of self-care, self-reflection, and self-compassion. They explore the impact of negative self-talk and the power of reframing our thoughts and beliefs. They also touch on the concept of the four tendencies from Gretchen Rubin's book, 'The Four Tendencies,' which explores different motivations and accountability structures. The conversation emphasizes the need to prioritize self-care and self-love in order to have the capacity to care for others. They provide practical steps for starting small and gradually building self-care habits.

As a Nurse Practitioner and Holistic Wellness Health Coach, as well as a Survivor of Relationship Trauma, Tina is passionate about empowering Women Survivors of Relationship Trauma and/or Addiction. Her mission is to help them take charge of their health, boost their energy and confidence, and achieve their optimal health and life goals through the utilization of Faith, Mindset/Identity, Mindfulness, Gratitude, Self-love/Self-care, Healthy Boundaries, Accountability, and Consistent healthy habits. All nurturing the path of letting go of what doesn’t serve and embracing all that does. This is facilitated through a private Facebook community called "Tina Sasso-Love Your Health," a 90-minute Health Audit session, a 10-day natural detox challenge called “Shred10 Challenge”, a 12-week personalized 1:1 Health Coaching program, and a customized Small Group Health Coaching program.

Once someone signs up with the lead magnet I will have an upcoming newsletter (Nov 2024 is the goal) with information/invitation to join the Shred10 Challenge. 

https://tina-sasso-np-holistic-wellness-health-coach.ck.page/fb20087909

S2, Ep13 - In this episode of Equilibrium Echoes, Alyssa Decker discusses her upcoming book, 'Relationships Are Hard and Other Lies I Believed.' She explores the complexities of relationships, emphasizing that while they require work, they should not be hard all the time. Alyssa shares insights on emotional safety, the importance of boundaries, and the dynamics of healthy versus unhealthy relationships. She highlights the significance of repair after conflicts and encourages listeners to seek help if their relationships feel overwhelmingly difficult. The episode concludes with a preview of her book and an invitation to join the waitlist for a free copy.

So happy to meet ya! Your journey through difficult relationships is tough.  I know, because I’ve been there.  It took me a few years to figure out how to show up to my most challenging relationships the way I wanted to (with confidence and peace).  Now, I’m here to help you make the same shift, in far less time.  

I know from experience that what is happening in your relationship might not be your fault at all.  But that doesn’t mean that you can’t change it.  You can change so many things simply by learning the skills of navigating these relationships… and oftentimes, the relationship changes when you change how you are showing up.

I am a certified life coach, with additional education in CBT and NLP.  Learning is always useful, but when combined with life experience, it’s a game changer.  

I’m excited to join you on your journey into peace, healing, and resolve!

coachingwithalyssa.com

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Book Wait List

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Launch Team

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S2, Ep12 - In this episode, Alyssa Decker shares insights from her new book, 'Relationships Are Hard and Otherwise I Believed.' She discusses the burden of feeling responsible for others' emotions, the exhaustion that comes with managing those feelings, and the importance of allowing oneself and others to experience pain as a part of growth. Alyssa emphasizes the need for self-care and empowerment, encouraging listeners to focus on their own emotional well-being rather than trying to control the emotions of those around them.

So happy to meet ya! Your journey through difficult relationships is tough.  I know, because I’ve been there.  It took me a few years to figure out how to show up to my most challenging relationships the way I wanted to (with confidence and peace).  Now, I’m here to help you make the same shift, in far less time.  

I know from experience that what is happening in your relationship might not be your fault at all.  But that doesn’t mean that you can’t change it.  You can change so many things simply by learning the skills of navigating these relationships… and oftentimes, the relationship changes when you change how you are showing up.

I am a certified life coach, with additional education in CBT and NLP.  Learning is always useful, but when combined with life experience, it’s a game changer.  

I’m excited to join you on your journey into peace, healing, and resolve!

coachingwithalyssa.com

https://alyssadecker.com/podcast

https://www.facebook.com/Equilibrium.Echoes/

https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithalyssa614/

https://www.instagram.com/equilibriumechoespodcast/

https://www.youtube.com/@EquilibriumEchoes614

S2, Ep11 - In this episode of Equilibrium Echoes, host Alyssa Decker speaks with trauma support specialist Gabby Hull about the intricate connections between trauma, attachment styles, and addiction. Gabby shares her journey through childhood trauma, addiction, and her path to healing. The conversation delves into the neuroscience behind trauma, the importance of self-care, and how movement modalities like dance and martial arts can aid in recovery. They discuss the significance of understanding attachment styles in relationships and the role of connection in overcoming shame and addiction. Gabby emphasizes the need for compassion and support for those struggling with trauma and addiction, highlighting the importance of community and healthy connections in the healing process.

Gabby is a Certified Trauma Support Specialist (CTSS) and a Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP). Gabby is honored to be a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, as well as a small business owner. 

As a child, Gabby wrestled the grasp of poverty, unimaginable abuses, neglect, and drug addiction at the age of 12 - which led her into the foster system. As an adult, Gabby has experienced the aftereffects of trauma. Today, she serves her community by fostering hope, healing, connection, and growth for trauma survivors. Sheathed, Inc., is a 501(c)3 initiative that provides free or reduced-cost expressive art modalities and healthy living activities to those struggling. 

sheathed.org

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S2, Ep10 - Changing Your Internal Landscape

In this episode, Alyssa Decker interviews Dr. Marcia Martin from the Heart Healing Foundation about creating your internal landscape. They discuss how trauma and abuse are often connected, the impact of the pandemic on trauma, and the importance of healing and changing the internal narrative. Dr. Martin explains that the internal landscape is the most important real estate you will ever own and that it is constructed by you. She emphasizes the power of self-talk and replacing negative beliefs with positive ones. Dr. Martin also provides practical tips for changing the internal landscape and offers resources through the Heart Healing Foundation.

BIO

Dr. Marcia Martin, M Ed, Ph D – The Heart Healer, is a spiritual empowerment counselor, metaphysical minister, bestselling author, public speaker, and clairaudient angel communicator specializing in helping people heal their relationship with themselves. By healing the heart of all past pain and trauma you’ll be able to establish and maintain healthy relationships with yourself and all others so you can live a successful life.

Her unique, heart-centered, energetic, healing approach, the Angel Heart Healing Technique, enables you to build the perfect relationship with yourself and helps you answer the questions, “Who am I? Why am I here? and Where am I going?”

Marcia will help you release your greatest fear so you can achieve your biggest dreams as you heal your heart and transform your life.

website - www.thehearthealingfoundation.org

free gift - https://www.thehearthealingfoundation.org/11ways

S2, Ep9 - In this episode, Alyssa Decker interviews Gina Fox about trauma recovery and living a healthy life after trauma. Gina shares her personal experience as a childhood trauma survivor and how she helps her clients through her coaching practice. They discuss the four categories of childhood abuse (emotional, physical, verbal, and sexual) and the different healing modalities Gina uses in her practice, including mindset change, mindfulness exercises, somatic movements, relaxation techniques, and neuro art. They also explore the concept of the body-keeping score of trauma and the importance of feeling safe in one's body. The conversation highlights the process of identifying triggers and working through them to heal and make progress in recovery. In this conversation, Gina and Alyssa discuss the process of healing from trauma. They explore the challenges of breaking old patterns and behaviors that are designed to keep us safe but hinder our growth. They emphasize the importance of taking small steps and being kind to ourselves along the way. Gina shares her experience of working on identifying and addressing intergenerational trauma in her family. They also discuss various modalities for trauma healing, including trauma-informed movement and progressive muscle relaxation. Gina highlights the significance of mindfulness in the healing journey and introduces the concept of neuro art. They conclude by discussing the upcoming Rise Up From Trauma summit, which aims to provide resources and support for trauma survivors and their caregivers.

BIO

Gina is Certified as a Trauma-Informed Neuro Specialist. Which is a fancy way of saying, Gina loves working to create new neural pathways and neuroplasticity for clients. 

The aftereffects Gina endured, disrupted her brain development and function. Because of this, she became fascinated with how trauma negatively impacts the brain. Learning the neuroscience and healing principles that were important to restore brain function and enhance development.

Gina is the founder of Transformative Healing where she helps clients understand how the aftereffects of a traumatic event/circumstance affect us psychologically and physiologically on the cellular level from a neuroscience lens. She helps clients by using a variety of modalities including; journaling, critical thinking, expressive art, third-person self-talk, somatics, and more.

She is the founder of We Are The Voice, an organization dedicated to the advocacy of childhood trauma survivors, and the author of In The Mind: Trauma to Transformation.

My website: transsformativeheal.com 

Summit: Wearethevoice.org 

S2, Ep8 - Vicki Goodman shares her inspiring perspective on grief and loss after the passing of her husband. She discusses the messages and insights she received from a higher power, which helped her move forward and find new passions in life. Vicki emphasizes the importance of not feeling guilty for moving on and embracing new experiences. She encourages individuals to balance engaging in enjoyable activities and allowing time for quiet reflection. Vicki also challenges the cultural expectation of grieving and offers tips for processing grief and finding joy in the next chapter of life.

Author Bio:

Vicki Paris Goodman is the author of To Sam, With Love: A Surviving Spouse’s Story of Inspired Grief. After the death in 2019 of her husband Sam, the love of her life, she was unexpectedly flooded with optimism and presented with a host of possibilities for an exciting and meaningful future. She received valuable insights from an outside source, enabling her to conceive a more realistic and uplifting understanding of death and loss. She knows these concepts will free others to face the passing of a loved one with a far more optimistic outlook.

Having lived most of her life in the Los Angeles area, Ms. Goodman now resides in Prescott, Arizona. She is a retired mechanical engineer. She sings and plays violin semi-professionally. She served a Long Beach (CA) area newspaper for over twenty years as a theater critic. She is currently writing her second book, Speed Bumps: And Other Impediments to Life in the Fast Lane, a slightly self-deprecating treatise on the trials of life, especially from the point of view of a type A personality.

For show notes:

Contact Vicki and read her blog at her author website: VickiParisGoodman.com

URL for discounted book purchase: InspiredGrief.com/book

URL for Vicki’s FREE belief-shifting 3-episode audio series: InspiredGrief.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vickiparisgoodman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samnvic28/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicki-paris-goodman-1021a6270/

S2, Ep7 - In this conversation, Alyssa Decker interviews Megan Farison about her journey of healing and overcoming trauma. Megan shares her experience of discovering that her high school band director, with whom she had a secret relationship, was arrested for child sexual abuse and pornography. She discusses the challenges of coming to terms with the abuse, navigating the legal process, and dealing with the emotional aftermath. Megan emphasizes the importance of therapy, self-reflection, and the support of loved ones in the healing process. Megan Farison shares her journey of healing from trauma and addiction. She discusses the importance of facing past traumas and making changes in her life. Megan also opened up about her substance abuse issue with alcohol and the realization that she needed to seek sobriety. She emphasizes the connection between trauma bonds and addiction, highlighting the need for support and understanding. Megan talks about the process of seeking closure and creating her closure when it wasn't provided by her abuser. She shares the importance of gratitude and holding contradictory truths in healing and growth.

Bio

Megan is an educator, writer, memoir coach, and sexual assault victims advocate. She’s interviewed internationally renowned music educators, composers, and performers on her podcast Sing, Coach, Conduct, which has listenership in multiple countries. Recently, she served as Secretary of the Michigan chapter of the American Choral Directors Association and President of the Central Michigan University Choir Alumni Association. In 2021, Megan founded the Lux Women’s Choir in Mid-Michigan to create safe artistic spaces for women. In September, Megan will launch Give Her the Pen, a memoir coaching business that empowers women to share their stories, one page at a time. Megan’s debut memoir, Dissonance, will be released in paperback, ebook, and audiobook on November 25, 2024.

Links

Meganfarison.com

Linktr.ee/giveherthepen

S2, E6 - In this episode, Alyssa Decker and guest Chanel Ellie discuss relationship anxiety. They explore the origins of relationship anxiety, which often stems from childhood experiences and family dynamics. Chanel shares her personal journey of becoming a therapist and specializing in helping clients with relationship anxiety. They also discuss the impact of societal and cultural expectations on relationships. The conversation highlights the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and finding a balance between meeting others' needs and taking care of oneself. In this conversation, Alyssa and Chenelle Ellie discuss the impact of father and mother relationships on women as adults. They explore the differences between the two relationships and how they shape our understanding of love and relationships. They also provide practical tips for healing and retraining ourselves, including identifying our needs, seeking support, and setting boundaries. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-discovery in navigating relationship anxiety.

Chenelle Ellie is a mental health therapist who currently serves the states of MD, VA, DC, and FL. She specializes in working with women who struggle with relationship anxiety and is also passionate about helping everyone get the most out of therapy sessions. Chenelle also co-hosts a podcast called Reality Check Therapy Hour where she discusses relationships in Reality TV from a therapeutic lens with her cohost Maggie who is also a therapist. If you are someone who struggles with a difficult relationship with your mom, Chenelle facilitates  Mother Hunger Groups where she supports adult daughters to learn to set boundaries and create a plan on how to move forward with your relationship with your mother. Whether you are looking to facilitate a conversation to aid in understanding each other or gain the courage to walk away from the toxic relationship, Chenelle will help you navigate your personal journey.

Website: www.selfcared4.com

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reality-check-therapy-hour/id1753319098

Reality Check Therapy Hour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitychecktherapyhour/

Chenelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chenelleisselfcared4/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cheerstorealitytears