Holistic Healing Podcast

Why does it feel like we’re breaking apart as a nation, and what can we do to heal?

In this inspiring episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast with Luam, you’ll learn the foundational practice of energy awareness, what it is, why it matters, and how it can shift the course of your day. Whether you consider yourself spiritual or not, your energy shapes how you feel, how you show up in the world, and how others respond to you.

If you’ve ever wondered why you feel drained after certain interactions or environments, this episode offers clarity and simple tools to help you stay aligned, calm, and in control of your energy.

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(3:25) Three ways to start tuning into energy

(4:14) How environments affect your energy

(6:27) Signs your energy may be off

(8:01) Knowing your energy vs. others’

(9:22) Outro

Why does it feel like we’re breaking apart as a nation, and what can we do to heal?

In this inspiring episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, Luam shares the mic with psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt, who explores how the wounds we carry as individuals mirror the dysfunction we see in our society. Drawing from decades of therapeutic experience and her book America in Therapy, Phyllis shares how abuse, neglect, blame, and disconnection shape not only our families but also our schools, workplaces, and governments. She explains how the principles of healing can be scaled from the therapy room to the national stage. This episode is a reminder that collective healing is possible, and it starts with understanding the root of our pain.

Phyllis Leavitt is a veteran psychotherapist, speaker, and author with over 30 years of experience helping people heal from trauma, abuse, and emotional pain. She’s the author of America in Therapy, a groundbreaking book that applies the principles of family healing to society at large. Through her work, Phyllis empowers individuals and communities to understand trauma and restore human connection at every level.

Where to find more of Phyllis Leavitt:

Website: https://phyllisleavitt.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phyllis-leavitt-630179255 

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

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@phyllisleavittpodcasts1053 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(03:59) Abuse behind closed doors in America

(05:12) Applying family therapy to national healing

(07:59) The roots of emotional disconnection

(12:26) Therapy without blame or retribution

(14:42) The parallels between abuse and policy

(18:18) The “go first” principle for conflict repair

(24:02) Why the desire to hurt disappears when we reconnect

(26:48) Recognizing symptoms as signals of trauma

(30:17) How modern life and politics deepen disconnection

(36:50) Choosing healthy tech and media investments

(38:17) Outro

What if burnout isn’t the end—but an invitation to realign with your purpose? 

In this inspiring episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, Dr. Nicole Bradford joins Luam to share how to maintain your inner flame in a world that constantly asks you to dim it. From her personal story of misalignment to her practical M.A.I.N.T.A.I.N. method, she explains how burnout can signal deeper emotional misfires, and why transformation requires intention, authenticity, and spiritual grounding.

Dr. Nicole Bradford is a passionate motivational speaker, author, and leadership coach dedicated to helping individuals overcome burnout, rediscover their purpose, and live with unshakable passion. With a background in education and personal transformation, she equips others with tools to lead authentically, reconnect to their inner flame, and walk boldly in their God-given calling.

Where to find more of Dr. Nicole Bradford:

Website: https://www.maintaintheflame.net 

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nicole-d-bradford 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro(01:46) Her burnout story and staying true to values(03:32) What burnout really feels like(06:24) How to recognize early burnout signs(06:31) The M.A.I.N.T.A.I.N. framework explained(11:23) Burnout vs. being off-purpose(14:03) Coaching clients through burnout and rediscovery(17:04) Leadership qualities everyone needs(19:22) Internal shift to lead well(21:01) Escaping autopilot with daily intention(23:04) Her daily habits: faith and family(25:40) Outro

Why do so many men suffer in silence, unable to access the emotional and spiritual healing they truly need?

In this powerful episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, host Luam welcomes Michael Tierno, co-founder of Men of Integrity. Michael shares the raw truth about the emotional isolation men face and what it really takes to heal. He opens up about his own transformation, from relying on logic and spiritual bypassing to experiencing unconditional love through expanded states like ayahuasca. Through story and deep wisdom, Michael offers a roadmap back to the heart. This episode isn’t just about psychedelics. It’s about the sacred return to wholeness.

Michael Tierno is the co-founder of Men of Integrity, a healing community for men that combines immersive retreats, guided psychedelic experiences, and brotherhood-based accountability. With years of experience in transformation work, Michael helps men release the armor of disconnection and step into their true essence, rooted in safety, love, and power.

Where to find more of Michael:

Men of Integrity Retreats: https://moi.community 

Website: https://www.michaeltiernoguide.com 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(02:30) Why most men feel emotionally unsafe

(05:48) The spiritual bypassing trap

(08:15) Experiencing unconditional love in ceremony

(11:20) The inner child’s longing to be seen

(18:00) Masculinity, suppression, and rage

(21:47) Creating a healing container for men

(28:11) What “safety” truly means for men

(36:15) Bringing these tools into relationships

(39:48) Why joy isn’t always the goal

(42:10) Returning to the wholeness within

(45:30) Hope for the future of masculinity

(48:30) Outro

What if success wasn’t just about what you achieve, but how you feel while achieving it?

In this powerful episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, Jacopo Iasiello joins host Luam and shares how a life-changing injury led him from the soccer field to the real estate world, and ultimately, to a deeper path of inner growth and spiritual connection. Jacopo opens up about his rise in business, the emptiness he felt despite his material success, and how he discovered the true source of fulfillment: internal abundance.

Jacopo Iasiello is an entrepreneur, author, and holistic lifestyle advocate whose journey spans from aspiring pro athlete to real estate investor to soul-driven leader. Known for blending practical business strategies with deep spiritual insight, Jacopo empowers others to create lasting success through mindfulness, discipline, and energy alignment. His work centers around helping people cultivate internal abundance and redefine wealth from the inside out.

Where to find more of Jacopo:

Website: https://www.jacopoiasiello.com 

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

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

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacopo-iasiello-50936244 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(02:34) From soccer dreams to jewelry business

(05:36) Lessons from failure and reinvention

(07:53) The MPB method for abundance

(10:01) Creating peace through daily practices

(12:39) The power of intentional mornings

(14:58) What is biohacking and why it matters

(19:04) Building discipline like a muscle

(20:29) True wealth is freedom and choice

(24:38) The emptiness of external success

(26:42) How environment and energy connect

(30:04) Spirituality as a compass for life

(32:42) Outro

Why do so many leaders struggle with control, communication, and compassion?

In this inspiring conversation, Sabine Gedeon shares her path from corporate HR to transformational leadership coaching and the surprising inner work that changed everything. Together with Holistic Healing Podcast host Luam, they explore what it means to lead with emotional intelligence, navigate discomfort with grace, and build a morning routine that truly sustains. Sabine challenges traditional leadership models and invites us to reconnect with our essence, not just as professionals, but as multidimensional beings. From energy harvesting to executive burnout, from spirituality to strategy, this episode is a call to conscious leadership in an evolving world.

Sabine Gedeon is a corporate trainer, executive coach, keynote speaker, and host of the She Leads Now podcast. With a background in HR and over a decade supporting high-impact leaders, Sabine helps individuals and organizations build emotionally intelligent, human-centered cultures. Through her work, she empowers leaders to reconnect with their inner wisdom, foster compassionate communication, and create lasting ripple effects through conscious leadership.

Where to find more of Sabine:

Website: https://sabinegedeon.com 

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

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

LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/SabineGedeonCoaching 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(01:22) Sabine’s pivot from HR to coaching

(04:29) Helping leaders become better humans

(07:23) Emotional intelligence and real leadership

(11:28) How the pandemic rewired the workplace

(15:08) Having uncomfortable conversations at work

(19:37) Managing up and getting buy-in

(26:55) Common mistakes leaders make

(39:07) Why charging yourself is non-negotiable

(46:03) The power of controlling your energy

(59:39) Rebalancing power and the future of leadership

(1:11:31) Outro

What if your pain was a map pointing you toward healing?

In this powerful episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, host Luam sits down with Kerie Logan, a hypnotherapist, intuitive channel, and host of the Master the Upper Room Podcast, to explore how trauma, emotional blocks, and unresolved generational pain shape our physical health and relationships. Kerie shares powerful stories of healing, from releasing throat pain rooted in heartbreak to clearing generational anxiety through visualization. Whether you’re navigating a toxic relationship, struggling with emotional triggers, or seeking spiritual clarity, this episode offers deep insight, compassion, and actionable hope.

Kerie Logan is a clinically certified hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, and trauma specialist with over 20 years of experience helping clients heal emotional wounds and reclaim their lives. She is the creator of Master the Upper Rooms, a framework for raising human consciousness and shifting stuck patterns in areas like fear, guilt, shame, and anger. With advanced training in trauma, emotional triggers, and inner child work, Kerie blends science, intuition, and compassion to guide people toward lasting relief and self-empowerment. Her work bridges psychology and spirituality to help others feel fully alive again.

Where to find more of Kerie:

Website: https://mastertheupperrooms.com 

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Master-the-Upper-Rooms/61567717626356/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerie-logan-19a6471b 

Email: [email protected]

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(03:18) Channeling, intuition, and writing from spirit

(08:55) Recognizing emotional patterns and set points

(14:47) Adulting: Moving from 3D to 4D consciousness

(18:00) Healing through hypnotherapy and story rewriting

(29:28) Clearing codependency and throat-related trauma

(36:43) Narcissism, compassion, and family cycles

(45:02) How emotional pain affects the body

(49:01) Clearing generational trauma through visualization

(56:05) Repeating lessons across lifetimes

(1:02:22) Outro

What if grief wasn’t something to hide, but a sacred offering?

In this powerful episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, host Luam welcomes Natalie Zacharias, an Emotion Code practitioner, for a soul-deep conversation on grief, boundaries, and energetic healing. Natalie shares her journey from corporate life to spiritual work, blending Gestalt therapy, plant medicine, and ancestral healing. Natalie offers beautiful insights on how to discern what emotions are truly yours, why your tears can become sacred offerings to the Earth, and how to hold space for yourself and others, without rushing the process.

Natalie Zacharias is a certified Emotion Code practitioner, transformational coach, and ordained priestess devoted to grief work, energetic healing, and ancestral ceremony. With a master’s in Integral Counseling Psychology and training in Gestalt therapy, Natalie bridges modern therapy with spiritual practice to support clients in reclaiming their emotional sovereignty. She facilitates virtual sessions, grief rituals, and priestess training to help others remember their worth and reconnect to harmony through sacred healing work.

Where to find more of Natalie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-zacharias-a4b1a5b0

Website: https://www.earthsamulet.com -  where you can explore her upcoming priestess training, Daughters of the Milky Way, co-led by Liv Wheeler.

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(02:18) From corporate job to calling

(05:54) Psychology meets spiritual awakening

(09:06) Reclaiming worth through deep healing

(12:29) What is Emotion Code healing?

(14:12) Rethinking boundaries and energy

(26:31) Every trigger is an opportunity

(35:31) Grief as a sacred offering

(40:05) Mother Earth as energy transformer

(58:57) Addiction to suffering and identity

(1:02:16) The power of ritual and ceremony

(1:07:13) Outro

Why do we stay in relationships that break us?

In this powerful episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, host Luam is joined by Rebuilding Coach Racheal Richards to unpack the deep wounds of betrayal, self-abandonment, and codependency. Racheal shares raw, personal stories and insights from her coaching practice, helping women heal after heartbreak, rebuild self-worth, and finally learn to trust themselves again.

Racheal Richards is a rebuilding coach who helps women restore self-worth, trust, and identity after heartbreak and betrayal. Known for her compassionate and practical approach, Racheal works with women navigating toxic relationships, divorce, or the emotional fallout of being unseen and unheard. Through individualized coaching and empowering insights, she helps clients step out of survival mode and into a life where they feel safe, seen, and whole again.

Where to find more of Racheal:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Coach-Racheal-Richards/61553363520871/ 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(02:30) What is a rebuilding coach?

(07:17) From victim mindset to self-trust

(10:33) Spotting trauma bonds vs. healthy love

(16:28) Can trust ever be fully repaired?

(21:19) Grace, dating again, and little wins

(30:19) Why values must come before love

(38:18) Why healing isn’t linear

(46:49) Narcissistic traits and emotional sabotage

(51:46) Attachment styles and relationship patterns

(58:44) Preparing emotionally, not just physically

(1:09:06) The power of independence in love

(1:12:03) Outro

What if the key to leading well isn’t control, but congruence?

In this soul-nourishing episode of the Holistic Healing Podcast, Marnie Swedberg joins host Luam to share decades of wisdom on what it truly means to lead, live, and speak with purpose. From her earliest lessons as a 14-year-old working with entrepreneurs to founding WomenSpeakers.com, Marnie has stayed grounded in her faith while guiding others to find power in their uniqueness. She opens up about impostor syndrome, ego traps in leadership, and the secret to lasting confidence: knowing you are already enough.

Marnie Swedberg is an international leadership mentor, keynote speaker, and author of 14 books. She’s the founder of WomenSpeakers.com, the world’s largest directory of Christian women speakers, and host of a #1-ranked radio talk show. With a history marked by fires, floods, business setbacks, and even a lightning strike, Marnie embodies resilience, faith, and joy. She’s spoken globally, from major corporations like Honeywell to women’s retreats, always inspiring others to live with purpose, confidence, and courage.

Where to find more of Marnie:

Website: https://www.marnie.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marnieswedberg

Book: https://amzn.to/42mhESh 

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mentormarnie 

Website 2:https://www.womenspeakers.com 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(02:56) Why congruence is everything

(04:39) What makes a good leader

(06:22) Replacing lack with enough

(08:33) Speaking without fear or pretending

(13:05) When leadership inflates your ego

(17:59) Staying grounded through failure

(23:33) Faith, surrender, and practical action

(27:01) Gratitude, alignment, and finding purpose

(38:56) The 5 levels of personal power

(47:59) Why evil mimics success and how to stay good

(59:36) Outro