Why This Episode is for You: 

If you’re a woman navigating perimenopause or menopause, or if you're interested in learning how hormonal health impacts mental wellness, this episode is packed with vital information. Jen Hershey sits down with Johanna Swanson, a menopause advocate and expert, to unpack the often-overlooked aspects of hormonal health, grief, and self-discovery. This episode will empower you to understand your body better and reclaim your health during this transformative time.

What We’re Unpacking in This Episode: 

In this enlightening conversation, Jen and Johanna dive deep into the hormonal changes women face during menopause and perimenopause. Joanna shares her personal journey, the symptoms and challenges of these transitions, and how to better understand and manage them. They explore the connection between hormonal balance, mental health, and environmental factors such as water quality, cortisol, sunlight, and EMFs. The episode highlights key insights into nutrition myths, the importance of stable blood sugar levels, and how local foods can help balance hormones.

Your Key Takeaways:

• Hormonal changes during menopause and perimenopause can significantly affect mental health, and grieving the loss of your former self is an important part of the process.
• Menopause is not just an end—it’s a portal to self-discovery and new strengths.
• Environmental factors, such as morning sunlight, water quality, and non-native EMFs, impact our hormonal balance.
• Cortisol, the stress hormone, plays a crucial role in health, and managing it can support hormone production.
• Eating local and seasonal foods, stabilizing blood sugar, and including healthy fats in your diet are key strategies for maintaining hormonal balance.
• Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference in how we feel during these transitions.

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Why This Episode is for You

If you or someone you know is navigating the complexities of a cancer diagnosis, particularly the emotional and physical toll of triple negative breast cancer, this episode is for you. Sarah's story is a testament to resilience, vulnerability, and the power of community support. Whether you're a single mother, someone dealing with health challenges, or just seeking insight into the cancer journey, this episode offers valuable lessons in self-care, advocacy, and personal growth.

What We’re Unpacking in This Episode

In today’s conversation, Sarah opens up about her profound experience with stage three triple negative breast cancer, sharing the difficulties she faced—from diagnosis to treatment. She discusses the importance of seeking support, navigating healthcare systems, and advocating for yourself, especially when dealing with complex insurance processes. Sarah also emphasizes how community, vulnerability, and self-care played pivotal roles in her healing journey, offering advice on how others can find strength and connection during similar challenges.

Your Key Takeaways

• Sarah's Diagnosis: Diagnosed with stage three triple negative breast cancer, Sarah shares the emotional rollercoaster of her journey.
• Chemotherapy & Its Impact: The effects of chemotherapy go beyond physical changes, influencing mental and emotional health.
• The Role of Nutrition: Understanding the significance of nutrition during cancer treatment became a crucial part of Sarah’s self-care routine.
• Work & Family Prioritization: Taking a leave of absence from work allowed Sarah to focus on her health and family without added stress.
• Community Support: Sarah reflects on how overwhelming and healing her community support has been throughout her battle.
• The Power of Sharing: By sharing her story, Sarah has not only helped herself heal but also inspired others to open up and find their own healing.
• The Importance of Asking for Help: Many people want to help but may not know how. Sarah emphasizes the importance of being clear about what you need.
• Self-Care & Mental Health: During difficult times, prioritizing self-care and mental health is essential to your well-being.
• Healthcare Advocacy: Navigating insurance and treatment options requires self-advocacy to ensure you receive the best possible care.
• Resilience: Sarah highlights the emotional resilience needed to face the uncertainty and challenges of cancer treatment.
• You Are Not Alone: The emotional journey is valid, and sharing your experiences can foster connection and understanding.

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• Listen to Creating Sunshine Podcast
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Why This Episode is for You

If you’ve ever found yourself questioning your parenting strategies, feeling overwhelmed by your own triggers, or simply wondering how to raise emotionally resilient kids in a chaotic world—this episode is for you. I sat down with therapist and parenting expert Sari Rose Barron to explore the realities of modern parenting, diving deep into topics like attachment theory, emotional regulation, and generational trauma. Whether you’re a parent, therapist, or just curious about how our childhood wounds show up in adulthood, you’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and empowered.

What We’re Unpacking in This Episode

• How self-concept and emotional regulation influence the way we parent
• Why perfect parenting doesn't foster secure attachment
• The power of repair, reflection, and connection in strengthening parent-child relationships
• A gentle intro to parts work and how understanding our inner child transforms our responses
• The hidden role of generational trauma in shaping parenting behaviors
• Why boundaries and empathy are both crucial for emotional safety
• The link between behavior management and deeper emotional needs
• Practical tips for navigating triggers and staying grounded

Your Key Takeaways

✨ Parenting is not about perfection—it’s about presence.
✨ Repair matters more than rupture. It’s never too late to reconnect.
✨ Behavior is a symptom, not the root. Get curious about what’s underneath.
✨ You don’t have to fix every feeling. Holding space is powerful.
✨ Parts work can help decode your inner parenting landscape.
✨ Emotional regulation starts with you. Kids mirror what we model.
✨ Boundaries are a gift, not a punishment. They create safety.
✨ Connection means welcoming all emotions, not just the pleasant ones.
✨ Parenting is a journey of healing—for you and your children.

This episode is packed with therapeutic wisdom, conscious parenting tools, and raw, real conversation. Share it with a fellow parent or healer who needs this reminder: we are all learning, growing, and doing the best we can—together. 💛

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• Parenting Scripts for Tricky Moments
• Get Raising Your Teen Without Losing Your Mind Course
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🔮 Why This Episode is For You
If you've ever felt a mysterious pull toward the spiritual realm, sensed energy in your body, or wondered if your physical symptoms have emotional roots—this episode will light you up. Whether you're woo-curious or fully immersed in the mystical, Julie Ryan’s insights into psychic development, healing, and spirit communication will help you connect the dots between the body, mind, and soul.

🌌 What We’re Unpacking in This Episode

• Julie’s journey from corporate executive to full-time psychic medium
• How medical intuition can offer insight into physical and emotional ailments
• The role of belief in the healing process—and how spirit participates
• What past life regression reveals about your current blocks
• Spiritual communication: from telepathy and angels to fairies and aliens
• Children and their innate connection to the spirit world
• The intersection of energy healing, traditional medicine, and intuitive imagery
• Reincarnation, the afterlife, and the truth about time in the spirit realm

💫 Your Key Takeaways

• Julie discovered her intuitive gifts in her 30s—it's never too late.
• Everyone has the potential to connect with spirit through intention and practice.
• Emotional blocks often manifest as physical symptoms—energy healing can help.
• Past life exploration can provide healing in this life.
• Spirits communicate through images, frequencies, and telepathic impressions.
• Fairies and aliens? Yes, really. And they’re more connected to us than you think.
• Angels have never lived human lives—spirit guides have.
• Children are naturally tuned in to the unseen world and can be our greatest spiritual teachers.
• The body is designed to heal itself when aligned with spirit.
• Time is a human invention—spirit operates outside of it.

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Episode Resources for You:

• Get Julie’s Free Book: Angel Attendees 
• Work with Julie
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• Listen to Julie’s Podcast
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Why This Episode Is for You
If you’re tired of vague “green” promises from big companies and wondering what sustainability really means, this episode will shift your perspective. Whether you're a conscious consumer, an entrepreneur trying to do better, or just overwhelmed by the climate crisis, this conversation with sustainability expert and former UN consultant John Pabon will give you clarity, inspiration, and real-world insight. It's not about being perfect—it's about doing better.

What We’re Unpacking in This Episode
🛢 The hard truths about corporate greenwashing
📈 How consumer power drives real change
💡 The role of media and positive messaging in climate action
🔥 Why climate change is already affecting us—and how we normalize it
🌍 What true sustainability looks like (spoiler: it’s complicated)
💬 The influencer shift away from fast fashion
🤝 Why collective, imperfect action still matters

Your Key Takeaways

• John Pabon’s career pivot was sparked by a teacher who encouraged him to look deeper into social impact.
• Sustainability is not just about the environment—it includes social and governance aspects too.
• Consumers hold massive power: our spending habits influence how companies behave.
• Greenwashing is real, and it’s rampant—especially in the oil and gas industries.
• Perfect sustainability doesn’t exist, but progress and accountability matter.
• Regulated industries tend to show better sustainability metrics.
• The media rarely links extreme weather to climate change, which desensitizes the public.
• We need hope-driven storytelling, not fear-based messaging, to inspire action.
• Everyone has a personal sustainability “passion point”—find yours and lean into it.
• Don’t try to do it all. Focus on your strengths and be part of the change.
• The influencer world is slowly shifting, challenging fast fashion and promoting more ethical choices.
• Global climate impact is interconnected, and our choices ripple out far beyond us.

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🩵 Why This Episode is for You
If you’ve ever questioned your intuition, struggled to access your creativity, or felt disconnected from your inner guidance—this episode is for us. In this conversation with Kelsey Erickson, we dive deep into what it really means to trust yourself. We talk about feminine energy, writing practices like morning pages, Human Design, and how learning to listen to your intuition can change everything. Whether you're exploring an alcohol-free lifestyle, craving more presence, or just looking for ways to feel more aligned—this conversation is full of the magic that happens when we remember our power.

✨ What We’re Unpacking in This Episode

• How Kelsey’s journey with creativity and coaching evolved through writing and self-trust
• The power of morning pages as a meditative practice for unlocking creativity
• How Human Design reveals your unique creative energy and decision-making style
• The role of feminine energy in business, spirituality, and personal expression
• Why intuition should lead the way—and how to stop outsourcing it
• The impact of the nervous system on clarity and intuitive connection
• Living in the present moment and detaching from outcomes
• How an alcohol-free lifestyle opened up more space for creativity and intuition
• Shadow work and how resistance often points to the exact area of needed growth

🔑 Your Key Takeaways

• Creativity is personal, spiritual, and necessary for transformation
• Morning pages aren’t just journaling—they’re a doorway to your inner world
• Self-trust is the foundation of every aligned decision
• Intuition isn't optional—it’s your most valuable resource
• Small, intuitive choices build the muscle of trust over time
• The universe co-creates with you—but it’s waiting for your move
• Detach from drama and redefine your version of authenticity
• Feminine energy in business is a flow, not a formula
• You’re not late. Your next step has never been taken before

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Why This Episode Is For You

If you’ve ever wondered why you’re here, felt the weight of family patterns, or questioned how your relationships are teaching you deeper truths—this one’s for you. In this deeply insightful conversation, Jen Hershey and spiritual guide Amelia Struthers explore soul contracts, spiritual parenting, name vibrations, and the powerful intersections of karma and healing.

Whether you’re on a personal growth journey, navigating complex family dynamics, or looking to unlock your soul’s purpose—this episode offers guidance, validation, and a whole lot of heart.

What We’re Unpacking in This Episode

• The meaning of soul contracts and how they shape your spiritual journey
• Why changing your name can impact your soul’s vibration and life path
• The connection between karma, talents, and life goals
• How birth charts and astrology reveal family dynamics and parenting lessons
• The importance of emotional resilience and self-awareness in conscious parenting

Your Key Takeaways

• Soul contracts are spiritual agreements made before birth that influence your relationships, healing, and growth.
• Your name carries energetic vibrations—changing it can shift your soul’s trajectory.
• Karma, talents, and goals work together to support your personal evolution.
• Understanding your child’s birth chart can help you parent with more compassion and insight.
• Self-awareness and vulnerability are essential tools for healing generational wounds and building emotional resilience.

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Episode Resources for You:

Get Your Soul Contract Read by Amelia

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Why This Episode Is For You
If you’ve ever felt like your spiritual side didn’t belong in your work—or you’ve questioned how to bring your full self into your healing practice—this episode is for you. I sat down with Beth Goss, a fellow therapist and deeply intuitive soul, to talk about the intersection of therapy and spirituality. Whether you're navigating chronic illness, exploring your purpose, or finding the courage to be fully authentic, this conversation will speak to your heart and remind you that you're not alone on this path.

What We’re Unpacking in This Episode

• Beth’s journey through chronic illness and how it awakened her spiritual gifts
• The tightrope walk between therapy ethics and intuitive knowing
• How ancestral wisdom and past life experiences show up in modern healing
• The challenges of coming out and navigating family acceptance
• Self-acceptance as a radical act of healing
• Why some paths take longer—and why that’s okay
• How psychic sessions can bring insight and affirmation
• The importance of trusting your own timeline, process, and truth

Your Key Takeaways

• You can be a therapist and deeply spiritual—it’s not either/or
• Your intuition is a legitimate, ethical guide in the healing process
• Chronic illness can be a doorway to purpose and transformation
• Healing is holistic: emotional, physical, spiritual—all of it matters
• Family dynamics around coming out are layered, real, and worth honoring
• Exploring past lives might give you clarity about this one
• Being real with clients creates deeper, more powerful connections
• There’s no deadline on your dreams or your healing
• Self-judgment keeps us small—self-trust sets us free
• You don’t have to have it all figured out to be on your path

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Why This Episode Is for You

• You struggle with attachment issues, codependency, or emotional dysregulation.
• You're interested in nervous system regulation and how it affects relationships.
• You want to become "trigger-proof" and set healthier emotional boundaries.
• You're looking to break generational cycles of trauma and unprocessed shame.
• You want to cultivate more secure, fulfilling relationships.

What We’re Unpacking in This Episode
In this conversation, I sat down with Dr. Nima Rahmany an attachment specialist, to dive into his powerful approach to healing through nervous system regulation. We explore the deep-rooted impact of trauma, parental influence, and attachment dynamics in relationships—unpacking how these patterns shape the way we connect, communicate, and heal.

• The science of attachment styles and how they shape our interactions.
• How to become trigger-proof by rewiring emotional responses.
• The importance of emotional boundaries in breaking patterns of enmeshment and codependency.
• How unprocessed shame keeps people stuck in dysfunctional relationships.
• The power of understanding, forgiveness, and individuation in healing from parental conditioning.
• How relationships thrive when both partners commit to doing the inner work.

This episode is packed with practical insights to help you reclaim your emotional freedom and cultivate healthier, more secure relationships.

Your Key Takeaways

✅ Understanding attachment styles is key to healing.

✅ Becoming trigger-proof rewires emotional responses.

✅ Emotional boundaries are essential for healthy relationships.

✅ Parenting shapes attachment and emotional patterns.

✅ Codependency and enmeshment create relationship chaos.

✅ Individuation is crucial for breaking unhealthy cycles.

✅ True forgiveness comes from understanding.

✅ Conflict can strengthen relationships when navigated with awareness.

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Episode Resources for You:

Take Dr. Nima’s Attachment Quiz

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Why This Episode is For You:
If you're navigating personal growth, healing, or recovery, this episode is a must-listen. Chris Sullivan shares his transformative journey, covering everything from overcoming financial struggles and family trauma to finding empowerment through spirituality, running, and mycology. Whether you're on your own recovery path or looking to build a more supportive community, this conversation offers insightful wisdom on self-reflection, personal responsibility, and healing through non-traditional methods.

What We’re Unpacking in This Episode:

In this episode of the How We Get Through podcast, Chris Sullivan opens up about his life and the lessons he's learned along the way. We dive into topics such as:

• The role of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and its impact on his healing journey
• The importance of spirituality and how it helped him find stability
• Mycology and nature as healing tools for personal growth
• Navigating financial and emotional codependency in relationships
• The power of community, self-empowerment, and the importance of personal responsibility
• Cannabis as a tool for self-discovery and recovery
• How vulnerability, emotional spectrum, and relationships all play a part in true healing

Your Key Takeaways

• Self-Discovery: Chris used TikTok to explore and express his journey, making the process public for personal growth.
• Healing Outside of AA: He found that his progress came more from spirituality and nature than from traditional recovery programs.
• Spirituality & Mycology: Both were crucial elements of his healing, as he embraced the wisdom of nature to transform his pain into purpose.
• Codependency Awareness: Chris shares how financial help can intertwine with emotional control in relationships, and how he found personal responsibility through it.
• Recovery Tools: Cannabis became a tool in his journey, emphasizing that stability, empowerment, and understanding one’s desires are central to recovery.
• Building Community: Running and connecting with others helped him build a new, supportive network that thrives on mutual empowerment and wellness.
• Self-Reflection & Growth: Chris emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, balancing personal needs with helping others, and understanding the spectrum of emotions for growth.

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Episode Resources for You:

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