Inner Peace, Better Health

In this heart-centered episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, Leah Chrest—author, preacher, Christian meditation teacher, and devoted mother—shares how grief, surrender, and faith reshaped her life. Leah opens up about her personal journey through trauma, her husband's alcoholism, and his eventual passing, and how meditation helped her release control and anchor deeply in God's presence. She explains how Christian meditation is about listening as much as praying, and how surrendering outcomes allows miracles to unfold. For anyone facing loss, overwhelm, or doubt, this conversation offers powerful insights on leaning into divine guidance and trusting that God’s plans always surpass our own.

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Key Takeaways:

Surrender is not weakness but a path to peace and alignment with God’s will.

Christian meditation allows space to listen, not just speak, deepening the relationship with God.

Grief can become a profound teacher when viewed as part of God’s greater plan.

Letting go of control opens doors to unexpected miracles and personal growth.

Even small acts of surrender, like releasing expectations, can foster deeper trust in divine timing.

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What if your next layoff—or decision to walk away—could lead to your greatest breakthrough? In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by Pav Lertjitbanjong, founder of LayoffReady.com and a top MBA who left her corporate career at 43—not because she had to, but because she planned for it. Pav shares how personal crises like divorce and the loss of a loved one sparked a radical shift, pushing her to redefine success, reclaim her time, and layoff-proof her life. Learn how to calculate your “freedom number,” reduce your financial dependence, and build the courage to create your next chapter—on your terms.

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Key Takeaways:

You don’t need a trust fund to retire early—know your survival, FU, and FIRE numbers.

Layoff-proofing is about creating options, not just job security.

Courage over comfort: small, consistent steps create big freedom.

Mental health, sleep, and clarity are worth more than job titles.

Walking away is not failure—it’s a planned pivot to peace.

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Website: www.layoffready.com

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

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In this gripping episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya speaks with Nico Verresen—former Muay Thai fighter turned performance psychologist and Tantra guide—on the transformative power of intensity. From the fighting ring to meditation halls, Nico has mastered the art of transmuting stress and conflict into clarity and presence. This conversation explores how stress, when reframed, can become our greatest teacher and how conflict, when embraced, deepens connection rather than breaks it. Nico shares profound insights on somatic wisdom, emotional resilience, and the spiritual strength found in discomfort.

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Key Takeaways:

Stress is not your enemy—it’s your body’s way of signaling importance and opportunity.

Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses are survival patterns; true power begins with awareness of your triggers.

Long-term intimacy and clarity arise when you stay present in conflict rather than avoid it.

Mastery over self comes from integrating intensity—not suppressing it.

Real freedom is living a life of chosen values, not adopted rules.

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What happens when ambition collides with addiction? In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Dean Patrick—former Stanford student, crypto hedge fund founder, and author of God Money. Dean opens up about his dramatic fall from financial success into drug-induced psychosis, and how that collapse became the unlikely gateway to spiritual awakening. He shares how Zen Buddhism, radical self-inquiry, and the simplicity of breathwork helped him find meaning beyond money, control, and ego. If you're navigating a dark moment, this conversation offers grounded wisdom and a way through.

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Dean Patrick is the author of God Money: Lost and Found in the Crypto Wilderness. Once a rising star in Silicon Valley's finance scene, Dean faced a severe collapse after addiction and the crypto crash derailed his career. Today, he is a Zen practitioner, writer, and speaker dedicated to exploring spiritual sobriety, self-forgiveness, and conscious healing.

Key Takeaways:

True healing begins when we stop chasing control and start accepting impermanence.

Addiction often stems from self-induced suffering and the illusion of separation.

Zen meditation isn’t an escape—it’s a return to presence and wholeness.

Self-forgiveness is essential for sustained recovery and personal peace.

Breath is the most accessible and powerful tool to reconnect with the present moment.

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What if fear wasn’t something to conquer—but a signal for a different kind of leadership? In this powerful episode, hypnotist and neurodivergence coach Duff McDuffee unpacks how many of us live trapped in a punishment paradigm—motivating ourselves through fear, stress, and “shoulds.” Duff offers a radical alternative: motivation rooted in joy, love, and devotion. From gentle language reframing to body-based shifts like “bounce-shake-flow,” he shares practical tools for reclaiming energy, creativity, and inner power. A must-listen for neurodivergent entrepreneurs, overthinkers, and anyone ready to lead from heart—not hustle.

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Key Takeaways:

Stress and productivity often stem from a punishment paradigm—doing things out of fear, obligation, or self-criticism.

Joy and love can be far more sustainable motivators—offering flow, ease, and renewed energy.

Neurodivergent individuals may struggle with discipline but thrive with devotion and inspiration.

Language reframes, such as shifting from “I have to” to “I choose to,” unlock a powerful sense of agency.

Somatic practices like “bounce-shake-flow” help dissolve resistance and restore energy flow.

Resistance isn’t failure—it’s feedback. Work with it, not against it.

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In this heartfelt episode of , host Shreya sits down with Dr. Caroline Eick—co-founder of the Center for Heart Mind Coherence—to explore the powerful intersection of trauma healing, spiritual wisdom, and neurocardiology. Caroline opens up about her personal journey through intergenerational PTSD and parenting a child with a mental health condition. She shares how heart-based practices transformed not only her inner life but also her relationships—particularly the one with her son. If you’ve ever struggled to find peace amid emotional chaos, this conversation offers deep insight and practical tools.

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Key Takeaways:

The heart is more than a physical organ—it’s a center of emotional intelligence.

Healing begins by tuning inward and softening our emotional patterns.

Heart-based breathwork can transform conflict into compassion.

Trauma is not defined by events but by how the nervous system processes them.

Consistent heart-focused practices create ripple effects in families and communities.

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In this powerful episode of , host Shreya sits down with Ellen Busch—trauma survivor, life coach, and author of Disempowered. From escaping abuse to training with Navy SEALs, Ellen shares how she transformed her life by confronting limiting beliefs, reclaiming her voice, and committing to deep healing. She opens up about the critical moment on a crowded highway that sparked her journey, how discipline and breathwork became tools for transformation, and why thriving—not just surviving—is possible for anyone willing to begin. This episode is a raw and grounded look at what it means to heal from the inside out.

About the Guest – Ellen Busch:

Key Takeaways:

Ellen’s healing began with a “surrender point” on a highway—choosing to live differently.

Her biggest limiting belief was internalized shame from dyslexia and abuse.

Training with Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine taught her emotional resilience through physical discipline.

Breathwork, especially box breathing, can be a starting point for calming the nervous system and healing trauma.

Healing is not linear. It takes time, commitment, and trustworthy guidance.

Reclaiming your voice is about authenticity and aligning with your true purpose.

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Website: ellenbusch.com

Instagram: @ellenbusch1500

Book: Disempowered available on Amazon & Audible

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In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by Tara Wiskow—intuitive energy healer, reinvention guide, and the founder of Be The Change You Need. Tara shares her transformative journey of shedding 220 pounds and confronting deep patterns of self-abandonment and people-pleasing. She breaks down how emotional weight can weigh heavier than physical, why women often sabotage themselves to feel “enough,” and how energetic healing can unlock authentic self-worth. This conversation is a raw and real exploration of healing, power, and what it truly means to come home to yourself.

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Key Takeaways:

True transformation begins after the weight is lost—when the inner work starts.

Women often self-abandon to be “enough” for others, masking unmet needs.

The first step to reclaiming power is committing just 5 minutes a day to yourself.

Energy blocks are like hardened clay; clearing them allows your true self to rise.

Reinvention starts with letting go of the old and choosing a new internal truth.

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In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with ADHD coach and author Sue Day to uncover what ADHD really feels like inside the body. Sue shares her lived experience and the emotional toll of burnout, rejection sensitivity, and the misunderstood brilliance of neurodivergent minds. Together, they unpack how ADHD impacts introspection, emotional regulation, and the mind-body connection. Sue offers tangible, body-based tools—from balancing exercises to micro-mindfulness—that make self-regulation more accessible. This conversation isn't about fixing ADHD; it's about understanding it with compassion and clarity.

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Key Takeaways

ADHD affects both mental and physical introspection, often causing people to miss body cues.

Reframing your day with a "what I did" list builds self-worth and momentum.

Burnout in ADHD often goes unnoticed until the body shuts down—early detection is key.

Simple somatic tools like finger rubbing or balancing can shift focus and reduce overwhelm.

Society’s narrative about ADHD needs to evolve—it’s not a deficit, it’s a different kind of brilliance.

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In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we’re joined by Rachel Vancelette—global art curator, fashion visionary, and healing guide—who brings a rare perspective on how art, fashion, and technology intersect to support emotional well-being. Rachel shares deeply personal experiences of navigating trauma and stress through artistic meditation, offering insight into how creativity can be a profound spiritual and healing practice. From walking through museums to creating community through color and texture, Rachel redefines mindfulness beyond stillness, encouraging listeners to reclaim peace through sensory expression. This conversation is a powerful reminder that art isn't just decorative—it's transformative.

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Key Takeaways:

Art can be a powerful meditative and healing practice, not just an aesthetic experience.

Creative expression—including fashion, color, and design—can reduce stress and reconnect us to our inner self.

Technology, when used intentionally, can enhance spiritual and artistic connection rather than hinder it.

Healing often begins by returning to childhood joys—horses, nature, music, or simply walking through a museum.

Artistic experiences in community settings can foster deeper emotional engagement and social awareness.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rvancelette/?hl=en

Website: https://www.vancelette.com/

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