Have you ever wondered who you would be without the crutch, or the pull, of alcohol? It's a question that might make you squirm a little, but it's worth sitting with. What if that glass of wine or that bottle of beer is actually bottling up your true potential?
Our guest today is Amanda Kuda. She can attest to the fact that you don’t need to have a drinking problem for alcohol to be holding you back. Like a lot of successful young professionals, her life was basically a carousel of opportunities to drink that ended up leaving her feeling unfulfilled in her spirit, relationships, and career. She didn’t hit “rock bottom” or need a recovery program, but she did need a change. It was only when she tried Dry January that she realized sobriety was the linchpin to a better life. In a culture that treats alcohol as a cure-all to subdue anxiety, grieve, and celebrate, she found that cutting it out helped her truly reach her full potential.
Now, she's an alcohol-free lifestyle expert and coach helping ambitious, soul-centered women stop drinking and start manifesting the life they desire and deserve. Amanda’s first book, “Unbottled Potential: Break Up With Alcohol And Break Through To Your Best Life,” hits the shelves today, October 3, 2023.
We will learn:

The connection between alcohol and identity

The real myths of moderation

How removing ineffective things from our lives can create space for positive growth


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Give your mind a little love with Mind Love, a podcast dedicated to the exploration of the power of the mind, focusing on mindset, mindfulness, mind-body-soul, and science-based approaches to mental health. Each week, Melissa Monte hosts interviews with inspiring guest experts, delving into evidence-based mind science and real-life stories from those who have overcome their mental challenges.
Whether you’re looking to find purpose and inner peace, rewire negative thought patterns, manifest your goals, or simply treat yourself with more kindness, Mind Love will help you unlock your mind's potential. Get ready to expand your understanding of the mind and learn practical tools for a healthier, happier, more fulfilling life.

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How anxious attachment shows up in relationships beyond romance

The fascinating research that reveals the timeline to create a secure attachment and what that means for your closest relationships

Why 70% of us are clinging to invisible wounds and how we can start healing


Ever notice how certain emotional patterns are like weeds in a garden? They keep cropping up, no matter how many times you think you've pulled them out.
What if I told you that you might be accidentally keeping these patterns going without even realizing it? Like you’re stuck in a loop of drama and insecurity.
You see, sometimes we can find a strange kind of comfort in the chaos, even when it's not good for us.
The big thing to pay attention to is something called attachment – it's the way we learn to connect with people when we're young children. About half of us have a hard time feeling secure in our relationships because of it.
Changing these patterns isn't always easy. It means facing some uncomfortable truths and making decisions that are different than the ones that got you here.
Today we're going to explore how we connect, love, and ultimately, how we can take back control of our emotional lives. When we start untangling those roots, that's when we can really start growing. And you might just be surprised at how strong you really are when you begin to change your emotional landscape.
Our guest is Jennifer Nurick, a licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, Couple Therapist, Energetic Healer, and author of “Heal Your Anxious Attachment”. She is the founder and voice of Psychotherapy Central. She has been working in the healing space for over 20 years, combining Eastern energetic practices and Western psychotherapy. She offers transformational courses to help individuals and couples heal trauma and build secure long-term relationships.
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Emotional Intuition: Rewiring Anxious Attachment Wounds with Jennifer Nurick • 346

We will learn:

The power of adjusting our reactions by just 1% to create a whole new reality in our relationships.

How our identities shape our habits and the importance of evolving our sense of self to inspire change.

The crucial role of clear boundaries and standards in forging healthy, fulfilling relationships.


Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "Why does this always happen to me? Am I attracting dogs or is this just the state of the market?” At some point, it starts to feel like the right person is an illusion.
If you’ve found yourself in a cycle of the same relationship issues over and over again, it often means that you’re caught in a belief system that is subconsciously shaping your reality.
If you don't confront these patterns, decouple from them, and cultivate new ones, you could be sentencing yourself to a life of rinse and repeat.
So maybe, it’s time to ask the hard questions, and that’s what this episode is about. How to raise your standards, set intentions, and find your person.
Our guest is Matthew Hussey. He is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and coach specializing in confidence and relational intelligence. His YouTube channel is number one in the world for love life advice, with over half a billion views. He also writes a weekly newsletter and is the host of the podcast “Love Life With Matthew Hussey.”
Today he will teach us his proven approach to finding love but also how to feel confident and in control of our own happiness regardless of relationship status. 
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How to Raise Your Standards and Find Your Person with Matthew Hussey • 345

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How to distinguish between what's habitual and what's transformative

How adding your unique signature to age-old rituals can transform your life's most important moments

Why the tiniest rituals could make the biggest difference in your love life


Have you ever noticed how some moments feel extra special, while others just blend into the background of your life?
Things like the school bell ringing at the end of the day, blowing out birthday candles, or a even something as simple as a handshake after a deal - These are rituals, little traditions that mark important moments in our lives.
If we ignore the power of rituals, we might lose touch with who we are. They reflect our choices and remind us of who we are and who we want to be. They're like a compass pointing us in the right direction.
However, rituals can also become a burden if we're too rigid about them. The key is to find a balance - create your own unique mix of routines and spontaneous moments that tell your story.
Every little ritual, even the ones we barely notice, shapes who we are.
We're about to explore the power of rituals with expert Mike Norton. We'll learn how these everyday practices can bring us clarity, strength, and connection. Even the most ordinary moments can be magical if we embrace them. So get ready to discover the transformative power of your daily rituals.
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Rituals as a Lifeline to Identity, Transitions, and Certainty with Mike Norton • 344

We will learn:

Powerful two-word mantra to help you approach difficult decisions

The liberating question that could realign your life's path with true happiness.

Powerful rituals that can guide you to personal closure, even when others leave the story unresolved.


How often have you mistaken persistence for passion or comfort for contentment?
The problem is, most of us don’t just fear change, but we have a whole narrative around quitting, as though it’s some form of failure. And these lies can keep us stuck in rooms we’ve long outgrown.
So, how do we turn down the noise to turn up our own inner nudges? And how can we move more quickly toward our own new doorways of possibility? That’s what we’re talking about today.
Our guest is Emily Freeman. She is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of five books, including "How to Walk into a Room" and "The Next Right Thing." She is also a spiritual director, workshop leader, and host of The Next Right Thing podcast, and her most important work is to help create soul space and offer spiritual companionship and discernment for anyone struggling with decision fatigue.
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The Art of Knowing When to Stay and When to Walk Away with Emily Freeman • 343

We will learn:

How ‘doing nothing’ can radically transform your health and clarity

How to find which body element type that dominates your life, and why it matters

The colors of foods that best suit your element type


Historically, healers tapped into intricate body connections, like reflexology and chakras, along with herbal medicine, aromatherapy, cupping therapy, and the study of body element types… all without the help of X-rays, MRIs, and computers.
Today, we’re diving into the world of body element types, and it’s like unlocking a secret map to our own health. Think of it as the ancient version of a personalized health quiz. In traditions like Traditional Chinese Medicine, they talk about elements like Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each of us fits into one of these categories, and it's not just for fun – it tells us a ton about what our bodies and minds crave for balance.
Understanding whether you're more Fire than Water, or more Earth than Metal, can change the game. It's like having insider knowledge on how to eat, move, and chill in ways that actually feel right to you.
So today we’re going to learn the secrets of your element type, plus a whole lot of other holistic health practices.
Our guest is the TikTok famous Dr. Anis Khalaf, aka @acupuncturefit on socials. He is a medically trained Acupuncture Physician who helps top performers get their health back through an ancient technique called Element Typing. He is the founder and CEO of Acupuncture Fit and VirtualTCM.com. He creates custom Traditional Chinese Medicine health plans for people who suffer from pain, infertility, addiction, gut and hormone imbalance, skin conditions, and severe, terminal, and rare cases.

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