Grief isn’t just about loss—it’s about life, transitions, and the quiet spaces where emotions go unspoken. In this episode of Social Leopards, Bea and Beth sit down with certified grief educator and somatic practitioner Mandy Capehart to unravel the many types and layers of grief that are beyond mourning.

From unmet expectations to personal transformation, Mandy shares her own journey of personal growth and the healing power of restorative grief. Together, they explore how to navigate emotions, offer support without overstepping, and create safe spaces for resilience. Whether you're carrying loss or simply navigating life's changes, this episode will remind you: grief doesn’t have to define you—it can guide you. 

ABOUT MANDY: 

• Certified Grief Educator & Somatic Practitioner 
• Author of Restorative Grief: Embracing Our Losses Without Losing Ourselves
• Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restorative-grief-with-mandy-capehart/id1583949156
• Website: MandyCapehart.com

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In this episode of Social Leopards, hosts Bea and Beth delve into the world of emotional healing and resilience in adulthood with their guest, Crystal Dossman. Crystal shares her inspiring journey of overcoming personal challenges, including living with a brain tumor and navigating single motherhood. As a practitioner of biodynamic craniosacral therapy and energy healing techniques, Crystal offers a unique perspective on how these practices can aid in releasing tension, healing emotional trauma, and achieving balance and mental wellbeing.

Crystal's candid storytelling reveals how she transitioned from feeling isolated and misunderstood to finding relief, joy, and self acceptance through a transformative diagnosis. She offers a glimpse into how energy healing methods using the Emotion Code can address emotional disconnection and social anxiety, providing practical tips for enhancing social connection and mental health.

This episode is a deep dive into the power of acknowledging emotions and embracing healing from within, providing listeners with hope and practical tools to find meaningful personal growth in their own lives. Tune in for a conversation full of wisdom, inspiration, and the promise of transformation.

ABOUT CRYSTAL:  Embrace Healing, Unleash Balance: Rediscover Your True Self with Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy and Belief Code Energy Healing

• Website: crystaldossman.com
• Facebook handle: Healinginsideout
• Instagram handle: healing_inside_out

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Bea and Beth explore the current landscape of loneliness and highlight pathways to social connection and emotional healing. Today, they introduce listeners to Keeley Shoup, a prominent figure in the field of cuddle therapy and an advocate for boundary setting and consent education.

Keeley shares her journey into the world of platonic touch, inspired by her early experiences and a desire to integrate human touch with therapeutic practice. Listeners will discover the intricacies of cuddle therapy, from its foundational importance of trust and communication to the many ways it can facilitate healing and long-term benefits, including social connection. Keely emphasizes the role of cuddle therapy as a supportive space for isolated individuals and those navigating social anxiety or depression, offering tools to forge self accepance and authentic relationships in their lives.

Keely highlights the unique features of her practice, including applications for neurodivergent communities and the LGBTQIA+ population, while explaining learning and techniques involved in setting & respecting boundaries. We discuss the misconceptions around platonic touch, the dynamics of emotional regulation, and the importance of fostering genuine social connection in an increasingly isolated world.

ABOUT KEELEY:

• Owner, Chicago Cuddle Therapy
• Co-Owner & CEO – Cuddlist
• Board of Directors – Cuddle Party

Websites: cuddlist.com and keeleyshoup.com
All socials: @cuddlist or @yourcuddletherapist 

CONTACT US AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS: Many thanks to Anthony Church, who composed the music featured for Season Two. Please check out his content here: https://linktr.ee/anthonychurchmusic  

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Leon Macfayden shares his powerful journey of overcoming PTSD and building resilience after traumatic experiences as a police officer. Discover how he transformed personal struggle into purpose, and learn actionable strategies for finding meaning after trauma—a vital conversation for anyone navigating adulthood with emotional wounds.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions about suicide and bullying, which some listeners may find distressing. Please take care while listening.

ABOUT LEON: Please consider subscribing to Leon's Substack account. There is a free subscription with optional access to more in-depth content: traumatostrength.substack.com

Many thanks to Anthony Church, who composed the music featured for Season Two. Please check out his content here: https://linktr.ee/anthonychurchmusic

Book reference: Fear: the friend of exceptional people, by Geoff Thompson

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Welcome to Episode 21, where hosts Bea and Beth delve into the world of anxiety, loneliness, and the journey to overcome these challenges in adulthood. This week, they're joined by Megan Devito, a life coach dedicated to helping ambitious women tackle stress and build resilience.

Megan shares her unique path from teaching to life coaching, revealing how her personal battle with anxiety informed her approach to guiding others. Megan discusses the current loneliness epidemic and its connection to anxiety, alongside the misconceptions about social skills deficits. She offers enlightening perspectives on the role of self-care and the importance of recognizing anxiety as a natural emotion, not a personal failing.

This episode is an invaluable resource for anyone dealing with anxiety, seeking personal growth, or looking to better understand the complexity of human emotions in today's fast-paced world. It's a conversation rich with insights, practical life advice, and heartfelt stories, aiming to empower listeners to forge genuine connections and embrace their journeys to perfectly imperfect mental wellbeing.

ABOUT MEGAN: Megan Devito is a Life Coach helping high achieving women manage stress and anxiety, grow resilience and confidence and find success through personal coaching. Using her personal history of anxiety as well as coaching certifications and years of experience, Megan helps women find the thoughts and habits that are keeping them anxious, stressed and overwhelmed, teaches them how to trust their bodies instead of their anxious thoughts, and incorporates intentional fun that increases confidence, resilience, and success.

Ready to ditch the stress and anxiety so you can feel calm, confident, and have more fun? Megan's coaching approach, founded in scientific evidence and fueled by personal and client successes, is guiding ambitious women towards a more joyful and fulfilling life. As the host of More Than Anxiety podcast, she shares practical strategies, honest conversations, and inspiring stories, all with a touch of humor, to empower listeners to take control of their lives. Megan's passion for inspiring others has led her to speak at various events and to be featured on podcasts around the globe.

Website: megandevito.com
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCReIdm4t_sFg64sPOKYHIGg
Social Media:
   Instagram: instagram.com/coachmegandevito
   Facebook: facebook.com/coachmegandevito
   LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/megandevito
More Than Anxiety Podcast: morethananxiety.buzzsprout.com
Media Page: megandevito.com/media

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Ready to pounce on powerful adulting insights? In Episode 20, Beth and Bea explore self-acceptance and boundary setting with non-traditional therapist and entrepreneur Malisa Hepner. Discover how setting healthy boundaries reduces anxiety, deepens authentic relationships, and teaches you the true meaning of self-love. Perfect for anyone navigating loneliness or seeking emotional wellness in adulthood. Explicit language warning.

MALISA'S INFO:
Malisa’s website: empoweredwithmalisahepner.org
Malisa’s Instagram account: instagram.com/malisa.hepner/
Link to Emotionally Unavailable, Episode 133. P.E.R.F.E.C.T, with Malisa and Bea: open.spotify.com/episode/5I7LnguicQdYnnY9iikr7T
And
Episode 102. Social Leopard, with Malisa and Beth: open.spotify.com/episode/3w1vV4fjhvfzU2LdjLlZ7j?si=scZaG2LZSz-ZneYlK3JCLQ

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Navigating social connection in the digital age doesn't require perfection—just the right tools. When remote work feels isolating, how do you stay connected? Join us as remote work coach Jasmin Schubert shares real strategies for building authentic relationships while working from home, plus her personal growth journey through navigating modern adulthood with intention and clarity.

Check out Jasmin's website at jasminschubert.com to learn more about her remote work coaching. Enjoy her free newsletter articles while you're there. 

Connect with Anthony Church, who created our intro/outro music: https://linktr.ee/anthonychurchmusic

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Hosts Bea and Beth are back, and they're diving into the wild social jungle of loneliness! Inspired by the mantra, "Don't look back; you're not going that way," they tackle an adulting debacle: how past experiences and nagging negative self-talk can mess with your current mindset.

What's in the Mix?

• Moving Forward: Practical life advice to put the past in the rearview mirror, including the magic of forgiveness and the wizardry of reframing situations.
• Self-Care & Positive Vibes: Learn how to kick negativity to the curb with some self-care rituals and positive self-talk—perfect for breaking the cycle of loneliness and bringing on social connection.
• Chill Out Techniques: Bea and Beth share relaxation hacks, like the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise, to help you de-stress and reconnect with yourself.

Why You Need This Episode: Whether you're battling the blues of loneliness or just looking for ways to boost your mental health, this episode's got the thoughtful guidance and encouragement you need. Hit play and let's roar our way to better mental wellbeing! 

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Social anxiety and loneliness shaped Anthony Church's path to adulthood—until music became his bridge. Bea and Beth sit down with this producer and podcaster to explore how creativity fuels personal growth, builds authentic relationships, and transforms emotional wellbeing. Discover Anthony's creative process, why persistence matters as a creator, and how vulnerability on your platform inspires real connection in a modern world that feels increasingly isolated.

Special Note: Anthony Church is the composer and producer of the Social Leopards intro and outro music!

Please check out his content here: https://linktr.ee/anthonychurchmusic

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Bea & Beth are back, tackling the tricky terrain of loneliness and social isolation that can pounce when you move to a new country. This week, they’re joined by the fabulous Suzanne, who spills all the details about her relocation from the US to Spain.

Suzanne’s story as an expat is a whirlwind of cultural shocks, family dramas, and the struggle to build brand-new social connections in Madrid. Get ready for some real talk about the ups and downs of starting fresh in a foreign land. We dig deep into the art of adapting, the magic of empathy, resilience, and how forging human connections in adulthood can turn your relocation woes into wins.

Expect loads of laughs, a few tears, and a heap of practical life advice for anyone feeling lost in a new environment. Remember, finding your tribe takes time and a dash of determination. Tune in and discover how to navigate social connections when life takes you far from home! 

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