In this episode, I’m joined by veteran Scott DeLuzio, who shares his powerful story of loss, struggle, and resilience. Scott opens up about losing his brother in combat, how he coped with alcoholism, and his journey to healing. We also discuss the unique challenges veterans face and highlight resources that can make a difference.

This conversation is raw, honest, and inspiring—shedding light on the importance of support, connection, and finding strength in the hardest times.

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https://driveonpodcast.com

Surviving Son is available on Amazon or on the website SurvivingSonBook.com Listeners can find my podcast at DriveOnPodcast.com or wherever they listen to podcasts.

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In this episode, I chat with Bev Mitelman about all things attachment styles—what they are, how they form, and how your childhood environment plays a huge role in shaping them.

Bev opens up about her own childhood experiences, and I share a bit about mine too. We dive into how these early experiences affect your relationships, emotions, and even your sense of self as an adult.

If you've ever wondered why you act the way you do in relationships or want to better understand yourself, this episode is for you.

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https://securelyloved.com/

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In this solo episode, I’m just chatting about the wild energy on Threads—it’s toxic, it’s messy, and honestly, I might be a little addicted to the chaos. From heated arguments to big debates (like the whole billionaire thing), it’s a lot to unpack. Grab a drink, get comfy, and let’s talk about why this app is both the worst and the most entertaining thing ever.

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lino Martinez to talk about his journey as a transgender man. He opens up about his transition, answers some of the most common (and sometimes awkward) questions, and busts a bunch of myths about the trans experience. This conversation is all about understanding, learning, and breaking down barriers. Tune in for a raw and real chat you won’t want to miss!

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https://www.alittlelessfear.com/

Curious about what it really means to be transgender?

Harmony & Humanity podcast 

https://www.youtube.com/@HarmonyHumanityPodcast

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This episode gets real and raw as I chat with Stephanie Aycock about losing her dad to suicide and how it shaped her life. We talk about the inner critic she’s had to face, how it affected her healing journey, and what she’s learned about quieting that negative voice we all deal with.

Stephanie shares her story and gives tips for handling your own inner critic, so you can show yourself more love and kindness. It’s a heartfelt conversation you don’t want to miss!

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 https://www.thefilmbloom.com/

thefilmbloom.com will have a free pdf available that will offer the listener the MENTAL system 

The website also has a donation page for the film if any of the listeners are feeling called to support in any way, be it monetary or creatively.

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In this episode, Jamie Fleming shares her journey of healing from childhood sexual abuse and the challenges of not being believed when she opened up to her family. She discusses how psychedelics became a powerful tool in processing trauma, reclaiming her power, and finding peace. Join us for an honest and inspiring conversation about breaking cycles, healing through unconventional methods, and overcoming the pain of the past.

Lots of people live as prisoners to their past traumas, but it doesn't have to be that way. Jamie Fleming is a survivor of sexual abuse and was healed from 35 years of childhood sexual trauma in just 8 hours using psychedelic-assisted therapy (Ibogaine & 5MeO DMT). Now, she shares her incredible true life healing story and what it's like to live life without a trauma filter everyday and helps others find healing in their own lives.

Connect with Jamie at: www.AfterTraumaArt.com today!

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healing from childhood sexual abuse, childhood trauma, processing trauma, overcoming abuse, psychedelics for healing, reclaiming power, breaking cycles, unconventional healing methods, family and trauma, overcoming pain, mental health journey, trauma recovery, childhood abuse survivor, healing through psychedelics, emotional healing

In this episode, I sit down with Anne Alexander-Sieder to explore her extraordinary life story. From a challenging childhood that led her to boarding school and hitchhiking across California to taking a 16-year break from acting after moving to Germany, Anne's journey is one of resilience and reinvention. She shares how she overcame personal struggles, created her own opportunities in the acting world, and rebuilt her career after years away from the spotlight. This is a conversation about perseverance, self-discovery, and finding your way back to what you love.

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Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Act_Bold 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrs.alexandersieder/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ActBold 

Passion Project to Pro: https://www.actboldtraining.com/p2

Websites: http://www.act-bold.com  https://www.actboldtraining.com

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

linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annealexandersieder/

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troubled childhood, boarding school, hitchhiking, California, acting career, Germany, resilience, reinvention, comeback story, personal struggles, self-discovery, perseverance, transformation, Anne Alexander-Sieder, podcast interview

In Conversation: Keisha Cornelius on Mental Health and Multiracial Identity

In this episode, I sit down with Keisha Cornelius, a doctoral student in prevention science, to discuss the unique mental health challenges and identity struggles faced by multiracial individuals. Keisha shares her personal journey, academic insights, and her mission to empower multiracial children and their families to cultivate positive mental health and a strong sense of belonging.

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Tik Tok: @keishacornelius

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Multiracial identity, mental health in multiracial individuals, navigating identity challenges, multiracial children and mental health, Keisha Cornelius, self-identity and mental wellness, belonging and multiracial families, identity development in multiracial people, mental health podcast, multiracial experiences and resilience.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Maggie Parr to explore her courageous journey through self-harm, depression, and finding hope again. Maggie shares her story of struggling with her mental health while working at "the happiest place on Earth," proving that even in the most magical settings, inner battles can persist. She opens up about the steps she took to stop self-harming and how she rebuilt her life with resilience and self-compassion.

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Maggie Parr is an artist and author who has designed theme park attractions, painted murals and portraits, and written and illustrated books and comics for over three decades. Art-making has also helped her recover from many forms of self-harming, and she now teaches others how to use creativity to break through blocks and achieve self-actualization.

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https://stoppingselfharm.com/

This site is a hub of resources for people who struggle with self-harming, and the clinicians who help them. Somatic and breathing techniques, creative exercise, and an online course offer a proven path to healing from self-harming. It also explains Maggie Parr's book, "A Creator's Guide to Stopping Self-Harm" -a guide to finding healing within, from someone who did it.

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In this episode, I chat with Anna Parker about how heart coherence can help us stay calm and centered, even when life gets messy. Anna shares her experience supporting her daughter through mental health struggles and what she’s learned about finding balance along the way.

We keep it real, talking about the ups and downs of parenting, mindfulness, and learning to go with the flow when things don’t go as planned.

It’s a chill, honest convo with plenty of takeaways for anyone looking for a little more peace in their life. 💜

Connect with Anna: https://www.annarosaparker.com/

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