🗣️ TO FREEDOM!

I recently took a massive leap of faith, uprooting my life and moving back to Florida to fully embrace my calling as a well-being coach. It wasn't easy, but through facing my fears and beginning to dismantle my karmic baggage, I discovered the powerful impact of living in alignment with my core values. In this episode, I take you on a journey through the challenges I faced and the liberating revelations I uncovered along the way. Do you remember a moment in your life when you felt a powerful sense of purpose and resonance? Let's explore that together.

Commune with me as I share personal stories and insights on how to identify your own core values and align your life with them, creating a happier and more fulfilling existence. By the end of our conversation, I hope you'll feel inspired to take the necessary steps to live a life that truly brings you joy. Remember, I'm always here for you, so don't hesitate to reach out for support and encouragement as you embark on your own journey to transform and align your life.

Resources:

What Are Your Values? (Psychology Today)

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh

"Get Free" by Mereba

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility

Music - "Jazz Personality" by Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

Are you ready to step into the highest version of yourself? Join me, Steph R. Long, for the upcoming season of In Case Nobody Told You. As a Chopra-certified health and meditation instructor, well-being advocate, and the Deputy Director of Enterprise for Refinery29 Unbothered, every other Sunday, I bring you well-researched and practical tools for living a full and vibrant life.

Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 11, 2023, when we as a community will kick off Season 2 with more mind-body check-ins and valuable insights on personal growth and overall wellness. To ensure you don't miss out, hit that subscribe button, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.

Talk soon!

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For daily insights, follow Steph on Instagram at @stephrlong and @incasenobodytoldyoupod.

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility

Music - "Jazz Personality" by Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

Wow. Steph is really, really inspired right now. So she's telling y'all about it (and hopefully inspiring you in the process?)

Resources:

Spirit.

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility

Music - Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

When the world feels as if it’s on fire with no extinguisher in sight, it can be tough to find reasons to smile. In this practice, Steph guides listeners through a grounding meditation to restore joy, inner balance, and well-being.

Resources:

Laughter Therapy May Increase Life Satisfaction, Study Finds (Verywell Mind)

Stress Relief From Laughter? It's No Joke (Mayo Clinic)

New Study Suggests Smiling Influences How You See The World (Psychology Today)

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility

Music - Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

Returning after an unexpected hiatus, Steph shares reflections on alchemizing challenges so we can serve our greatest good.

Resources:

The CBT Journal for Mental Health: Evidence-Based Prompts to Improve Your Well-Being by Jordan A. Madison, LCMFT

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility
Music - Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

Steph pulls affirmation cards from Devi Brown's Karma Bliss deck to fuel your week. Come cozy up.

Resources:

Devi Brown's Karma Bliss shop (Sign up for her newsletter for restock alerts)
In Hindzsight (Podcast)

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility
Music - Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

On how mindful awareness can invite ease while helping us lean into challenging moments.

Resources:

"Let Go" by Steph Long (Planned Parenthood’s TONE Volume One)

What Is Negativity Bias? (Verywell Mind)

What Are The Benefits of Mindfulness? (American Psychological Association)

Effects of Mindfulness on Psychological Health: A Review of Empirical Studies (Study)

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility

Music - Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

On not doing too much, especially when you don’t have to.

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility
Music - Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

A gentle reminder that it’s okay to slow down and flow with where we’re at.

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility
Music - Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.

On how being the most authentic expression of ourselves can enrich our existence and invite what’s for us.

Resources:

Rising Strong by Brené Brown

Credits:

Cover Art - Noah Bility
Music - Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)

Continue the journey

Work with me / explore offerings:
srlwellbeing.com

Watch the podcast on YouTube:
youtube.com/@softalchemyspace

Follow along on Instagram

@softalchemyspace
@srlwellbeing
@iamstevierenee

About this space

Soft Alchemy is the evolution of my earlier work, In Case Nobody Told You. While the name has changed, the heart remains the same: creating grounded, honest spaces for healing, reflection, and liberation—especially for sensitive, intuitive, and self-led beings navigating growth in a complicated world.

A gentle note

This podcast isn’t here to fix you.
It’s here to sit with you.
Let it meet you where you are.
Let your evolution unfold in its own time.