Sun Happens

Leslie helps people struggling with emotional eating (also stress eating & binge eating) learn to love themselves. By doing the hard work of learning to love herself, discovering her very best friend in the whole wide world and embracing forgiving herself, she lost almost 100lbs, kept it off and is living her best life.

Remember, emotional eating is not about food. Be sure to visit https://youcanteatlove.com for more information from Leslie. 

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TW: This episode contains content about depression, mental health, and suicide. 

October is National Depression and Educational awareness month. What better way to close out the month than by reminding people they are not alone. My roommate, Taylor - has been very open about her mental health and her struggle with depression. She wants you to know you're not alone, your feelings are valid, and you are loved. 

Depression affects 322 million people around the world, and in the US, over 15 million adults experience depression each year. Additionally, many cases of depression go unreported. If you're suffering from depression, please know treatment is available. You do not have to experience depression for the rest of your life. If you or a loved one has suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline anytime at 1 (800) 273-8255 to speak with a trained professional.

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Chasity, also known as @nottyourbxby on TikTok, had no idea that she would gain over 80,000 followers when she created her Tik Tok username. Now she shares her story of narcissistic abuse and the healing that has come since surviving that. She has inspired so many with her "do not harm, but take no $hit," mentality. 

October is Domestic Violence month. Go to https://www.thehotline.org for support from the National Domestic Violence hotline! 

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TW: we discuss the topic of domestic violence in this episode. 

Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) was launched nationwide in October 1987 as a way to connect and unite individuals and organizations working on domestic violence issues while raising awareness for those issues. Join my friend Sam and me as we discuss her experience with domestic violence and the healing that she has done since being married to her abuser. 

Everyone deserves a relationship free of violence/abuse. For more resources visit: https://www.thehotline.org 

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This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Joey Chandler, a Core Growth Coach and the founder of Core Growth Academy. He shows leaders how to achieve goals and overcome challenges faster and with less stress by overcoming their core selves

Given the chaos, uncertainty, and demands of life these days, nothing is more helpful than knowing who you are at your Core.You'll be more grounded, confident, and energized. Cheers to growth friends. & Remember, Sun Happens. When you can't find it, create it. 

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TW: The following podcast discusses sensitive topics such as mental health and suicide awareness. 

Lori Yerry's father committed suicide when she was only 7 years old. Join us as we have a candid conversation about how she was impacted by this as a child and into adulthood. Maybe you've lost someone close to you, or maybe you've struggled with suicidal thoughts. Lori wants you to know 2 things: 1. you are not alone. 2. There is hope on the other side of this. 

If you, or someone you know, may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now: 988The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.

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Lisa lived in 36 foster care homes growing up. She faced physical, mental, and emotional abuse for years. To add, she aged out of the system at 18 and became homeless. 1 in 4 people who age out of the foster care system end up homeless, and Lisa wants the world to know. This is the reality of the system she grew up in. In spite of all she went through, she joined the military, became a helicopter mechanic, and in her free time, she's fighting to bring awareness to the flawed foster care systems (Foster Care is regulated at the state level). If you want to make a difference, find out what your state is doing. 

In spite of everything, and everyone, she is creating the life she has always deserved. When in doubt, always be a Lisa. Find her on TikTok/Instagram at MissLisaPisa.  & Remember, Sun Happens. When you can't find it, create it. 

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Also known as the “Senior Happiness Superhero,” Tom Glaser is a life coach, psychologist, and speaker with over 35 years of experience. Whether counseling, teaching, or appearing in the media, his passion for helping people live their best lives flows through. Join us as we talk all things happiness, and what the happiest people do to find their happiness. 

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"My name is Alina Donahue, and I am a Human Trafficking Survivor." Today is World Day Against Trafficking (July 30th). Our special guest, Alina Donahue, shares her personal experiences with sex trafficking in hopes to create awareness about the realities of trafficking in SWFL. 

TW: This podcast may contain sensitive material. Sexual assault, & Human/Sex Trafficking are discussed in this episode. Please know there are resources listed below to help you. 

National Human Trafficking Resource Center – Florida. National Hotline: 1-888-373-7888.

National Sexual Assault Hotline: (800) 656-4673

If you're local to Naples, FL - you can contact the Shelter for Abused Women & Children at 239-775-1101

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Casey was a Southern Pastor's wife. After feeling neglected and abused, she divorced her pastor husband. 6 months later, she ended up in another marriage. During her second marriage,  she deconstructed from her religion, identified as bi-sexual, and decided to open up her marriage. Upon opening her marriage, she realized she was gay resulting in her 2nd divorce. Welcome to the twice divorced club, sister. Now, she is living authentically, with so much pride and wants to encourage you to live your best and most authentic life. You deserve to be fully you and to be loved just as you are. This is an episode you do not want to miss. Cheers to growth, friends. It's not pride month anymore, but we did record this in June, so HAPPY PRIDE Besties.

Find Casey on TikTok as "NoLongerapastorswife"

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