Episode 115: If you’ve been feeling stuck, afraid to start over, or trapped in a “comfortable” life that’s quietly costing you your purpose… this episode is your wake-up call.

Today I’m joined by Jill Schulman — U.S. Marine Corps veteran, leadership development expert, and “happiness scientist” with a Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology — to break down the real science of bravery and how to build it in everyday life.

Jill shares her iconic “pink pumps to combat boots” origin story — including the moment someone told her on day one, “You’ll never make it,” and how she learned that bravery isn’t about heroic moments… it’s about showing up scared every day. 

In this conversation, Jill explains why so many of us get trapped in the comfort zone (and why it actually makes us more fragile), then gives a practical blueprint to build courage through:

• Brave Mindset (your inner dialogue + belief that you can do hard things)

• Brave Actions (taking a step before you feel ready)

• Brave Relationships (curating a “brave tribe” that won’t let you tap out)

You’ll also hear Jill’s best tool for decision-making when you feel lost. If you’re in a career pivot, identity shift, breakup, burnout, or “what now?” season — this episode will help you choose courage over comfort.

CONNECT WITH JILL:
Jill shares her free bravery assessment + bravery blueprint at jillschulman.com and her book The Bravery Effect is available everywhere books are sold. You can follow her on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 From Pink Pumps to Combat Boots

08:18 The Journey of Bravery

16:29 Bravery as a Trainable Skill

24:39 Choosing Your Hard

25:53 The Illusion of Success on Social Media

27:07 Breaking Free from the Comfort Trap

31:34 Steps to Build Bravery and Confidence

31:58 Personal Journey Out of the Comfort Zone

35:46 The Impact of Taking Brave Steps

39:34 The Bravery Effect: A Parable for Change

45:24 Blueprint for Overcoming Fear

47:31 Embracing Challenges for Growth

Episode 114: If you—or someone you love—has gone through therapy, rehab, or wilderness treatment organizations and still feel completely lost, this episode is for you. Life after treatment can feel brutally confusing: you’re back home, at risk of falling into old patterns, and everyone expects you to be “better,” but inside you still feel stuck, ashamed, or behind.

In this conversation, I sit down with Colin MacDonald, co-founder of NOT Therapy, to unpack why life after treatment is so hard and what you can actually do about it—whether you’re the young adult trying to rebuild or the parent trying to help without making things worse.

As a teenager, Colin cycled through psych wards, wilderness therapy in the Utah desert, and a therapeutic boarding school he once ran away from on foot. Later, he built a successful career in sports and tech—then walked away to create the support he wishes he had as a young adult: real-world structure, daily mentorship, and a community of people who actually get it.

We discuss how NOT Therapy helps 16–29-year-olds move from feeling stuck to in-motion—often staying out of higher levels of care, finding work or school paths that fit, and rebuilding trust at home. If you’re a parent terrified your kid is “wasting their potential,” a 20-something living at home and feeling behind, or someone who’s been through treatment and still feels lost, you’ll walk away with concrete next steps—not just inspiring quotes.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The 3 biggest gaps in traditional treatment & therapy—and why so many young people crash when they come home
• A simple 30-day post-treatment blueprint for coming home without going backwards
• The difference between being emotionally fluent (“I know what I feel”) and emotionally functional (“I know what to do with my feelings”)
• The mindset shifts and conversations that help parents move from the director  of their child's life to a guide

CONNECT WITH COLIN:

Instagram - @coach_colinmac

Not Therapy - @not.therapy.coaching

Website - https://www.nottherapy.me/

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Check out my website for more resources.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introductions

01:54 Colin's Journey: A Life Rebuilt

05:04 The Impact of Wilderness Therapy

07:44 I Worked for the Mariners

10:23 Creating Not Therapy: A New Approach

13:27 The Importance of Mentorship

15:59 Emotional Fluency: Navigating Feelings

18:49 Real-Life Application: Beyond Therapy

24:05 Building Accountability and Community

33:53 Empowerment Through Choice

34:59 What Do Successful Clients Look Like?

36:41 How to Transition from Treatment Center to Home

43:10 Parenting in the Modern Age

54:10 Finding Your Purpose Again

01:02:33 Advice for Someone Who Feels Lost and Stuck

Episode 113: If you’re over New Year’s resolutions but still want a fresh start, this episode gives you a better way.

In our final episode of 2025, Amanda walks through a psychology-informed set of year-end reflection questions designed by clinical neuropsychologist, Dr. Mawal Mustafa PhD, to help you get clarity on purpose, identity, alignment, habits, gratitude, resilience, relationships, and future intentions. You’ll leave with prompts you can journal on, talk through with a friend, or use to set intentions that actually match your real life.

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CHAPTERS:00:00 New Years Reflections

04:45 The Brain Coach - Dr. Nawal Mustafa

08:27 What Moments This Year Made Me Feel Most Like Myself?

10:49 How Do I Want to Live in a Way That Feels More Aligned With Who I Am Becoming?

16:02 What Did I Push Myself to Try This Year That Ended Up Being Good For Me?

19:12 Did Anything Shift in My Mindset This Year That I’m Glad About?

22:26 Which Habits or Routines Actually Supported My Wellbeing?

26:49 What Self-Care Did I Avoid, Delay, or Minimize?

29:13 Who Added Lightness or Comfort to My Life in Ways I Didn’t Expect?

32:06 What Am I Grateful For That I Might Have Taken For Granted Earlier?

34:33 When Things Got Stressful, How Did I Cope?

39:26 How Do I Want To Approach Challenges Differently or More Intentionally?

41:29 What Felt Hopeful or Discouraging About Looking For Love?

46:50 Who Did I Feel Most Like Myself Around?

49:07 What Do I Want To Leave Behind Because It No Longer Fits Who I Am?

Episode 112: Life won’t pause until you feel ready—because “ready” is a choice. In this solo episode, Amanda reflects on aging family, caregiving, regret, and the wake-up call that time keeps moving—so you might as well live your life with purpose.

Amanda shares what the 2025 season has taught her about family dynamics, caregiving, aging, and the perspective shift that hits when you start thinking about the end of life. If you’ve been feeling stuck, afraid to take the leap, or waiting for the “perfect moment,” you need to hear this: life never waits until you’re ready—ready is a choice.

You’ll hear about:

• Why time moves forward no matter what (and what to do about it)
• How to “spin gold” out of messy seasons
• The reminder that you’re one decision away from a different life

Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend and subscribe for weekly conversations on identity, healing, purpose, andbecoming your future self!

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CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections

02:57 Family Dynamics and Caregiving Challenges

09:55 Navigating Aging and Health Issues

18:27 Personal Reflections on Relationships and Future

27:44 Life Choices and Preparing for the Future

30:06 Feeling Stuck at Any Age

32:56 Reflections on Life's End and Relationships

36:59 Life Never Waits Until You're Ready

41:19 Taking Ownership of Your Life

Episode 111: What if the hardest chapters of your life were the initiation — not the punishment?

In this deeply moving episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers is joined by Michelle Jeovanny, a spiritual life coach and entrepreneur who has transformed profound trauma into purpose, freedom, and abundance. Michelle shares her journey from escaping a violent homelife in the Dominican republic to navigating homelessness as a teenager in New York City, and eventually to spiritual leadership. Michelle discusses how ancestral patterns shape our relationships with money and love, and why walking in blind faith is often the gateway to becoming who you’re meant to be.

This episode explores:

• Identity loss and reinvention
• Ancestral healing and somatic freedom
• Spiritual entrepreneurship and abundance
• Trusting intuition in uncertain seasons
• Turning your “mess” into "magick"

If you’ve ever felt like your life fell apart before it truly began, Michelle Jeovanny’s story will meet you exactly where you are. This episode doesn’t tell you who to become, but it will remind you that you already carry the wisdom you've been looking for.

Chapters:

00:00 From Survival to Sacred Expansion

02:21 Overcoming Adversity: Michelle's Journey

07:02 Finding Safety and Purpose in College

11:51 The Turning Point: Embracing Change

17:37 Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth

19:00 Ancestral Healing and Its Impact

22:23 Walking in Blind Faith

25:20 Reconnecting with Intuition

32:11 Creating Your Own Magic

37:29 Understanding Abundance and Scarcity

40:28 Transforming Scarcity Mindset in Retreats

43:05 Parenting and Nurturing Intuition in Children

46:29 Defining Success and Achievements

49:58 Advice for the Stuck and Lost

Connect with Michelle:

Website - https://michellejeovanny.com/

Instagram - @michellejeovanny

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejeovanny

Connect with Amanda:

Website | Instagram: ⁠@podcast.for.the.lost⁠ & ⁠@amanda.k.powers⁠

TikTok | ⁠Substack⁠⁠ | ⁠YouTube

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Episode 110: Feeling stuck, burnt out, or like you’ve tried everything and nothing actually changes?

In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda sits down with therapist and award-winning author Faust Ruggiero, creator of The Process Way of Life and the Fix Yourself Empowerment Series, to talk about how real change starts from the inside out.

Faust shares how his 40+ years of counseling led him to identify 52 internal processes that drive our emotional health — from radical honesty and fact-finding to getting your intellect in front of your emotions so they don’t run the show. You’ll hear how to:

• Change your internal language so your self-talk stops sabotaging you
• Tell the difference between healthy discomfort and self-punishment
• Stop chasing quick fixes and build transformation through small, repeatable steps
• Use faith (spiritual or not) as a daily practice instead of a bypass or magic wand
• Ask for help without feeling like you’re “wasting someone’s time”

If you’ve ever thought “It’s too late for me to start over” or “I can’t do that at my age,” this conversation will challenge those beliefs and show you how much power you still have over your story. This episode is for you if you’re:

• Feeling lost in your identity or purpose
• Wrestling with anxiety, shame, or negative self-talk
• Craving a practical, process-driven way to heal
• Ready to move from “wandering” to living with more intention and internal balance

Chapters/ Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to The Process Way of Life

02:37 Understanding the 52 Processes of Healing

05:24 Empowering Individuals to Take Control

07:59 The Impact of Internal Dialogue

10:38 Maintaining Professional Boundaries

13:30 The Journey into Psychology

16:19 Learning from Diverse Populations

18:09 Growth Through Discomfort

20:59 Navigating Personal Growth Challenges

24:31 Overcoming Fear and Shame in Pursuing Dreams

25:33 The Role of Faith in Healing and Growth

28:31 The Journey of Becoming an Author

31:26 Understanding the Arrival Fallacy

32:39 Exploring the Concept of Faith

35:39 Core Processes for Personal Growth

39:54 Personal Experiences Shaping Professional Insights

41:43 Defining Success and Happiness

43:41 Advice to Younger Self and Loved Ones

44:51 Encouragement for the Lost and Stuck

Connect with Faust:

Website: https://www.faustruggiero.com/

Instagram: @faustinspire

Buy His Books: The Fix Yourself Empowerment Series

Connect with Amanda:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.podcastforthelost.com

Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost | @amanda.k.powers

TikTok: @podcast.for.the.lost

YouTube: @podcastforthelost

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Episode 109: What if the moment you thought ruined your life… was the moment that saved it?

In today’s episode, Amanda sits down with Jason Ferguson — a former D1 athlete, sales leader, speaker, author of Nobody’s Legend, and the creator of the R.A.M.P. framework (Radical Accountability, Authenticity, Mission-Driven Habits, and Pathological Optimism).

Jason’s story is a raw, cinematic look at identity loss, addiction, reinvention, and the war between your ears. From tearing his ACL twice, to spiraling into a decade-long opioid addiction, to rebuilding his life as a husband, father, and high-performing leader — Jason shares the exact mindset shifts, habits, and truths that helped him transform from silence to significance.

If you’ve ever felt lost, stuck, ashamed of your past, or unsure of who you are without your old identity… this conversation is your lifeline. We talk about:

• Losing the identity he built since age 7
• Addiction, denial, relapse, and the moment he finally chose accountability
• The “mission-driven habits” that rebuilt his life
• Why the voice in your head is your biggest battle
• How to get uncomfortable enough to change
• Why your story isn’t over — even when you think it is
• Becoming “Nobody’s Legend” and discovering who you were always meant to be

Get ready. Jason doesn’t deliver clichés. He delivers lived truth. Grab a pen, because this one is a blueprint for a better life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jason Ferguson's Journey

03:51 The Identity Crisis After Football

09:38 The Battle with Addiction

16:28 Turning Point: Facing Reality

23:06 Rebuilding Life: Mission-Driven Habits

31:00 Finding Your Own System for Success

36:23 Transforming Skills from Addiction to Success

38:28 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Action

41:06 Confronting Imposter Syndrome

44:58 Mental Conditioning Gems for Success

50:28 The Meaning Behind 'Nobody's Legend'

56:33 Defining Purpose and Living Authentically

01:00:39 Advice for the Lost: Finding Your Path

Connect with Jason

Website: https://jfinspires.com/

Instagram: @gethit_jasonferguson

TikTok: @gethit_jasonferguson

TEDx Talk: Pathological Optimism

Connect with Amanda

Website: https://podcastforthelost.com/

Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost & @amanda.k.powers

TikTok: @podcast.for.the.lost

YouTube: @podcastforthelost

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/podcastforthelost/

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Episode 108: What if the key to your success isn’t found in what you do, but in how deeply you feel?

In this week’s episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers sits down with Randy Lyman, a physicist, entrepreneur, and the author of The Third Element: The Missing Key to Activating the Law of Attraction, which reveals the missing link in manifestation that most teachers miss—how unresolved emotional trauma secretly shapes our reality.

Randy built multiple eight-figure companies and an Inc. 500 business, but it wasn’t until he faced his emotional disconnection that he discovered the missing piece between ambition and fulfillment. He is a leading expert on emotional intelligence and service based leadership, and he has pioneered a groundbreaking approach that bridges science and spirituality to transform how people understand abundance. This revelation led him to develop a practical system for emotional mastery that has transformed thousands of lives. Together, Amanda and Randy explore:

• How unhealed emotions silently shape our success
• The science of resonance and how energy connects to emotional healing
• Why perfectionism and control keep us from evolving
• How to lead and live with authenticity, empathy, and truth
• The seven-layer questioning method to uncover your emotional blocks

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or someone searching for meaning, this episode bridges science and spirituality to help you reconnect with yourself and redefine what “being found” truly means.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Emotional Intelligence and Success

02:49 Randy's Journey to Emotional Awareness

05:46 The Science of Emotions and Reality

08:43 Bridging Science and Emotions

11:16 Steps to Emotional Healing

14:06 The Impact of Emotional Healing on Business

17:02 Navigating Relationships and Letting Go

19:53 The Cost of Emotional Truth

22:53 Intuition vs. Emotion in Decision Making

28:07 Navigating Difficult Decisions in Business

31:00 The Evolution of Identity and Purpose

35:29 Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Possibilities

38:39 Letting Go of Perfection and Embracing Mistakes

40:24 Surrendering to the Journey

42:35 The Impact of Emotional Growth on Relationships

47:06 Becoming an Effective Listener

48:34 Defining Purpose and Living Authentically

51:49 Advice to My Younger Self

52:45 Messages for Loved Ones

53:28 Finding Guidance When Feeling Lost

Connect with Randy Lyman:

• Website: https://randylyman.com/
• Instagram: @iamrandylyman
• YouTube: @iamrandylyman
• Facebook: @iamrandylyman1
• TikTok: @iamrandylyman
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamrandylyman

Connect with Amanda:

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• Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost & @amanda.k.powers
• TikTok: @podcast.for.the.lost
• YouTube: @podcastforthelost
• Substack: https://podcastforthelost.substack.com

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Episode 107: What happens to athletes when the cheering stops?

Two-time Olympian, three-time Olympic medalist, and eight-time World Champion Katie Hoff joins The Lost & Found Podcast with Amanda Powers to talk about the highs of Olympic glory, the lows of identity loss, and the radical honesty it takes to rebuild your life after the shine of winning medals fades.

In this powerful conversation, Katie opens up about imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and the “I’m Due" mindset that helped her transform pain into purpose. From battling a life-threatening pulmonary embolism to launching her own business and podcast (Unfiltered Waters), Katie shares how she learned to redefine success, embrace vulnerability, and become bulletproof to failure.

If you’ve ever wondered how to start again after life doesn’t go as planned — this episode will remind you that you’re never behind, you’re just being redirected.

Topics Covered:

• The mindset behind Olympic-level performance

• Overcoming imposter syndrome and public comparison

• Finding identity and purpose beyond achievement

• Entrepreneurship, IVF, and building a new chapter

• Vulnerability, marriage, and redefining success in your 30s

This episode is great for any athlete, high achiever, entrepreneur, or someone navigating reinvention and identity loss after a major life pivot.

Chapters:

00:00 Introducing World Champion & Olympic Medalist Katie Hoff!

02:12 What It Was Like Joining the 2004 Olympics at 15-years-old

08:47 Competition and the 2008 Olympics

11:00 The Female Michael Phelps

16:05 I Found a Pulmonary Embolism in My Lung

18:49 Katie Hoff’s TEDx Talk Experience

22:53 Founding Synergy Dryland

26:56 Unfiltered Waters Podcast with Missy Franklin

31:07 Lessons in Vulnerability

33:47 Living My Olympic Standards

35:22 The “I’m Due” Mentality

37:24 Staying for the Breakthrough

40:09 How to Become Bulletproof to Failure

41:18 Recovering Perfectionist and Affirmation Addict

45:33 Evolution of Success and Failure

50:43 Our IVF Process

1:00:24 Advice for People Feeling Lost or Stuck In Life

Connect with Katie:

Website - https://www.kthoff.com/

Book - Blueprint: An Olympian's Story of Striving, Adapting, and Embracing the Suck

Instagram - @kthoff7

Podcast - Unfiltered Waters

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Connect with Amanda:

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Episode 106: In this week's episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda sits down with Jason Catron, a singer, creative entrepreneur, and founder of The Vocal Lab Collective. In this conversation, we dive into reinvention, purpose, and sustainable creative growth—how to keep creating when the applause fades, how to redefine success beyond external validation, and how mentoring others can deepen your own calling. We talk creative discipline, identity shifts, faith through uncertainty, and the leadership skills artists need to thrive.

What you’ll learn:

• How to set a purpose-driven creative path (not just a performance path)
• The mindset shift from “outcomes” to “longevity”
• Emotional intelligence for artists, leaders, and founders
• What teaching others reveals about your own craft
• Practical ways to rebuild identity after a pivot

Chapters:

00:00 The Early Beginnings of a Prodigy

05:30 Navigating Identity and Authenticity in Music

11:01 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Career Choices

16:52 The Power of Networking and Building Connections

22:19 The Emotional Impact of Music

28:07 Finding Your Unique Voice as an Artist

33:16 Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Creativity

39:12 The Role of a Vocal Coach in Personal Growth

44:27 Connecting with Clients and Building Trust

Connect with Jason Catron:

• Website: https://jasoncatronmusic.com
• The Vocal Lab Collective: ⁠https://vocallabcollective.com⁠
• YouTube (Vocal Lab)
• YouTube (Jason Catron Music)
• Instagram

Connect with Amanda Powers:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.podcastforthelost.com
• Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost | @amanda.k.powers
• TikTok: @podcast.for.the.lost
• YouTube: @podcastforthelost
• Substack: https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/

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