The Path to Authenticity

The Fire in Our Hearts - In this episode, author, psychotherapist, and happiness coach Dani La Barrie talks about her book, “Stories of an Ex-Party Girl: How to Feel Happy and Good about Yourself Without Alcohol and Drugs,” on the eve of its publication. Recorded on the day the podcast was launched, Dani, discusses her trepidation with baring her soul publicly in her book. She talks about her practice and the events she hosts, which include group meditations and cacao ceremonies. The conversation touches on topics like the discomfort in the process of personal growth, letting go of our resistance to change, the importance of de-stigmatizing therapy, and what it’s like to be a young person in long-term recovery. Hear her conversation with host, Tom Gentry, on episode seven of The Path to Authenticity. Dani has over a decade of professional and personal experience with mental health and addiction and she is taking everything she has learned to the mainstream. Once having a problem with drugs herself, Dani is on a mission to connect with and serve as many women who are seeking happiness and huge transformation in their lives, breaking the chains and cycles of unwanted habits.

© Copyright 2020, Tom Gentry; Music: Buy a Guitar, The Bad Plants, and Guitar Lessons by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.

The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It focuses on emotional wellness and starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are. We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are.

Take a Deep Breath Episode 82 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with author Gregory B. Davis. You’ll hear about how he overcame personal obstacles to publish his first book, Fight or Flight: Making Better Decisions to Enjoy Your Life. Gregory has a passion for personal growth and learning. More importantly, he enjoys […]

Wear a Mask:  Episode 81 of The Path to Authenticity is a shorter break from the recent marathon episodes. It features host Tom Gentry sharing some news on recent developments with the show. After stepping down from his proverbial soapbox, he discusses the new website, updates for patrons on the show’s Patreon page, and upcoming sponsorship of the show.

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© Copyright 2020, Tom Gentry; Music: Buy a Guitar, The Bad Plants, and Guitar Lessons by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.

The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It focuses on emotional wellness and starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are.  We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are.

It's a Daily Practice:  Episode 80 of The Path to Authenticity features yoga instructor and holistic coach Diana Paschal. She talks about her journey from childhood, in a small town in rural Tennessee, to finding a spiritual path in adulthood. After spending time abroad, she landed in New York where she pursued a career in marketing and spent some time acting. There, she developed a yoga practice and, ultimately, began teaching. She now lives and works in Los Angeles.

Diana Paschal is a 500 E-RYT yoga & meditation teacher and holistic health coach who guides others to self-inquiry, clarity, compassion and wellbeing. She’s taught at top studios in NYC and LA, leads international retreats, trainings and her signature AwakenAwe workshops. Follow Diana on Instagram, or join her Facebook community.

Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message.  Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at [email protected]. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. 

© Copyright 2020, Tom Gentry; Music: Happy Song by Pachyderm, The Road, and Guitar Lessons by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artists under a Creative Commons license.

The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It focuses on emotional wellness and starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are.  We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are.

It’s a Daily Practice Episode 80 of The Path to Authenticity features yoga instructor and holistic coach Diana Paschal. She talks about her journey from childhood, in a small town in rural Tennessee, to finding a spiritual path in adulthood. After spending time abroad, she landed in New York where she pursued a career in […]

A Few Positive Words:  Episode 79 of The Path to Authenticity features retired high school journalism teacher John Snyder. In the first 45 minutes of the episode, he discusses his life and career. The remainder of the episode focuses more on issues around journalism in modern America.

Snyder taught in high schools in central Indiana for 38 years. He spent most of those years teaching at schools in the city of Kokomo. At Kokomo High School, Snyder functioned as the faculty adviser for the Red & Blue, the publication where host Tom Gentry served on the editorial staff from 1989 to 1991.

Born in LaPorte, Indiana, Snyder graduated from LaPorte High School in 1970, Ball State University in 1974, and with a Masters in Education from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis in 1979. He began his teaching career at Arlington High School, In Indianapolis, in 1974, and retired from Kokomo High School in 2012. For 10 years, he taught summer workshops for high schoolers in photography and sports writing at Indiana University-Bloomington. He also interned at the  city’s daily newspaper, the Kokomo Tribune. Snyder and his wife, Deb, have been married for 46 years and have two sons, Jason, an elementary-school principal, and Bryan, a project engineer for Caterpillar, Inc.

Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message.  Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at [email protected]. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com. 

© Copyright 2020, Tom Gentry; Music: Happy Song by Pachyderm, The Road, and Guitar Lessons by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artists under a Creative Commons license.

The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It focuses on emotional wellness and starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are.  We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are.

A Few Positive Words Episode 79 of The Path to Authenticity features retired high school journalism teacher John Snyder. In the first 45 minutes of the episode, he discusses his life and career. The remainder of the episode focuses more on issues around journalism in modern America. If you like this episode, you might enjoy […]

  The Privilege of Being There Episode 78 of The Path to Authenticity features Michael Damioli. Michael has treated addiction and mental health since 2012. He leads the clinical care team at Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery. He is a strong advocate for ethical reform within the addiction treatment field and is excited to promote CMAR […]

The Privilege of Being There: Episode 78 of The Path to Authenticity features Michael Damioli. Michael has treated addiction and mental health since 2012. He leads the clinical care team at Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery. He is a strong advocate for ethical reform within the addiction treatment field and is excited to promote CMAR as an ethical and thought leader in the industry. He helped develop a small therapy practice into a nationally-recognized addiction treatment program, which offers multiple levels of care to recovering professionals. Michael is a strong believer in the family disease model of addiction and has focused much of his clinical work and training on supporting families impacted by addiction. He also specializes in treating individuals suffering from co-occurring chemical and process addictions.

Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message. Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at [email protected]. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services, visit their website at equivox.com.

© Copyright 2020, Tom Gentry; Music: Devils in the Airwaves, The Road, and Guitar Lessons by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artist under a Creative Commons license.

The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It focuses on emotional wellness and starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are. We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are.

Call it Fate: Episode 77 of The Path to Authenticity features Lesley Barabas - better known as Lesley B. Lesley is a love coach, entrepreneur, and philosopher who is committed to showing you how to attract and thrive in a soulful relationship.  Born and raised on the east coast, she says she has been passionate about psychology, philosophy, and love for as long as she can remember. Hers is the story of a hopeless romantic who could never seem to get it right. She now enjoys a the type relationship she never thought possible. She says she’s living proof that the cycle of heartbreak that many of us endure can be broken. Learn more about Lesley’s work on her YouTube Channel. You can also find her on Pinterest.

Questions or comments? Call (561) 247-4757 to leave a message.  Visit thepathtoauthenticity.com. Email us at [email protected]. Find the show on Patreon. Like us on Facebook. Find the Sunday playlist on Spotify. Follow us on Instagram. The Path to Authenticity is powered by Equivox. For digital marketing and web design services,http://bit.ly/2weOA5H visit their website at equivox.com.

© Copyright 2020, Tom Gentry; Music: Happy Song by Pachyderm, The Road, and Guitar Lessons by Punk Rock Opera, all edited for use. Used with permission from the artists under a Creative Commons license.

The Path to Authenticity is a podcast for people looking for more from life. It focuses on emotional wellness and starts from the premise that our true power comes from our individuality. We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait. They’re people who know who they are.  We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are.