Disclaimer: The views, opinions, experiences, and beliefs expressed by guests on The Spiritual Gangster Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, The Spiritual Gangster Podcast, or its affiliates. This podcast is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical, legal, financial, psychological, or professional advice

Seth Payne Bio

Seth Payne is a Marine Corps veteran, speaker, coach, and co-author of the international bestseller Rebirth: Stories of Unyielding Courage.

After navigating addiction, PTSD, and the collapse of everything he thought defined him, Seth didn't just survive it. He decoded it. What he found on the other side changed everything: he wasn't broken. He was conditioned. And if he could be conditioned into those patterns, he could condition himself out of them and into the person he actually wanted to become.

That journey has a name: Armor to Alignment.

Now he helps corporate leaders, athletes, and high achievers recognize the patterns running their lives beneath the surface and shift into power, presence, and peace. His approach blends neuroscience and lived experience with one non-negotiable truth: you can't perform your way to peace and you can't hustle your way to wholeness.

He's not here to motivate. He's here to help you see what's been driving you and change it at the root.

No hype. Just real work that leads to real change.

Connect with Seth:

IG: @armor2alignment

LinkedIn: Check out Seth Payne’s profile on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-payne-657787350

armor2alignment.com

Episode 91: Staying Soft in a Sharp World

In a world that often celebrates hustle, toughness, and always being on guard, staying soft can feel like an act of rebellion.

But softness isn't about being passive or letting people take advantage of you. It's about choosing compassion without abandoning yourself, remaining open without losing your boundaries, and refusing to let life's hardest moments change the essence of who you are.

In this episode, we explore what it means to lead with kindness in a culture that often mistakes gentleness for weakness. Together, we'll unpack how to protect your peace without building emotional walls, navigate disappointment without becoming cynical, and stay connected to your authentic self even when the world encourages you to harden.

You'll discover:

• Why softness is a conscious choice, not a personality trait.
• How to respond instead of react when life feels overwhelming.
• Ways to protect your energy while remaining open-hearted.
• Small daily practices that help you stay grounded in love instead of fear.

If you've ever wondered how to remain compassionate without becoming emotionally exhausted, this conversation is for you.

Because the world doesn't need more hardened hearts. It needs people brave enough to stay soft.

Disclaimer: The views, opinions, experiences, and beliefs expressed by guests on The Spiritual Gangster Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, The Spiritual Gangster Podcast, or its affiliates. This podcast is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical, legal, financial, psychological, or professional advice.

Linda Lemos Bio:

Linda “Love” Lemos, M.P.S., M.P.S., is a motivational speaker, author, consultant, podcast guest contributor, and thought leader whose work bridges resilience, career empowerment, law, leadership, spirituality, and social impact. With graduate studies in Political Management and Paralegal Studies, Linda brings a multidimensional perspective to conversations surrounding purpose, perseverance, advocacy, emotional intelligence, and personal transformation.

Known for her authentic storytelling and empowering message, Linda speaks on topics including resilience, purpose through pain, leadership, first-generation experiences, career development, and turning adversity into impact. Her work blends professional expertise with spiritual insight and personal experience to inspire audiences to lead with courage, compassion, and authenticity.

Linda is also the creator of the “Career Queen” brand and is currently developing books, speaking platforms, advocacy initiatives, and creative projects centered on empowerment, education, and legacy-building.

Media & Professional Links

Official Website:

https://linda-love-lemos-mps.square.site/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-lemos-eaoalegal

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BRtf5zNDK/

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Episode 89: Strength That Doesn't Harden You

What if true strength isn't about building thicker walls—but about staying open without losing yourself?

Life has a way of testing us. Heartbreak, disappointment, grief, betrayal, and hardship can leave us believing that becoming harder is the only way to protect ourselves. But the strongest people aren't always the ones who never feel pain. They're the ones who learn to carry it without letting it close their hearts.

In this episode, we explore what it means to cultivate a strength rooted in resilience rather than defensiveness. Personal reflections on grief, healing, and the quiet courage it takes to remain compassionate in a world that often encourages us to shut down.

You'll discover:

- Why hardening your heart isn't the same as healing.

- How to create healthy boundaries without becoming emotionally unavailable.

- The difference between resilience and emotional armor.

- Practical ways to stay soft, authentic, and deeply connected while protecting your peace.

If you've ever worried that being kind makes you weak, or that healing means becoming someone unrecognizable, this episode is a reminder that your greatest strength may be your ability to remain open, loving, and true to yourself.

Because real strength doesn't harden you.

It grounds you.

Episode 88: Guest Spotlight - Dominique O’Gorman

Disclaimer: The views, opinions, experiences, and beliefs expressed by guests on The Spiritual Gangster Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, The Spiritual Gangster Podcast, or its affiliates. This podcast is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical, legal, financial, psychological, or professional advice.

Dominique O'Gorman - Bio

Dominique has spent her life diving deeply into her souls purpose. Connecting those that have crossed over to those still alive. Working closely with her Spirit Guide she has worked with clients around the world seeking answers, validation, clarity, and healing through their loss and grief. She honors the belief that we are all just walking each other home, and you can trust your time with her is honored as Sacred work.

As a fully conscious medium, she is humbled daily by the power of the beyond and knows many of the lessons we need in life do, in fact, come from those that have transitioned through death. She also works closely with Spirit to provide insight and guidance as a psychic.

As a certified Death Doula, Dominique works those living to advocate for themselves while they can. Knowing your options and making the choices you want for your final stage in life is not only empowering but relieving the weight of those left behind when you transition.

Connect with Dominique ✨

Website:

https://www.dominiqueogorman.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14cMjbAa5ax/

Episode 87: Alignment Is a Daily Choice

In this episode, we explore the truth that alignment isn’t something you magically arrive at once and keep forever — it’s a daily practice. The small choices you make, the boundaries you honor, the conversations you engage in, and the way you care for yourself all shape the energy of your life.

Episode 87 is about reconnecting with your values, your intuition, and the version of yourself you’re actively becoming. We talk about recognizing what pulls you out of alignment, letting go of habits rooted in fear or obligation, and learning how to choose yourself consistently — even in subtle ways.

Because alignment isn’t about perfection.

It’s about making conscious choices that bring you closer to peace, authenticity, and the life that truly feels like yours.

Episode 86: Guest Spotlight - Silvia Gentile Polese

Disclaimer: The views, opinions, experiences, and beliefs expressed by guests on The Spiritual Gangster Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, The Spiritual Gangster Podcast, or its affiliates. This podcast is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical, legal, financial, psychological, or professional advice.

Silvia Gentile Polese - Bio

Silvia Gentile Polese is the founder of The Good Observer Blog, where she shares practical tips for female solo travellers visiting Bali and Asia. Based in Bali, she encourages people to explore the island beyond pretty cafes and rice field swings.

Connect with Silvia ✨

Blog:

https://thegoodobserverblog.co.uk/

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

7 day slow travel itinerary for Bali: https://thegoodobserverblog.co.uk/7-day-slow-travel-itinerary-for-bali/

Episode 85: Living With Intention Instead of Urgency

In this episode, we explore the difference between constantly reacting to life and consciously choosing how we move through it. So many people are living in survival mode — rushing, overcommitting, people-pleasing, and feeling like they’re always behind. But urgency isn’t the same thing as purpose.

Episode 85 is a conversation about slowing down enough to reconnect with what truly matters. We dive into intentional living, nervous system awareness, boundaries, alignment, and how to stop making decisions from pressure, fear, or burnout.

This episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and ask yourself:

Am I building a life that actually feels aligned… or just trying to keep up?

Because a meaningful life isn’t created through constant urgency.

It’s created through intentional choices made day by day.

Episode 84: Guest Spotlight - Tami Forster

Disclaimer: The views, opinions, experiences, and beliefs expressed by guests on The Spiritual Gangster Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, The Spiritual Gangster Podcast, or its affiliates. This podcast is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical, legal, financial, psychological, or professional advice.

Tami Forster - Bio

My story centers around resilience, rebuilding, identity transformation, and learning how to navigate life after adversity. After enduring over 100 family court hearings across a 10-year journey, I transformed my pain into purpose and now help others become “Unbothered & Unbreakable” through mindset, strategy, and personal growth.

I’m a resilience mindset coach, financial consultant, speaker, author and founder of The Legal System Warrior™ and The Warrior Success System™. A lot of the conversations I’m passionate about include rebuilding after trauma, overcoming fear, personal reinvention, motherhood, confidence, healing, faith, entrepreneurship, and creating stability after chaos.

I believe your audience would connect deeply with my perspective because my journey isn’t about perfection, it’s about perseverance, rebuilding from the inside out, and learning how to rise while life is still hard.

Connect with Tami ✨

Instagram: @tamiforster

Facebook: @tami.forster.5

Episode 83: Creating Meaning in the Ordinary

In this episode, we dive into the idea that meaning isn’t always found in the big milestones, breakthroughs, or dramatic life changes — sometimes it’s created quietly in the everyday moments we often overlook.

Episode 83 explores how presence, gratitude, connection, and intention can transform ordinary routines into something deeply fulfilling. From morning coffee and conversations with loved ones to small acts of kindness and moments of stillness, this episode is a reminder that life is happening now — not someday.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected, constantly chasing the next thing, or waiting for a “bigger purpose” to arrive, this conversation will gently bring you back to the beauty already woven into your daily life.

Because meaning isn’t always something you find. Sometimes it’s something you create.