Tina Brigley opens up about the moment a guided inner child session helped her confront a buried childhood memory—and changed everything. What began as a hypnosis session turned into a mirror reflecting back decades of people-pleasing, self-sacrifice, and fear of being seen as “too much.” Tina courageously shares the story of bullying someone as a child, the shame that shaped her identity, and how that moment led her to overcompensate with kindness, always seeking validation. She’s now reclaiming joy, confidence, and self-expression—without the mask. If you’ve ever felt like you had to shrink yourself to be accepted, this episode will move you.

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#InnerChildHealing
#TinaBrigley
#PeoplePleasingRecovery
#EmotionalHealing
#SelfWorthJourney
#PersonalGrowth
#ReclaimYourPower
#SpiritualAwakening
#TinasArenaPodcast
#AuthenticityMatters

Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome
02:00 – The Childhood Moment That Created a Lifelong Pattern
05:00 – The Realization: It Wasn’t About Being Nice, It Was About Being Validated
09:20 – Why Being “Too Much” Felt Unsafe as a Child
12:00 – A Childhood Story of Being Punished for Leadership
15:00 – Reclaiming Joy: Following the Glimmers of Creativity
16:30 – Conscious Pattern Breaking: Habit, Belief, Being
20:15 – Fear Isn’t Real
23:10 – Rewrite the Story, Own the Narrative

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Youssef Haidar shares how he was raised in a culture where becoming a doctor, engineer, or lawyer was the only path to success. Youssef followed the science route until a certain conversation made him question it all. What began as a part-time bank teller job to pay tuition turned into a passion for numbers, market trends, and helping people build wealth. He shares advice for new investors, explains why starting early matters, and offers powerful insights on debt, planning, and how to take control of your financial future—no matter your background.

You can find Youssef here:
https://www.nbfwm.ca/advisor/fairway-wealth-management.html

• how to become a financial advisor
• career pivot from science to finance
• immigrant family pressure careers
• investment advice for beginners
• debt vs. investing
• compound interest explained
• budgeting and planning tips
• starting a finance career
• financial advice for young adults
• working at National Bank Financial

#FinanceCareer
 #WealthManagement
 #CulturalExpectations
 #CareerPivot
 #PersonalFinanceTips
 #FinancialPlanning
 #InvestingForBeginners
 #MoneyMatters
 #TinasArenaPodcast
 #YoussefHaidar
#TinasArena

Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Youssef Haidar, Investment Advisor
03:15 – Choosing Passion Over Expectations
07:10 – What Banking Really Includes
09:20 – How to Start Investing (Even If You Feel Clueless)
17:30 – Real Client Story: How One Small Investment Paid Off Big
19:00 – You Have More Control Than You Think
20:30 – Final Advice: Have a Plan, Start Now

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Ola shares her story of leaving behind a successful but unfulfilling career in science to follow her passion for community, creativity, and movement. Growing up in a culture where only careers like engineering or medicine were seen as valid, she pushed herself to earn a master’s degree in stem cell research—only to realize it wasn’t aligned with her spirit. Through retreats, dancing, and holding space for women, Ola has built something beautiful and brave: a life and business that feels true to who she is. Her story is a beacon for anyone questioning the path they were told to follow.

Find Ola at:
https://www.instagram.com/and.werise_/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574092655272

Keywords:

• from scientist to entrepreneur
• how to find your purpose
• women’s retreats Windsor
• cultural dance healing
• leaving science career
• Arab women entrepreneurship
• how to hold space for women
• building a soulful business
• Windsor dance classes for women
• Ola Windsor story

Hashtags:

#PurposeDrivenLife
 #WomenEntrepreneurs
 #LifeAfterScience
 #RetreatLeader
 #OrientalDance
 #WindsorEvents
 #WomensRetreat
 #HealingThroughMovement
 #TinasArenaPodcast
 #OlasStory

Timestamps

00:00 – Meet Ola
00:38 – Succeeding But Not Satisfied
03:17 – Holding Space for Women
06:12 – Advice for Finding Your Passion: Keep Experimenting
07:06 – Listening to Feedback and Following the Signs
08:02 – The Power of Movement and Egyptian Dance
10:20 – The Culture Shock of Open Mic Storytelling—and Why It Felt Like Home
11:28 – Launching Dance Classes for Women and Teens (Pay-What-You-Can!)
13:00 – How Dance Builds Confidence and Inner Power
14:46 – Why Everyone Should Try This at Least Once
16:00 – You Only Get One Life—Do What You Love
17:00 – Where to Find Ola and Join Her Classes

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KC Eames shares the story of how a sudden health crisis flipped her life upside down. What began as a strange headache turned out to be a brainstem bleed caused by a rare cluster of blood vessels. With no treatment available and surgery too risky, KC was left with emotional trauma—and a choice. Over time, she’s transformed that fear into fierce gratitude, reclaimed her adventurous spirit, and become more connected, expressive, and alive than ever before. She talks about identity, introversion, spirituality, and what it truly means to “take life by the reins.”

Find KC at:
https://www.instagram.com/kceames/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kceames/

Key words & Hashtags:

• brainstem AVM story
• rare brain condition experience
• surviving a health crisis
• living with chronic uncertainty
• identity transformation after illness
• introvert to extrovert story
• how trauma changes you
• EMDR healing journey
• finding purpose after survival

#SurvivorStory
 #BrainHealth
 #EmotionalHealing
 #FromIntrovertToAlive
 #MindsetShift
 #HealthJourney
 #TinasArenaPodcast
 #SpiritualGrowth
 #LivingWithCourage

Timestamps

00:00 – Meet KC
 02:20 – You Have a Brain Lesion
 05:21 – There Is No Treatment
 09:40 – Finding Peace in the Moment
 11:05 – Everything Can Change—Even Your Personality
 12:11 – Life Is Fleeting
 

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Leone shares how a surf trip to Peru's legendary waves became so much more than a physical adventure. Battling exhaustion, fear, and a lost surfboard on day one, she was rescued by a mysterious, smiling local surfer who reminded her that joy is possible even in chaos. Throughout the week, she found deep clarity about her purpose—leading her to commit to becoming a life coach and writing a book called Take a Chance on You. Leone’s story is a beautiful blend of courage, humor, and the magic that comes from saying yes to the unknown.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Leone: Surfing a Left Wave in Peru 
01:00 – Day One Wipeout
05:39 – A Soulful Place Sparks a Shift
08:00 – The Power of Intuition and Expansion
13:45 – The Power of Physical Challenge in Personal Growth
17:00 – Her Upcoming Book: Take a Chance on You
19:00 – Why Women Struggle to Take Big Leaps
21:00 – Growing Up in New Zealand

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Keywords and Hashtags

surf retreat peru story

life-changing travel experiences

women’s surf adventures

spiritual growth through travel

how to become a life coach

take a chance on you book

longest wave in the world peru

vulnerability and transformation

surf trip personal growth

coaching journey story

#SurfTripStory
 #LifeCoachingJourney
 #TakeAChanceOnYou
 #PeruTravel
 #WomenWhoInspire
 #TransformationThroughTravel
 #SpiritualAdventure
 #TinasArenaPodcast
 #PersonalGrowth
 #SurfAndSoul

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Yana shares her unexpected journey from Ukraine to Windsor, Canada. What began as a short trip for a cousin’s wedding turned into a permanent life shift due to the outbreak of war. Yana opens up about adjusting to a new country, building a life in Windsor, and finding community through dance. She reflects on how surrendering to life’s flow—paired with a deep love of joy, spirituality, and movement—led her to meet her husband, co-organize Kizomba events, and even launch a YouTube comedy channel called Wife vs. World. Her story is one of resilience, creativity, and contagious enthusiasm for life.

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LINKS

Yana:
https://www.instagram.com/yanochka_heley/

Wife vs World:
https://www.youtube.com/@wifevsworld
https://www.instagram.com/wifevsworld/

Art of Dance Studio:
https://artofdance.ca/classes

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#ImmigrantStory
 #FromUkraineToCanada
 #KizombaDance
 #WindsorOntario
 #TinasArenaPodcast
 #DanceCommunity
 #WifeVsWorld
 #SpiritualGrowth
 #LifeInCanada
 #WomenWhoInspire

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Timestamps

00:00 – Meet Yana
05:01 – Finding Joy on Purpose: A Conscious Choice
08:16 – How Dance Became Her Lifelong Passion
13:18 – WinKizX Festival
15:18 – Wife vs. World: A YouTube Channel Born from Laughter
19:01 – Art of Dance
20:08 – Final Thoughts

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I completed my first Spartan Ultra 50K in 11.5 hours—through rocks, mud, lightning, and self-doubt—and lived to tell the messy story!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – I Finished a 50K Spartan Ultra! (And Got Bronze)
04:43 – Gear Talk: Shoes, Insoles, and Tradeoffs
06:10 – Transition Zone Decisions: No Sock Change
10:45 – Fueling: Maple Syrup + Maltodextrin Homemade Gels
12:00 – Transition Bucket Essentials (What I Packed vs. What I Used)
14:57 – Would I Do This Race Again? (Spoiler: Probably Not)
18:00 – Training Reflection: I Mostly Walked. You Can Too.
22:50 – New Goals: Faster 5K, Pull-Ups, and Push-Ups

Spartan Ultra 50K race recap
first ultramarathon experience
beginner spartan ultra
obstacle course race tips
running with rocks in shoes
ultra marathon gear and nutrition
homemade race fuel
slow ultramarathon finisher
how to train for spartan ultra

50K OCR recap
#SpartanUltra
#UltraMarathonRecap
#ObstacleCourseRace
#FirstUltramarathon
#MudRun
#SpartanRace
#RunningJourney
#OCRTraining
#FinishLineFeels
#HomemadeRaceFuel

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I’m ten days away from running a 50K Spartan Ultra, and I’m not going to lie—I’m terrified. This episode is a raw, honest look at my training journey: from zero miles per week to 30+, battling illness, and managing injury... I talk about what I wish I had done differently, how I’m mentally preparing, and why even being scared means I’ve chosen the right goal. If you’re training for your first big race or just love hearing what it takes to push your limits—this one’s for you.

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – I’m Running a 50K Spartan Ultra in 10 Days
04:00 – Injury History: Why I’m Not Pushing Too Hard
06:37 – Running Slow First, Then Building Speed
09:10 – Looking Forward
10:11 – Why Being Terrified Means It’s a Good Goal
11:00 – Leave Me Your Questions for the Race Recap!

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#SpartanUltra
#UltramarathonTraining
#OCRTraining
#FirstUltraMarathon
#RunningJourney
#FitnessGoals
#SpartanRace
#EnduranceAthlete
#MindOverMiles
#FromZeroToUltra

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Diana opens up about the series of traumatic events that changed the course of her life—three major accidents, chronic pain, and the emotional toll of living with diabetes. Through her own healing process using Reiki, clinical hypnotherapy, somatic therapy, and a powerful shift in mindset, she found not only relief but also a new purpose. Now Diana helps others tap into their own ability to heal. From the power of loving self-talk to building a deeper connection with pain, this episode is full of insight, inspiration, and gentle reminders that our bodies are always trying to help us heal—if we only listen.

Find Diana Semaan here:
https://www.instagram.com/yourhealingcentre
https://linktr.ee/yourhealingcentre

#HealingJourney
 #ReikiHealing
 #TraumaRecovery
 #SelfLove
 #ChronicPainRelief
 #MindBodyConnection
 #Hypnotherapy
 #HolisticHealing
 #PodcastInterview
 #EmotionalHealing

healing from trauma  Reiki healing story  hypnotherapy for pain  self-love after trauma  body-based healing  chronic pain and mindset  healing chronic illness naturally  emotional healing journey  somatic therapy  self-healing tools

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Andrea Chapman Anderson shares her transformative experience with cold plunging, revealing how focusing on the good can shift your mindset, build resilience, and improve emotional well-being.

Find Andrea at:
https://andreachapmananderson.com/4simplerecipes
https://www.instagram.com/andreachapmananderson

#ColdPlunge #MindsetShift #OvercomingFear #EmotionalResilience #WellnessJourney #SelfGrowth #NervousSystemRegulation #StressRelief #TinasArena

cold plunge benefits, mindset shift, overcoming fear, emotional resilience, ice bath therapy, nervous system regulation, meditation, self-improvement, stress relief, growth mindset, conscious parenting, health and wellness

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Andrea’s First Cold Plunge Experience
01:54 - How Focusing on the Good Made It Easier
06:42 - How to Apply This to Everyday Life
10:16 - Meditation, Nervous System Regulation & Cold Exposure
15:43 - Cold Plunging as a Tool for Personal Growth
17:42 - Andrea’s Work: Supporting Families & Parents
19:26 - Free Gift: Calming Recipes & Where to Find Andrea

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