Wisdom in Action Podcast

Melissa Schwartzman is a therapist and divorce consultant who has spent over 25 years helping people navigate the emotional and practical challenges of breakups, co-parenting, and rebuilding life after separation.

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https://www.melissabethcounseling.com/

00:45 Trusting Yourself: The First Step to Healing

03:42 The Impact of Social Media on Self-Trust

06:49 Navigating Cultural Norms and Expectations

09:55 Dealing with Rejection and Loneliness

11:14 The Importance of Self-Love and Acceptance

12:43 Learning Through Experience: Embracing Mistakes

18:11 The Power of Mindset in Achieving Goals

24:08 Building Confidence Through Action

27:40 Building Confidence After Setbacks

33:15 Navigating Relationships and Self-Worth

37:51 Healing After a Breakup

45:11 Supporting Each Other Through Life's Ups and Downs

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Amita Sharma is a co-founder of NourishDoc, a global wellness platform supporting women through hormonal transitions — from PMS to postmenopause — using holistic, evidence-informed care.

Inspired by her own perimenopausal journey while working in the high-tech world, Amita felt unsupported and underserved — so she built the resource she needed.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/amita-sharma-nourishdoc

00:46 Listening to Yourself: A Journey of Self-Discovery

05:54 The Birth of NourishDoc: A Personal Mission

11:00 Breaking the Silence: The Shame of Midlife

13:54 Key Lessons from Conversations with Women

18:23 Navigating Perimenopause: Understanding the Journey

19:34 Understanding Women's Health in Midlife

24:21 Lifestyle Changes for Better Health

29:11 The Role of Hormones

34:28 Community and Support Systems

39:21 Embracing Change and Letting Go of Fear

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Terry Tucker - speaker and author on topics of mindset and self-improvement.

He’s been a college athlete, a SWAT hostage negotiator, and now a sought-after speaker on mental toughness and personal excellence.

Connect with Terry:

https://www.motivationalcheck.com

00:50 Transforming a Death Sentence into a Life Sentence

02:48 Finding Meaning in Misery

04:53 Isolation and Connection in Difficult Times

10:46 The Search for Purpose in Life

12:10 Decades of Discovery: Finding Your Path

17:08 Curiosity and Continuous Learning

22:44 Purpose in Pain: Embracing the Journey

26:23 Navigating Plateaus and Valleys

30:15 The Power of Hope and Resilience

35:10 Building Resilience Through Discomfort

40:23 The Fear of Success and Personal Responsibility

45:14 Resilience in the Face of Adversity

50:52 Connecting with Others and Finding Purpose

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Shannon Karafanda is a renegade pastor, transformational leadership coach, and the original #HolyMischief Maker — using faith-inspired acts of kindness to spark connection, courage, and change.

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https://shannonkarafanda.com/

00:49 The Power of Growth Mindset

02:40 Prioritizing Relationships

06:03 Being Present in Relationships

09:21 Navigating Different Growth Levels in Relationships

10:57 Understanding Self-Worth

12:58 Redefining Failure

15:47 The Importance of Progress Over Results

19:41 Cultivating a Growth Mindset

21:48 The Role of Patience in Growth

23:44 Navigating Food and Health Challenges

27:19 Navigating Disagreements for Growth

29:36 The Gift of Triggers and Self-Exploration

31:48 The Impact of Comparison on Self-Worth

34:26 Mindfulness and Action in the Age of Distraction

37:15 The Importance of Connection and Community

40:23 Acts of Kindness: Transforming Lives

44:45 The Power of Small Acts of Kindness

51:13 Building a Culture of Kindness

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Jonathan Merit is a former D1 athlete turned high performance coach, helping entrepreneurs and high performers win bigger in life and business.

Connect with Jonathan:

https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.merit.3/

00:36 The Importance of Continuous Learning

02:32 Aligning Goals with True Desires

04:29 The Trap of Learning Without Application

06:13 Taking the First Step

09:29 Progress Over Perfection

10:51 Embracing Setbacks as Learning Opportunities

13:43 The Role of Community in Growth

24:39 Navigating Loneliness in Entrepreneurship

27:01 The Myth of Balance vs. Focus

32:36 Quality Over Quantity in Relationships

39:26 Navigating Guilt in Focused Seasons

46:14 The Journey of Personal Growth and Service

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Selena Jones is a therapist and decluttering coach who guides people through life’s messiest transitions with heart, humor, and practical tools.

Connect with Selena:

https://decluttertalk.com/

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Join Austra's Mindset and Resilience community here:

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Elizabeth Mintun is a psychotherapist, mindful life coach, and the host of The Calming Ground podcast.

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https://www.thecalmingground.com/

01:02 The Journey from People-Pleasing to Self-Trust

05:27 Practicing Saying No

10:13 Understanding Crises and Boundaries

14:40 The Importance of Vulnerability in Relationships

20:18 Shifting Towards Balanced Relationships

20:42 Curiosity as a Pathway to Awareness

27:41 Navigating Overwhelm and Self-Compassion

29:16 =Embracing Discomfort

32:32 Challenging Self-Perceptions and The Meaning We Create

36:24 Finding Your True Self

41:17 Navigating Fear and Walls

49:25 The Power of Perspective

54:27 Finding Peace Within

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Allen Frantz is a divorce and transition coach, endurance athlete, and former outdoor educator who helps people rebuild identity, confidence, and purpose after major life shifts through life's daily adventures.Connect with Allen:https://www.linkedin.com/in/allen-frantz/00:21 Courage Before Confidence05:29 Building a Vision Through Values09:21 Navigating Life Transitions11:40 Taking Responsibility in Hard Times13:23 Vulnerability and Masculinity16:22 Communication and Connection23:30 Acceptance and Non-Judgment26:50 Creating Safe Spaces for Sharing28:31 Embracing Discomfort and Challenge31:01 The Journey of Self-Discovery34:19 Proving Yourself Wrong36:57 Shifting Identity and Self-Perception42:10 The Role of Community in Growth50:10 Navigating Setbacks with Compassion

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Girisha Andrea Steigler is a trauma transgenerational abuse, healing and grief recovery specialist and expert orgasm coach. She's the founder of ImpressO Method and the Conscious Woman Academy. For over two decades, Girisha has studied ancient traditions and modern healing modalities around the world, using them to guide others and walk through her own transformation. She helps women release shame, heal transgenerational wounds, and reclaim confidence, joy, and sensuality through holistic body-based healing.

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https://girisha-andrea.com/

https://www.facebook.com/steigler.andrea/

https://www.instagram.com/girishaandrea/

01:00 Awakening to Choice and Presence

04:50 Signs of Disconnection from the Body

09:23 The Challenge of Awareness

11:29 Understanding Shame and Autopilot Behavior

18:27 Body Image and Societal Expectations

25:34 Holistic Healing and Transgenerational Trauma

32:05 The Healing Process: Embracing Slowness

37:08 Exploring Femininity: Strength and Authenticity

40:41 Defining Femininity: Breaking Societal Norms

46:33 The Dance of Masculine and Feminine Energy

53:34 Body Acceptance: Overcoming Shame and Embracing Self-Love

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About Valerie Huard: Valerie is an award-winning trauma-informed decluttering expert, speaker, and bestselling author. Her method "Put That Stuff Down" offers tools for stress relief, emotional clarity, and reclaiming peace, especially for people navigating trauma, overwhelm, or neurodivergence. After her own journey from severe PTSD symptoms to healing through decluttering, Valerie has dedicated her life to helping others understand the profound connection between trauma and clutter.

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