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Our energy fields naturally interact with those around us, making it vital to protect our vibrational balance when supporting loved ones through hard times. Helping others can be deeply fulfilling but often tests our energetic boundaries. Setting boundaries through practices like grounding, visualization, and meditation shields your energy from negativity while maintaining empathy. Grounding anchors your energy, and visualizing a protective light helps you stay aligned without being overwhelmed. These techniques ensure your energy remains balanced, allowing you to support others without losing yourself. Join Katherine MacLane as we explore ways to protect your energy in challenging times.

Katherine MacLane is an Energy and Life Coach, Energy Healer, Reiki Practitioner, and Keynote Speaker. She creates virtual and in-person experiences to help individuals and organizations discover their highest potential through energy work and scientific frequency tools. With over two decades of experience in transformational change and communications, Katherine uses a scientifically-backed method to elevate vibrations and unlock your most authentic self. Her work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, CBS Sunday Morning, and Forbes. Katherine is a Southern Methodist University and Kellogg School of Management graduate and is a certified Reiki practitioner, Energy Healer, and Coach.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest, Katherine MacLane
• [03:22] What is energy healing, and why would you reach out to Katherine
• [08:24] Ways to offer emotional and energetic support to someone going through hard times
• [19:33] Connect with the frequency of love instead of the pain of the person you are helping
• [23:57] Common everyday energy drains to be aware of
• [29:35] Pitfalls you can easily fall into as you protect your higher energies/frequencies
• [32:30] Distinguishing between energy drain vs normal stress
• [37:50] Why it is hard & necessary for empaths to set healthy & energetic boundaries
• [41:55] How visualization can be used to help a loved one come out of a hard situation
• [45:08] How the energies we project during visualization can impact the outcomes for others
• [51:00] Episode wrap-up and call to action

Standout Quotes:

• “Our bodies and minds can heal themselves. However, the greatest impact occurs when we connect to the right frequency to get there.”- [10:02]
• “Two frequencies cannot occupy the same space together.” [13:34]
• “The people around you are the primary energy drainers you need to be vigilant and aware of.” [29:18]
• “The vision of how you want to feel in the future is your roadmap and north star, keeping you tethered to the journey and the feelings you have already worked so hard to unlock.” [49:05]

Let’s Connect

Katherine Maclane

Website: https://www.katherinemaclane.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinepettymaclane/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpmaclane/

Email: kpmaclane@gmail.com

Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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Have you ever stopped to listen to the way you talk to yourself? Those quiet whispers of self-doubt or harsh criticism can shape your reality in ways you may not even realize. Negative self-talk isn’t just a fleeting thought—it’s a pattern that can erode confidence, fuel stress, and hold you back from living the life you deserve. But here’s the good news: with awareness and the right tools, you can challenge and transform those inner messages. Imagine replacing self-criticism with curiosity, kindness, and self-compassion and turning your inner critic into your greatest advocate. The journey starts with one simple truth—what you say to yourself matters.

In this episode, we talk about what negative self-talk looks like, how it might impact you, and how you can address it in your own life with a returning guest, Jen Baumgold. Jen is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist who specializes in trauma treatment. She is certified in EMDR and works with clients to help untangle the knots of trauma while finding a path toward healing and resilience. After graduating with her master's in social work, Jen began her career at the New York Fire Department counseling service unit, where she worked until 2016. During her time there, she provided crucial mental health support to FDYN members and their families.

In addition to her private practice, Jen is an active member of the Fair Field Trauma Response team, a volunteer alliance of mental health professionals committed to aiding first responders and the local communities in healing from trauma, tragedy, and stress.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest today, Jen Baumgold
• [04:17] What EMDR is and how it works in healing trauma
• [06:59] Negative self-talk and how it manifests in our daily lives
• [09:40] How negative self-talk starts and is reinforced in our life
• [15:31] The most prevalent root cause of negative self-talk
• [17:33] How EMDR addresses negative self-talk and why it’s so effective
• [21:41] Common examples of negative self-talk and how they show up in day-to-day
• [27:19] Cultivating self-awareness in looking out for your own needs
• [30:15] How negative self-talk differs from healthy self-reflection or criticism
• [34:33] How to use curiosity as a tool for kindness and empathy
• [38:23] Long-term emotional and mental impact of negative self-talk
• [42:05] Steps to take to challenge and improve your self-talk
• [43:47] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “EMDR allows things to integrate between cognitive and emotional brain so that you start to believe more adaptive message.” [18:41]
• “Our brain in trauma and survival mode don’t have access to the rational brain, so it’s going with messages of survival; when we desensitize, it allows us to connect the true beliefs about ourselves.” [20:39]
• “If we talk to ourselves in a negative, critical, and punitive way, it’s not in the service of self-improvement; it will only induce shame and survival.” [31:18]
• “Curiosity is not survival; when we’re in fight or flight mode, we can’t be curious about ourselves or anybody.” [34:59]

Let’s Connect
Jennifer Baumgold
Website: https://www.lotuspsychotherapyfc.com/jennifer-baumgold-lcsw
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-baumgold-b6ba8077Chandler Stroud
Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/
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The holiday season, while often filled with joy and celebration, can also amplify feelings of loneliness, grief, and overwhelm. In those moments, it’s easy to feel as though we’re navigating life’s challenges alone, carrying burdens too heavy to bear. But what if the very struggles we face are opportunities to connect with a deeper source of strength? In this episode, Rev. Lizzie reminds us that through spirituality, we can find a wellspring of resilience and hope. Whether we’re juggling endless to-do lists or grieving a profound loss, Lizzie shares how God’s presence and love offer us the courage to endure, grow, and heal—even in life’s most trying seasons.

Rev. Lizzie McManus Dail has lived all over the world with her boots now rooted in Austin, Texas, where she is living her dream as the founder of Jubilee Episcopal Church. Lizzie is passionate about the evangelism of a God who makes each of us for joy, which is why you might see her doing silly dances and talking about church history on Instagram and TikTok with her 80K followers.

As a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College, Lizzie brought a passion for intersectional feminism and queer theology to her studies at Duke Divinity School and Seminary of the Southwest. It was her time in both Massachusetts and North Carolina that brought her into the Episcopal church, where she was ordained in 2020. While grateful for her academic formation, she still swears most things she learned about being a priest she learned from 5 plus years of working in the service industry and access to the arts in her public high school.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest today, Rev. Lizzie
• [04:53] What spirituality is and how it differs from religion
• [06:57] How spirituality helps build emotional resilience during challenging times
• [0942] How spiritual communities offer emotional strength and support
• [16:14] Spiritual practices to build trust and manage difficult emotions
• [28:26] Two Advent practices to cultivate peace and trust this holiday season
• [34:06] Rev. Lizzie’s upcoming book and its message on emotional resilience
• [43:22] How God calls us to walk and transform us through a refining fire
• [47:18] What inspired Rev Lizzie to write her book, and how it will support readers
• [53:48] One key takeaway from Rev Lizzie to apply to your life this holiday season
• [54:56] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “To know God is to go deep within ourselves; we have to learn to trust and listen deep within ourselves to hear how God is speaking to us and giving us everything we need to endure.” [07:57]
• “Taking some deliberate quiet time in the hustle and bustle of holiday season can be really significant.” [30:25]
• “You don’t have to do anything to deserve and receive the bigness of God’s love; it’s just given to you.” [54:29]

Resources Mentioned

The Mystics Would Like a Word by Shannon K. Evans: https://www.amazon.com/Mystics-Would-Like-Word-Spirituality/dp/0593727274.

Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila: https://www.amazon.com/Interior-Castle-St-Teresa-Avila/dp/1619491001

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Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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We don’t just digest food—we digest life. Every thought, feeling, and experience we encounter impacts our gut health, making digestion about so much more than what’s on our plate. For women, this connection is even more profound, as stress, hormonal changes, and emotional well-being often show up in the form of bloating, acid reflux, IBS, and other gut issues. Acupuncture, a powerful tool in East Asian medicine, helps restore balance by addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of digestion. It’s not just about relieving symptoms—it’s about nurturing your body and mind to feel your best from the inside out.

In this episode, we talk about how acupuncture and East Asian medicine can support and heal digestion and gastrointestinal issues that are prevalent today with Jacques Depardieu. Jacques is nationally board-certified in acupuncture and traditional Chinese pharmacology and has been practising for over 25 years. He has a masters in oriental medicine and has been a Qigong practitioner for over 30 years. Jacques is a self-described advocate for the human spirit, having treated thousands of individuals for a wide array of conditions. He understands the role that spirit, creativity, and spontaneity play in creating health and recovery.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest today, Jacques Depardieu
• [05:28] What acupuncture and East Asian medicine are and their benefits
• [08:04] Why so many people are struggling with GI issues today
• [21:42] Signs and symptoms of an underlying digestive issue
• [28:43] How GI issues show up day-to-day and how to recognise them
• [32:57] How acupuncture helps address digestive issues
• [37:55] The connection between stress, mental health and digestive health
• [42:30] Simple lifestyle changes you can make to support your digestive health
• [46:18] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “We not only digest the food we eat, we’ve to digest our life, all of our thoughts and feelings are processes of digestion.” [11:32]
• “Whenever people digestive issues settle down, their sleep problems improve as well” [37:19]
• “You can’t fix a problem in somebody’s hip or shoulder if they don’t have a healthy digestive system, and are not sleeping.” [41:47]
• “If you’re not going to the bathroom, you’re not digesting well, and you’re not sleeping, it’s very difficult to heal your body from anything, specifically digestive issues.” [42:02]
  
  

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Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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In a world that constantly tells us who we should be, finding our true identity can feel like an uphill battle. Many of us struggle to balance our authentic selves with the roles and expectations society places on us. In the face of this life's complexities, horoscopes can offer meaningful ways for self-discovery and empowerment. Horoscopes aren’t just about predictions—they are a tool to help us feel more centered, confident, and accepting of ourselves. They provide a sense of validation and reassurance that goes beyond external labels, supporting us on our path toward inner peace and authentic self-expression.In this episode, we’re joined by Ophira Edut to answer this week’s one-million-dollar question: Why should you check your horoscope? Ophira is a renowned astrologer and intuitive advisor, the resident astrologer for ELLE, and the author of over 20 books. She advises CEOs, celebrities, and entrepreneurs and has spoken worldwide at major companies and venues. Featured on Bravo, MTV, Good Morning America, and the Today Show, she also created the astrology-based reality TV show Cosmic Love. Her upcoming book, The Astrology Advantage, introduces the IAM System, simplifying birth charts into three archetypes. Her work on "spiritual technology" for business success has been highlighted in Fast Company and global leadership conferences.
What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest, Ophira Edut
• [04:35] What astrology is and how it impacts our life on earth
• [06:44] Horoscopes and how they are different from astrological profiles
• [14:32] How to use horoscopes as a tool to take action when you feel stuck
• [21:10] What makes horoscopes a powerful tool for personal growth
• [25:46] Astrology time-based modality and how it’s different
• [33:22] How to use horoscope to guide you through life uncertainties
• [40:44] How horoscopes can help inspire hope and action on rainy days
• [42:21] The most misunderstood aspect of astrology and horoscopes
• [49:12] Simple steps to incorporate horoscopes into your daily routine
• [51:56] Wrap-up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:
“When you feel validated or seen, then your brain releases a hit of dopamine, which is motivational and gets you to take action, and horoscopes are fulfilling that role.” [15:53]

• “Everyone, no matter what you do, keep a growth mindset and be open to the idea that even if you’re sure you know, you don’t know.” [39:06]
• “Real change is that 1% change, and it can have a huge ripple effect over everything; you don’t have to change who you are, you can change the choices you make, bring more awareness to who you are and have fun being you.”[51:09]

Resources Mentioned
The Astrology Advantage by Ophira Edut and Tali Edut: https://www.amazon.com/Astrology-Advantage-Horoscope-Personal-Professional/dp/1668017202#:
Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808/ref=

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Ophira Edut
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/astrotwins
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ophira.edut/
Chandler Stroud
Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com
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What is it that truly drives you? What if your work could be a reflection of your unique purpose, aligning your deepest values with what you do every day? Many of us struggle with feelings of inadequacy and imposter syndrome, wondering if we’re really in the right place or living up to our true potential. Imagine a path where you uncover your natural strengths, connect with your authentic self, and let go of the pressure to be someone you’re not. When career and purpose align, work becomes more than a job—it becomes a fulfilling extension of who you are, empowering you to face challenges with confidence and clarity. Embracing this alignment can transform how you navigate your career, letting purpose guide you toward both fulfillment and success.

In this episode, we talk about how human design could be a tool to achieve your dreams and find your motivation and purpose in your work with a returning guest, Zach Carlsen. Zach has been coaching and educating professionally for the last decade. The core and foundation of his work is human design, a modern science containing ancient systems for exploring the nature of being. He holds advanced academic degrees in pedagogy, literature, and French, as well as certifications from Gallup Inc. in Clifton Strengths coaching and SSC in human design coaching. In 2021, he obtained his master coach certification from Elementum Coaching Institute.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest today, Zach Carlsen
• [06:26] What human design is, and how it works
• [09:00] Why human design is an important tool for understanding career alignment
• [14:16] A practical example of how human design can help you shift your career
• [19:25] How to use human design to uncover your professional strength
• [24:47] How human design can help you reconnect with your authentic self
• [30:01] How human design can help navigate imposter syndrome and burnout
• [38:16] Aligning your purpose with your career choices
• [43:17] Zach's advice on how to pivot to a more purposeful career
• [48:04] Leveraging human design to balance work and personal fulfillment
• [53:11] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “A purpose is a state of being, shifting from a purpose being something we do, to something that we become, can unlock greater possibilities for ourselves.” [10:01]
• “If you experience imposter syndrome you’re with the rest of us, we still meet that part of ourselves, but how we meet it is what has changed, don’t let it drive the boss.” [30:38]
• “We’re who we are for a reason, and this is true for everybody.” [44:52]
• “We got to where we’re for a reason, and we can get where we want to go for other reasons, and human design can be a tool in that journey.” [47:15]

Resources:

https://www.mybodygraph.com/

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Zach Carlsen

Website: https://zachcarlsen.com/

Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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