Heart + Soul with Ellen Newhouse

For decades, Anna Margolina struggled with a speech impediment; she stuttered severely, or as she put it, she was very good at stuttering. This communication issue didn't stop her from performing brilliantly in school; Anna graduated from the Russian Medical University in 1996 and got her Ph.D. in biology in 1999. She also worked as an editor and a science writer for the Russian Cosmetics & Medicine Journal. Anna considers herself a stubborn person, and ignoring her speech impediments, she was always trying to talk to people; unfortunately, most people didn't have the patience to listen to her. Finally, Anna found a solution to her speaking issues through hypnotherapy, and her story is beyond incredible.

Throughout this episode, Anna and I take a beautiful and enlightening walk through her childhood, her teenage years, and the beginning of her adulthood, looking at the evolution of her thinking process and the connection she established between her stuttering and her unique abilities. Anna shared brilliant insights about the power that lies behind what she calls sealed doors, those parts of ourselves we refuse or are too afraid to visit. We talk about how people organize their lives around their problems, traumas, and impediments, and we also dive deep into the question that changed Anna's life, how do YOU want to feel? 

Tune in, and don't miss a second of this beautiful, funny, and inspiring human being. 

Some Questions I Ask:

• How did you go from being this brilliant scientist to what some people consider a wacky pseudo-medicine? (2:54)
• What went through your mind when you thought, I can do this brilliant work, yet I can't say my name? (5:13)
• There are patterns and information in our subconscious mind that is directly affecting the outcome of our life. Is that what you're saying? (26:58)
• Are there some tools that you could offer people so that they could begin to see how to restructure their thoughts on their own? (28:01)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• How Anna decided to look for a different solution to her problems (6:04)
• Michael was born. One of Anna's most embarrassing moments (9:27)
• How desperate are you? The universe needs us to put some work (13:22)
• It never was a speech issue. The question that changed Anna's life (17:58)
• The pack of stray dogs, the little puppies, and the awakening of Anna's superpowers (38:16)

Resources:

• Anna Margolina website
• Outdoor Hypnotherapy website

Connect with Anna:

• LinkedIn

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For most of us, having a negative experience is enough reason to be mad, angry, or asking why this is happening to us. For Pantea Kalhor, things are a bit different. After a man dropped her to the ground to rob her car, causing her multiple back injuries, she asked herself: What was the blessing the universe sent to her through the thief and the car incident? Pantea decided to forgive the man. The sense of release and letting go helped her feel better and understand the false sense of belonging we tend to have with things and people. 

Pantea Kalhor is a Change Specialist, Project manager, Agile Coach, Author, Publisher, Podcaster, and Show host. She is a three-time best-selling author, Certified PTSD and Fertility Coach. She authored "Rules of Change," "Empowering Women to Succeed," and her latest book, "Naturally Conceived."

In this episode, we dive deep into a unique way of seeing life, manifestation, and gratitude. Pantea kindly shared some of her life experiences that changed the way she understood life and unfortunate events. We also talk about Pantea's strong bond with her intuition, the signs the universe sends us, and the best mental state to see and follow them. We also build together a six-step guide for manifestation and much more. 

Tune in and open your mind to a new way of listening to how the universe communicates with us.

Some Questions I Ask:

• Let's talk about the assault; when did it happen? (4:25)
• How did this affect you emotionally? (9:27)
• How would you suggest people begin to connect with their intuition? (25:34)
• How does a woman surrender the idea or the desire to have a baby? (43:15)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Pantea's traumatic experience, and how it made her change her mindset around what happened to her (5:13)
• Forgiving the thief, feeling relief on letting go (9:33)
• Pantea's new way of looking at things and belongings (14:06)
• The six steps to manifestation (29:23)
• A different approach to our desires: does this feel normal to me? (37:00)

Resources:

• Transition podcast with Pantea Kalhor
• Book: Pantea Kalhor - Rules of Change: For the Better
• Book: Pantea Kalhor - Naturally Conceived: How To Get Pregnant, Explain Unexplained Infertility, And Prevent Miscarriages By Unleashing Your Reproductive Power Even Over 40!
• Book: Co-Pantea Kalhor - Empowering Woman to Succeed: Leap

Connect with Pantea:

• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Although the world seems to be open to discussing being fit as a matter of general health and not only esthetics, most people see being fit as a final destination when the truth is, it is a vessel. Exercising, eating healthy, and being fit can lead to a happier, more successful, and compelling life. Being aware of that and instilling it in their students and coachees differentiates Sarah Malone in the fitness coaching industry. 

Sarah Malone is the Founder and Owner of Spark Fitness & Life Coaching. She is a NASM Certified CPT, CNC, GPTS, and Lifestyle Coach. Sarah was also among the Yahoo! Finance Top 10 female life Coaches in 2021. Her unique approach to fitness coaching and wellness allows her students to perform at a higher level in any area of their lives. 

In this episode, we talk about Sarah's customized fitness coaching services and their impact on her coachees. We explore the effects that improving our fitness can have on connecting with ourselves and others, our confidence, and how we see the world. We also discuss the role of pictures in progress measurement and why the scale is the least relevant metric in terms of health and fitness. 

Tune in and get ready for a workout training session for your soul, mind, and senses. 

Some Questions I Ask:

• What inspired you to become the fitness coach that you have become? (4:25)
• Did you ever body built, did you ever compete? (25:20)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Why those who work with Sarah are the ones looking for a specific transformation (8:11)
• What makes Sarah's approach to fitness different from the rest of the fitness coaches (11:36)
• Why it is essential to take pictures to measure not only progress but posture and confidence as well (17:43)
• About Sarah's feeling of breaking chains every time she overcame hard times (28:03)
• The issue of using the scale as a progress measurement (39:27)

Resources:

• Spark Fitness & Lifestyle Coaching website
• Ignite the Spark Within podcast with Sarah Malone

Connect with Sarah:

• Instagram
• YouTube

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• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Website
• Facebook

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The process of ascension or enlightenment is turning our planet into what some would call heaven on earth. It literally means to bring more light, pushing everything that has been in the dark up to the surface, creating a collective change, and experiencing a higher dimensional way of living. When Catherine Ewing read about that about 20 years ago, she learned that the old system must fall first for this phenomenon to happen. Healthcare, banking, religion, and education must collapse so that we can start rebuilding. At the time, it seemed very unlikely, but after what we experienced during the pandemic, the possibility of creating a new reality looks more real than ever. 

Catherine Ewing is the Founder of Sacred Heart Alchemy; she is a TEDx Speaker, Psycho-Social Coach, Mentor, Leader at Sacred Heart Alchemy & Sacred Heart Sisterhood. Catherine is also a spiritually focused Women's Transformational Coach, Energy Healer, and Emotional Freedom Catalyst and Trainer. 

Catherine blends science, metaphysics, psychology, and spirituality to facilitate deep healing, awakening, and transformation for her clients. She is an expert in healing early trauma, abuse, mother loss, and family dysfunction. 

In this episode, we had a profound and touching conversation about how to "find center" when everything moves chaotically around us. We also talked about the contrast between the things we want and manifest and the things the universe sends us. Catherine kindly shared a short version of the Heart-Brain Coherence, a magical and relaxing experience. We dive into the relationship between our egos and the curated world of social media, the benefits of EFT tapping, and much more.

Tune in, and take a step closer to a balanced, relaxed mind, centered in the middle of these tumultuous times we are living in. 

Some Questions I Ask:

• How do we "find center" as everything keeps moving? (3:23)
• What does it mean that we're in this time of ascension? (6:02)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The vending machine analogy (7:52)
• How powerful it is to surrender our egoic desires (9:46)
• The issues with the artificial world of social media (15:23)
• The Heart-Brain Coherence exercise (27:09)

Resources:

• Sacred Heart & Alchemy website
• TEDxFredericksburg - Emotional Alchemy: Healing from the Heart | Catherine Ewing

Connect with Catherine:

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• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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The reasons why a woman decides to take control of their own money and their financial future might be several; it can be an extreme situation like a laid-off, a boss they don't like, or a newborn that makes them want to ensure their future and safety. For Sarah J. Stevens, it was when a $100 check she wrote to pay rent bounced. That was the day she created a mantra and repeated it until it became true, I'm going to be a millionaire. 

Sarah J. Stevens is a Realtor, Real Estate Investor, Podcast Host, Professor, Professional Speaker, and Trainer. She is passionate about empowering people to fulfill their financial destinies. To Sarah, success is about having the freedom to spend quality time with her wife and twins, running and practicing water sports, and serving others in achieving their visions. She holds a Physical and Health Education degree and an MBA in Business from Laurentian University.

Sarah is the REP Elite Woman 2016 Winner, Real Estate Top Investor 2016 Finalist, Centurion Producer, Century 21 Canada 2017 &2018, and Nominee to the Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards in 2016, 2017, and 2018. 

In this episode, we talk about the healing power money can have if we learn to deal with it. Sarah narrated her story, why and when she decided to change her career, and her relationship with money and wealth. We discussed why women suffer more around money than men and what we can do to change that. In addition, Sarah shared precious advice for women who want to succeed in their corporate jobs and those who want to get into entrepreneurship. 

Tune in, listen to the inspiring Sarah J. Stevens, and learn how to uncover your money superpowers.

Some Questions I Ask:

• I have this feeling that you didn't just suddenly one day arrive at all of these fantastic ideas about money. How did you get here? Did you struggle? (3:35)
• Why do you think we as women suffer so much around money? (6:55)
• Do you think there is a way for women to rise within the corporate sector and make as much money without having to leave? (11:30)
• How can women in the corporate world want to have a side hustle do it without killing themselves? (19:51)
• Do you think that many people have a lot of emotional baggage that keeps them back or sabotages them around money? (24:18)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The day Sarah decided she would be a millionaire (3:48)
• How Sarah believes women can take themselves out of normalizing making less money than men (9:04)
• Three steps for women to thrive and succeed in their corporate jobs (13:15)
• The power of being efficient with our time (20:04)
• The importance of standing up and supporting other women in their journey (27:37)

Resources:

• Sarah J. Stevens website
• Secrets of Seven Figure Women podcast

Connect with Sarah:

• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook

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• Twitter
• Website
• Facebook

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Although we know that we will experience loss at some point in our lives or even if we've already experienced it, dealing with grief is something we rarely know how to do. In Diana Curtis' case, she started figuring out how to deal with her mother's death almost five decades after it happened, when she was three. After attending a spiritual retreat in Atlanta, she started asking herself questions that led to a journey of healing where she began to uncover the layers of pain. 

Joining us today is the wonderful Diana Curtis, CEO and Founder of Coaching to the Heart, Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist, and host of the Growing Through Grief podcast. Diana worked at the Center for Disease and Control Prevention (CDC) for over 30 years; she is a Certified Meditation Teacher, a Spiritual Life Coach, a Bachelor of Divinity from the Universal Brotherhood Movement, Inc. She also graduated from the Inner Vision Institute for Spiritual Development. 

In this episode, Diana shared with us her knowledge and experience about grief, how to deal with it, and the effects of allowing it to be part of our lives. We talked about her life and her relationship with grief, her journey of healing, and the difference a grief specialist can make in someone's life. Diana kindly shared the top three tips to deal with grief appropriately and what it meant to her to "do the work" of dealing with her grieving process. 

Hop on and join us in this story of rediscovering ourselves through this curious gift - grief.

Some Questions I Ask:

• How do you save room for people during grief? (5:54)
• What's the difference between friends and an expert witnessing our grief? (7:44)
• What are the top three things that people could do to help themselves explore this curious gift? (9:48)
• Imagine that somebody listening is in a lot of pain, and they have no idea what "doing the work" means. Where did it begin for you? (23:20)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The common misunderstanding about grief and its implications (3:05)
• We are constantly trying to go back to the nature of who we are, which is love (7:21)
• Diana's top three tips to deal with grief (10:01)
• The moment Diana started her journey of healing (13:09)
• How Diana moved from the negative vibrations she had regarding her mother's death (19:43)

Resources:

• Coaching to the Heart website
• Coaching to the Heart Instagram
• Coaching to the Heart Facebook
• Coaching to the Heart Twitter
• Coaching to the Heart YouTube
• Growing Through Grief podcast
• Living and Growing Through Grief Facebook group

Connect with Diana:

• LinkedIn

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• Twitter
• Website
• Facebook

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Erin Bagwell was raised in a household that encouraged artistic expression. Her mother never fit in the traditional army mom image, wearing tie-dye clothing and driving a red convertible, she stood apart.  While her parents supported both she and her brother  to express themselves through art, they assumed Erin would get married and therefore be cared for by a husband. As a result, they allowed her to more openly to pursue arts.

Visiting us today is Erin Bagwell, documentary filmmaker, blogger, and mom. Her first feature-length film - Dream, Girl - premiered at the White House under the Obama administration in 2016 and was recognized by Oprah on her SuperSoul100 list. In 2018, Erin became a mother and started filming her new documentary, Year One. The film is an intimate look at the first year of motherhood through Erin's eyes. It addresses the identity shifts, the challenges of experiencing postpartum depression, and the everyday extraordinary moments of being a new mom.

On her daughter's first birthday, Erin's mind was flooded with memories of the day she became a mother. She experienced firsthand the physical and emotional strength women are capable of; since then, Erin is in awe of us, women, and of our power, patience, and our ability to carry on like we are not also carrying another world on our shoulders. Those early days made her remember her motherhood experience wasn't unique; women have been doing this since the beginning of time. 

In this episode, we had a soul-touching conversation about how pregnancy and motherhood affect women and the mixed feelings and sensations they provoke. Erin shared her own experiences with PPD (postpartum depression) and how raising her hand and asking for help literally saved her life. We also talked about shame that lies underneath mental health issues,  gratitude and the importance of finding our voice to express our feelings. 

Tune in, and hear Erin's inspiring story of resilience, love, and art-induced salvation. 

Some Questions I Ask:

• Before experiencing postpartum depression, have you ever had any mental health issues or depression? (7:18)
• Do you think that denial was a sense of shame that you should not be depressed as a mother? Or do you think you just didn't recognize the symptoms? (8:32)
• What would you say would be the things people could do to start to own their voice? (23:47)
• What's your biggest challenge right now for yourself? For you as a stay-at-home mom, and for you as a very creative woman? (27:21)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Whether you are a mom or you are trying to mother yourself (3:27)
• Erin talks about the opportunities motherhood offered her and the choices she made (6:22)
• How pregnancy made Erin feel gratitude for her body (8:47)
• Raising her hand and asking for help. One of the most impactful and extraordinary moments for Erin (12:25)
• Erin talks a bit about the remarkable journey of Dream, Girl (19:46)

Resources:

• Year One movie
• Dream, Girl movie
• Erin Bagwell blog

Connect with Erin:

• Instagram
• Email: [email protected] 

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• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Website
• Facebook

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At age 46, and after working for 25 years in sales for the same company, Bruce Pulver was part of a mass layoff altogether with other 500 employees. As he was the sole provider for his family, it was a devastating blow; he saw his path, his career, and his retirement plan shattered in a second. That was his wake-up call, his BAM moment, as he calls it. 

His father's love for words and his mother's gratitude and passion for life helped him take the first step into his new journey, a journey that would start with a word, an acronym: STRONG. Stand Tall, Remain Optimistic, Now Go for it. 

Bruce Pulver is an Author, Professional Speaker, and Entrepreneur. He is a Strategic Project Driver for Key Corporate Initiatives at Firstsource, the author of "Above the Chatter, Our Words Matter," and the creator of WORDshop. This program teaches high-performing executives and organizations skills to maximize results by leveraging the power of their words.

In this episode, Bruce shared his inspiring story full of nuggets of immense wisdom. We talked about how he turned inspiration into a lifestyle and a particular yet intentional way of helping others. Bruce's passion for words and their meanings made this conversation a constant invitation to reflect on what and how we talk to others and, most importantly, to ourselves. 

Tune in, let yourself go, and get inspired by Bruce's magical talent for dismantling words and turn them into something else. 

Some Questions I Ask:

• What has been at least one, if not the most challenging moment in your life that you have had to deal with? (2:59)
• After you lost your job, what was the most prominent belief that got shattered? (6:44)
• In your corporate success days, were you as heart-centered then as you are now? (19:35)
• Were you always able to talk positively to yourself? (24:51)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The importance of believing we deserve to be successful (7:59)
• The origin of Bruce's BAM moment and how his life started changing from the day he was born (12:25)
• God Installed Features To Share. Bruce's definition of 'gifts' (17:48)
• Our success is measured on impacting other people's lives (22:08)

Resources:

• Bruce Pulver website
• Book: Bruce Pulver - Above the Chatter, Our Words Matter
• TEDx Flower Mound: Bruce Pulver - The Secret to Changing Negative Self-talk by Renewing your Mindset

Connect with Bruce:

• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook

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• Twitter
• Website
• Facebook

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During a visit to Rome, Patrick and his wife had several soul-touching moments when they visited the Vatican and the Sistine Chappel. He then recognized it was a unique opportunity to conversate with God, and after asking what he should do with his life, he heard a calm voice saying: create. 

After winning some awards for his pictures and worked on photojournalism and fashion, Patrick Robinson decided to stop taking pictures, and so he did for 17 years. Until one day, his wife encouraged him to start retaking photographs and posting them on social media. People would feel inspired by his pictures, find hope, and see life differently; then, the voice he heard in Rome made sense. He would start sharing his pictures so people could see the world the way he sees it. 

Patrick Robinson is a writer, journalist, songwriter, and photographer. He's been taking pictures since he was 12 and hopes he's starting to get good at it. Patrick is also the owner of Patrick Robinson Media Design; he is passionate about creating new ideas and helping people with creative projects. 

In this episode, we had an inspiring conversation about resilience, the imperfect perfection of human beings and what we do, creativity, and the power of recognition. Patrick kindly shared his extraordinary experience in the Vatican, how that experience changed his life, how he sees art, and his work. We also talked about being in dark places and the ways out of it through making ourselves useful. 

Tune in and enjoy Patrick's remarkable story of self-improvement, art, and resilience.

Some Questions I Ask:

• Your photography touches a deep place in my heart. And I'm so curious about where your ability to take photographs comes from? (2:37)
• Do you feel that your photography is a form of healing for you? (6:31)
• You had an extraordinary experience when you went to Italy. I want to hear about that (13:27)
• Do you feel like you channel the pure love energy your photographs reflect when you're taking pictures? (21:31)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• A bit of Patrick's background and where he got his tendency to self-improvement (3:34)
• Some advice for people who struggle in their creative process (7:49)
• Imperfection is what makes us trying to improve all the time (11:03)
• Patrick's touching story in the Vatican (15:48)
• The state of flow. How it feels for Patrick to be in it, and how it affects his art (22:42)

Resources:

• Patrick Robinson website

Connect with Patrick:

• LinkedIn
• Facebook

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• Twitter
• Website
• Facebook

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It might sound contradictory, but the inner voice that stops us from getting out of our comfort zone and pursuing happiness and fulfillment is actually trying to help us. We need to make enough space to look at it with curiosity and compassion to understand that voice. And that, according to Rachel Alexandria, is the tricky part because we need to comprehend that that voice and whatever is saying is not us. That voice is our inner critic; it is supposed to serve us, not boss us around. 

Joining me today is Rachel Alexandria, Licenced Psychotherapist, Certified Family Constellations facilitator, Enneagram Teacher, Master in Applied Behavioral Sciences, facilitator of Internal Family Systems, EFT, and energy work. Rachel also holds a Master of Fine Arts in Poetry. After working for 8 years as a psychotherapist, Rachel started serving as a Soul Medic and Guide for high performers with sensitive souls. 

Rachel uses real psychology-based techniques, transformational healing tools, and intuitive insights to help people moving out of mental and emotional blocks that keep them stuck between where they are and where they want to be. 

In this episode, we had a fantastic conversation about our inner critic, how it is trying to help us, and how to deal with it. Rachel kindly shared her experiences during her journey of becoming a Soul Medic, her doubts, and certainties. We discussed our inner parts and why the only way of satisfying our inner voice urge is through attention. Rachel talked about Family Constellation, and at the end, she shared an incredible story of one of her first healing experiences. 

Tune in and enjoy Rachel's inspiring story about self-discovery, self-compassion, and wisdom. 

Some Questions I Ask:

• Why is it so hard for people to love themselves? (5:41)
• What if you're stuck in the I'm not enough voice? Where do you begin? (8:15)
• In addition to the inner critic, are there other voices? (15:18)
• Can you tell people a bit about Family Constellation? (20:59)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The world keeps on telling us we are not enough. Why we can't win if we listen to our inner critic all the time (6:01)
• The inner critic is trying to protect us. How to make some space to be compassionate about what our inner voice tells us (10:31)
• If the thought in our heads makes us feel bad, it is a lie (14:18)
• Spirit improve. Rachel explains what Family Constellation is about (21:33)
• One of Rachel's first life-changing healing experiences (31:12)

Resources:

• Rachel Alexandria website
• Book: Rachel Alexandria - Who is in Charge of Your Brain

Connect with Rachel:

• Instagram
• Facebook
• LinkedIn
• Twitter

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