Choosing You: Vesta Hurlbutt on Mindful Living, Self-Forgiveness & Emotional Freedom

What this episode covers

<p>In this soulful episode of <em>The</em> <em>Mindful Living</em>, host Sana welcomes Vesta Hurlbutt—empowerment strategist, cardiovascular technologist, Ho'oponopono practitioner, and health coach. A resilient single mother, Vesta dives deep into the essence of mindful living, emotional healing, and the powerful practice of choosing yourself. From redefining meditation to transforming handwashing into a mindfulness ritual, Vesta shares her deeply personal journey of self-discovery, self-forgiveness, and letting go of control. Whether you're a caregiver, a busy parent, or someone on a healing journey, this episode is a gentle yet powerful reminder that mindfulness begins with small, intentional choices.</p><p><strong>About the Guest:</strong><br />Vesta Hurlbutt is a heart-led empowerment coach and health professional based in Hawaii. A single mom and seasoned healer, Vesta guides individuals toward reclaiming their self-worth through mindfulness, forgiveness, and emotional freedom. Her podcast, <em>Open Heart Healing</em>, and her daily gratitude practice, “rampage of appreciation,” are at the core of her mission to inspire transformation from within.</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li>Mindfulness is about presence—not perfection.</li><li>Emotional freedom starts with forgiving yourself, not just others.</li><li>Small acts like journaling or appreciating your morning coffee can shift your entire mindset.</li><li>Mindfulness helps release control, especially in parenting.</li><li>True self-care isn’t luxury—it’s choosing yourself in small, consistent ways.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Connect with Vesta Hurlbutt:</strong></p><ul><li>Instagram &amp; Facebook: [Search “Vesta Hurlbutt” – she’s one of a kind!]</li><li>Podcast: <em>Open Heart Healing Podcast</em></li><li>DM her directly for support and guidance.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Want to be a guest on </strong><em><strong>The</strong></em><strong> </strong><em><strong>Mindful Living</strong></em><strong>? DM on PM</strong></p><ul><li>DM Me Here: <a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik</a></li><li>Subscribe To Newsletter: <a href="https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/</a></li><li>Join Community: <a href="https://nas.io/healthymind" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nas.io/healthymind</a></li></ul><p><strong>Stay Tuned And Follow Us!</strong></p><ul><li>YouTube - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife</a></li><li>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/podhealth.club/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/podhealth.club/</a></li><li>Threads - <a href="https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club</a></li><li>Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank&quot