Dreaming Again After Loss — Chanoa Inez on Healing, Joy, and Self-Trust

What if you’ve moved on… but something in you is still holding back?In this episode of The Audacious Living Podcast, Audley sits down with Chanoa Inez, author of Dream On, for a deeply honest conversation about grief, healing, and what it really takes to start dreaming again after loss. What begins as a light, human moment quickly unfolds into a powerful exploration of self-awareness, emotional resilience, and personal transformation.Chanoa shares her journey through unexpected loss and the realization that even when life appears “fine” on the surface, unresolved emotions can quietly shape how we show up. She opens up about how grief influenced her decisions, her confidence, and ultimately her ability to dream bigger again.This conversation goes beyond surface-level motivation. It challenges the idea that healing is linear and invites you to look inward. From redefining self-love to understanding the difference between happiness and true joy, there’s a depth here that will stay with you long after the episode ends.If you’ve ever felt like you’re holding back, playing small, or unsure why your dreams don’t feel as big as they used to… this conversation offers clarity, perspective, and a reminder of what’s still possible.In this episode, you’ll hear about:How unresolved grief can quietly shape your life and decisionsThe difference between happiness and true, felt joyWhy playing small often comes from protecting yourself from disappointmentHow to rebuild self-trust and start dreaming bigger againThe role of self-love in setting boundaries and creating alignmentWhy awareness is the first step toward meaningful changeGuest BioChanoa Inez is an author and transformational guide who helps individuals rebuild their lives after loss or major life transitions. Through her work, she blends personal development with practical insight to help people reconnect with their purpose, expand their vision, and step into a more aligned version of themselves.Guest Links https://chanoainez.com⁠ Listen on Major Platforms Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/2jVR6V7X2kRiCCDXE0FTyl?si=IR3TsfEWR3WA6BzfBRnVXQ⁠ Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-audacious-living-podcast/id1547447345⁠ Amazon → https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/9f7902bb-dec8-4bd9-918d-d1fef21b7c67/the-audacious-living-podcast?ref=dm_sh_pGv57yQvAmAQVp2IIaXoDwtFt⁠Leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/audacious