From Escaping Reality to Exploring the World | How To STOP Numbing The Pain & Start Living with Worldwide Traveler Keanna Labrecque

Send us Fan MailHave you ever found yourself chasing one distraction after the other without realizing it or trying to please everyone around you, only to realize you're actually just running away from yourself? Well, look no further- you just found yourself a winner of an episode to listen to.I'm pretty sure I just found y'all's new best friend... Meet the bold, adventurous, full-of-life, traveling, and exploring Keanna Labrecque! Originally from Canada, but tuning in for this episode from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Keanna has found herself traveling to over 13 countries in her lifetime so far and continuously searching for new adventures and experiences to grow her spirit and soul! In today's convo, we dive more into how trauma and toxicity impacted Keanna's development growing up, which led her to numb her pain with alcohol. She then opens up about what she's learned about the innate human need for authenticity and attachment, and how people-pleasing and addiction play a role in the lack thereof. Over the past year, she has been working through her own healing and sobriety journey, all while continuing to travel, embrace new cultures, and allow her mind to be altered by new/beautiful perspectives and spiritual practices. In this episode, Keanna shares about ways to seek real dopamine and find healthy coping mechanisms when facing life's inevitable pain. As well as how to identify who you really are beyond existential roles or labels. Join us today in this high-energy convo and leave with practical advice, relevant wisdom, and powerful insights into ways you can redefine purpose, life, and adventure. Show Notes:00:00 Introduction to the Soulful Project Podcast01:59 Meet Kiana Labreck: A Nomadic Spirit04:25 The Evolution of Self: Kiana's Journey08:13 Authenticity and Self-Discovery12:45 The Impact of Childhood on Adult Choices16:25 Coping Mechanisms: From Addiction to Sobriety20:05 Finding Joy in Running: A New High21:30 Travel: A Path to Purpose and Perspective24:01 Cultural Perspectives and Gratitude25:57 Traveling: A Journey of Connection31:05 The Impact of People on Travel Experiences32:31 Finding Authentic Connections39:24 Balancing Life and Soul Nourishment45:53 NEWCHAPTERSupport the show