From Overachieving to Awakening: Healing Trauma Through Truth with Bridget Budd

What happens when a high-functioning life hides emotional chaos? In this raw and revealing episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Bridget Budd—former corporate exec turned soulful novelist—to explore the hidden cost of perfectionism, the role of repressed anger, and the power of radical truth-telling in trauma recovery. Bridget shares her journey from emotional suppression to spiritual awakening, and how her novel Behind the Mirror became a tool for healing not just for herself, but for readers struggling with identity, abandonment, and self-worth. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking holistic healing and the courage to face their own truth. About the Guest: Bridget Budd is a writer, truth-seeker, and former corporate executive whose work now centers around emotional healing, trauma awareness, and spiritual growth. Her book Behind the Mirror explores hidden emotional wounds behind a polished life, offering readers a path to radical self-acceptance and inner peace. With certifications in yoga, trauma-informed coaching, and health coaching, Bridget blends lived experience with healing practices. Key Takeaways: Repressed Anger Fuels Overperformance: Bridget shared how years of silent frustration led her to equate busyness with self-worth—until everything broke down and forced her to look inward. Truth Telling as Medicine: Suppressed emotions and unspoken truths can sabotage health. Bridget's healing began when she stopped abandoning herself to please others and started honoring her authentic self. Spiritual Awakening from Rock Bottom: A potential fourth divorce became a turning point that led to a profound spiritual shift, and eventually, a new purpose as a writer and healer. Healing Isn’t Linear: Setbacks aren’t failures. They often reveal deeper layers needing attention. Bridget learned that what felt like regression was often deeper integration. The Power of Kundalini Practice: Kundalini yoga and mantra became key tools in reconnecting with her inner self—especially as someone without a religious upbringing. Progress is Personal: Healing may look like feeling okay for 10 minutes in a day. It’s not about arriving at peace—it’s about continuing to show up for it. Connect with Bridget Budd: Website: www.bridgetbudd.com Instagram & LinkedIn: Search “Bridget Budd” Her Novel: Behind the Mirror – Available for pre-order (Releases July 20) Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: Send a message here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK OUT ALL OUR PODCASTS & BE A GUEST: • Listen to our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik • Subscribe to the newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ • Join the community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES: • Business Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ • Individual Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ • Share Your Story With the World – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory FOLLOW US: • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Medium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavik • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster • Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW: • Leave a Google Review: https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ • Submit a video testimonial: https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #TraumaHealing #SpiritualAwakening #PodcastLife #PersonalGrowth #InnerPeace #HealingJourney #PodcastCommunity #SelfWorth #EmotionalHealing #kundaliniyoga #truthmatters #growthmindset #traumarecovery #newpodcast #authenticitymatters #truthseeker #BehindTheMirror #BridgetBudd #healingisnotlinear #selfacceptance #writingastherapy #spiritualgrowth #mentalhealthmatters #innerpeacebetterhealth #podcastepisode