How Amanda Marino Helps Founders Heal Trauma and Build Emotional Resilience

In this episode of Founder2Founder, Aaron Spivak sits down with Amanda Marino, certified Life and Empowerment Coach, TEDx speaker, Emmy-nominated TV personality, and founder of Next Level Wellness and Behavioral Health. Amanda shares her journey from surviving childhood abuse, family trauma, and years of self-destruction, to building a life rooted in healing, service, and resilience.Amanda opens up about the realities of trauma, addiction, mental health, and reinvention, while sharing the work she now does helping individuals, families, and entrepreneurs navigate their own healing journeys. This conversation explores emotional resilience, the importance of environment and community, and why giving people the space to be heard can completely change the trajectory of their lives.Chapters: 01:02 – Amanda Marino’s Journey Through Trauma and Resilience 02:40 – Childhood Abuse, Survival, and Early Trauma 05:53 – The Lasting Impact of Feeling “Not Good Enough” 08:07 – Self-Destruction, Rebellion, and Seeking Escape 09:30 – Turning Pain Into Purpose and Helping Others Heal 11:52 – Mental Health, Addiction, and Eating Disorders Today 13:32 – Where the Healing Process Actually Begins 16:59 – Amanda’s Approach to Family Interventions and Recovery 19:43 – The Power of Listening and Holding Space 22:58 – Lessons Learned From High-Stakes Interventions 24:39 – Similarities Between Wealth, Trauma, and Addiction 27:46 – The Importance of Ongoing Self-Work and Therapy 29:26 – Gratitude, Healing, and Breaking Generational Cycles 31:29 – Resilience, Reinvention, and Creating a New Life 32:42 – The Mentors and Relationships That Changed Amanda’s Life 35:44 – Why Some People Struggle With Other People’s Success 38:10 – Learning Discernment in Relationships and Friendships 41:46 – Seasons of Life, Growth, and Personal Evolution 42:42 – Manifestation, Belief, and Creating Bigger Opportunities 46:31 – Parenting, Emotional Intelligence, and Giving Kids Space 49:39 – Why Community and Support Systems Matter 52:00 – Vulnerability, Masculinity, and Emotional Growth 53:22 – Amanda’s Message to Her Younger Self 55:02 – Amanda’s Mission to Help Others Heal and RebuildGuest Links:Website: https://amandamarinospeaks.com/ https://www.nextlevelwellnessbh.com/Instagram: @amandamarinoofficialTikTok: @amandamarinoofficialLinkedIn: Amanda MarinoIf you're a founder doing $1MM+ in annual revenue, apply for the Founders Club today: https://go.foundersclubofficial.com/intro-fc-aaronStay Connected!Aaron Spivak:IG: @‌SpivakLinkedinThe Founders ClubIG: @‌TheFoundersClubWebsite www.foundersclubofficial.com Founder2Founder:TikTok @‌Founder2FounderPodcastYoutube @‌Founder2Founder.Podcast