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The Complex Life Podcast
by Evangela Haley CTCP, CPRS
Practical guidance on how to recover from the things that have happened to you or didn't happen for you. Life is very complex. You don't have to stay stuck. You can live a fulfilling life right now. We will talk about trauma, what it is, and how it impacts our daily lives, as well as figure out what works for us. Please rate and share the show with a friend that can benefit.
Episodes
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Meeting Life As It Is
In this episode, I talk about meeting life as it comes at you. You get to determine who you want to be when the sh*t hits the fan. Please share this episode as well as subscribe to the podcast and rate it. Every bit of support helps. Thank you! Need support in your journey? Book a complimentary...
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Finding Yourself Again: Healing, Self-Trust, and Living an Authentic Life
I was invited onto the Fulfillionaire's File podcast with Victoria Ferrer. In this episode, I answer Victoria's questions about how I support you in finding yourself again. Check out Victoria's youtube channel for more interviews. Need support in your journey? Visit my relaunched website and book…
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Facing Who You Are in Order to Heal
There’s tons of information out there on how to spot a narcissist, abuser, cheater, grifter, etc. We can recognize the signs and red flags and hopefully not ignore them in the interest of getting a need met or changing how we feel temporarily. But, what happens when you recognize that your own...
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Taking a Chance to Improve Your Life
In this episode, I talk about taking calculated risk in the realm of healing in order to have the life that you want. Please don't forget to rate the show and give a follow so that more people can hear about what I do. Thank you! If you are looking for affordable support you can book a...
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Doing Things Imperfectly
Do you struggle with perfectionism? I get it and in this episode we talk about it and how we can overcome it. Thank you for listening. Please like, share, and rate the show if it resonates with you! Would you like 1 on 1 support? Book a free consultation at alchemyhealingandrecovery.com
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Intention, Impact, Rupture, Repair
In this episode I'm talking about nuanced topics: Intention, Impact, Rupture, & Repair. If we are in relationships with other humans we will need to know how to approach these subjects. I think that the incident at the BAFTA awards offers so insights into how to repair things that blow up...
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I'm back folks! Let's Catch Up!
It has been a while since I recorded an episode because life has been happening in rare form. In this episode I'm sharing some of that, a coaching practice name change, and talking about how I apply the principles that I teach you. Thank you to everyone that takes time to listen. Please remember…
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Feeling Our Emotions in Our Body Meditation
In today's episode, we will be doing a meditative practice to help you get in tune with your emotions and integrate what we learned in the previous episode about projection and subjective experience. Please take a moment to share, rate, and review the show so that more people can get practical…
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Our Subjective Experience & Projection
In this episode, we're diving into a topic that's crucial for fostering healthier relationships and deeper self-awareness: understanding subjective experience and avoiding the trap of projecting our experiences onto others. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the show. I appreciate your…
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Contemplation Meditation
In this episode we will be using meditation to integrate contemplation into our every day lives. I hope that this meditation brings you peace and another tool to help you continue your journey. Please subscribe, rate, and review the show as well as share it with someone you feel could benefit....
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Using Contemplation for Healing
Today, we're delving into the transformative power of contemplation — a practice that allows us to harvest wisdom from the ordinary moments of our lives. Let's explore this together. Please share, rate, and review the show. Thank you so much for your support! Find me on Tiktok...
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Sitting With Your Emotions Meditation
This meditation is designed to help you make a beginning with your practice of sitting with your emotions. Find a comfortable place to practice where you won't be disturbed and do your best to relax into it. I hope it helps. Please rate, review, and subscribe. Thank you for your support. You can...
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Sitting With Our Emotions
Did you struggle with the concept of sitting with your emotions when you were first told to? I know I sure did. In this episode, we're diving into the practice of sitting with our emotions — a compassionate approach to feeling our way into healing and growth. Please rate, review, and subscribe to...
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Navigating Mental Health Meditation
In this episode we are going to integrate what we learned from the previous episode around having compassion for ourselves in the midst of mental health struggles. Thank you for supporting the show. Please subscribe, rate, and review the show.
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Facing Mental Health Challenges with Compassion
Healing is not always linear. Despite our best efforts, mental health challenges may persist, and that's okay. It's a part of the journey, not a reflection of our worth or efforts. In this episode we are going to talk about how to face these challenges and have compassion for ourselves as we do…
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Vunerability for Growth Meditation
Welcome back to another episode. Take a seat or lay down as we meditate on vulnerability to help us integrate this powerful tool in our journey of healing. Please consider rating and reviewing the show and becoming a supporter. I appreciate every ounce of support you give. Thank you!...
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Overcoming Fear of Vulnerability for Growth
Vulnerability – it's a word that often evokes discomfort and apprehension. Yet, embracing vulnerability is crucial for personal and emotional growth. In this episode, we'll explore why vulnerability is essential, how fear holds us back, and practical steps to overcome it.
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Meditation: Growth Mindset
To help integrate the previous episode, I have recorded a meditation for you. I hope that it assists you on your journey to cultivating a growth mindset. https://linktr.ee/BeyondtheGuruCoaching
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Growth Mindset
In this episode I talk about having a growth mindset through a trauma informed lens. Thank you for your continued support. Link to join groups and all of the things: https://linktr.ee/BeyondtheGuruCoaching
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Grounding Presence Meditation
As promised, here is this week's meditation that will help you ground into the present moment. Meditation is a practice that we have to keep at in order to see the benefits so please be kind to yourself. It's not always easy. Please share, rate, and review the show. Your support is greatly...
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It's Been Awhile, Here's an Update
Hello folks, I haven't been recording for awhile and I am finally back in the saddle. I'm giving an update...2023 was a year y'all! However as always I want to share my experieces briefly to help you navigate yours. Thank you for being a loyal listener even when your host has to take a break! I'm...
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Making Peace With Your Past
Today, we embark on a profound exploration — finding peace with our past. Let's delve into the art of healing and discover practical steps to embrace tranquility. WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BBHJmu3cs255veDEOjh99I Patreon (Offering Support for the podcast): patreon.com/TheSpot554…
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Rising Above Challenges
In today's episode, I want to send a wave of positivity and encouragement to each one of you who might be facing difficult situations. Life can be tough, but so are you. Let's dive into the uplifting journey of rising above challenges. Out of the Ashes WhatsApp Texting group:...
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Imperfect Meditation- Loving Ourselves
Join me for this imperfect meditation on loving ourselves. Sometimes it is hard to love ourselves. Take a break and tune in for just a bit and love on yourself. Thank you for your support. WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BBHJmu3cs255veDEOjh99I Patreon (Offering Support for the podcast):...
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Consent and Coercion, Let's Talk
Let's talk about consent, what it is and isn't and how we can ensure that we have informed consent from those we interact with as well as give it or revoke it when we need to. Thank you for tuning in and please rate and review the show in apple music! All of the links to interact with me and show...
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Imperfect Meditation
I have moved into creating meditations for those who struggle with it. Here we will follow a quick and imperfect practice that allows us to achieve our goal of meditating with kindness for ourselves. Thank you listening and your support. WhatsApp group:...
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Embracing Authenticity
In this episode I share with you something that we have been working on in my WhatsApp texting community...authenticity and what it looks like for us individually. I share some of the questions I'm posing to help people to be able to embody their authenticity fully. Please subscribe, rate, and...
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Overcoming Chronic Overwhelm
Today we're diving into a topic that many of us can relate to - chronic overwhelm. We all experience periods of stress and busyness in our lives, but for some, it can become a persistent state that feels impossible to escape. In this episode, we'll explore research-backed strategies that can help...
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Understanding Victimhood
In this episode I discuss victimhood and the mentality of victim blaming. Owning the truth that we have been victimized is very powerful in our healing journey. We do not stay in victimhood but speaking the truth of our experiences to a safe and trustworthy person can help us break out of this...
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Taking Imperfect Action for Healing
None of us are perfect and our journey toward healing isn't either. In this episode, I talk about taking the imperfect action that you don't feel like taking in order to get the results you want to get. Please rate and review the show in apple music if it helps you. Thank you for your support!...
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Boundaries: Your Guide to Healthy Relationships and Self-Care
Today, we're diving deep into a topic that is fundamental to our well-being and relationships: boundaries. Join me as we explore the concept of boundaries, why trauma survivors often struggle with them, and practical tips for navigating this essential terrain. WhatsApp group:...
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Trauma-Informed Therapy
Today, we're delving into a topic that can be a lifeline for trauma survivors: Trauma-Informed Therapy. Join me as we explore the importance of trauma-informed approaches in therapy and counseling, where safety and empowerment take center stage. WhatsApp group:...
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How Trauma Shapes Relationships
In this episode, we'll journey through the intricate ways trauma influences our connections, and more importantly, explore strategies to heal those relational wounds. Stay tuned till the end for a special call to action that brings us closer as a community. Need Coaching:...
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Overcoming Shame and Guilt
This episode is short, sweet, and to the point as it pertains to understanding shame and guilt. It is a good starting point on the journey to break the shackles that these emotions can have on our hearts and minds. Thank you for tuning in. Please rate and review the show with apple music and...
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Self Compassion on the Road to Healing
Self compassion is indispensable on the road to healing from what happened/did not happen to us. In this episode I talk about it and how we can incorporate it into our lives to be more authentically who we are. Thanks for listening. Please consider becoming a monthly supporter for just $4.99. I…
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The Nuance of Healing from Trauma
I often get asked "How do I heal from trauma?" & it is a difficult question to answer because there are as many different ways to heal as there are people who have experienced trauma. In this episode I talk about things you can do to aide your healing as well as give resources to help you on the...
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Why People Don't Leave Traumatic Situations
Today, I want to explore a topic that often perplexes and confuses us: why individuals choose to stay in traumatic situations. It's important to approach this topic with empathy and understanding, recognizing the multifaceted dynamics that can keep someone trapped in an unhealthy or abusive...
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Unveiling the Trauma of Emotional Neglect
Emotional neglect, although less visible than other forms of abuse, leaves lasting imprints on our well-being and sense of self. In this post, I invite you to explore the profound impact of emotional neglect, the challenges it presents, and the path towards healing and growth. Blog post:...
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The Trauma of Marginalization
In a world striving for inclusivity and equality, it is crucial to recognize the profound impact that marginalization can have on individuals. Marginalization refers to the systematic exclusion and discrimination faced by individuals based on their identities, such as race, gender, sexuality,...
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Nurturing Independence: A Journey Toward Healing Codependency
Today, I want to explore a topic that holds a significant place in my heart—codependency. It's a term often used to describe an unhealthy pattern of behavior where our self-worth becomes entangled with others, and our happiness is dependent on their approval or validation. This episode is for…
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The Power of Self Reflection
In this episode, I want to dive deep into a topic that has been transformative in my own life: self-reflection. This episode is a mirror, reflecting back your own experiences, emotions, and growth. So, let's take a moment to pause, breathe, and embark on a journey of self-discovery together. Join...
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Relationships and Trauma
So many of us struggle with relationships in general. Adding trauma and relationships together can complicate things in ways you might not think of. I am constantly seeing things on social media and television (when I do watch it) that could be the result of one or both partners having a…
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Trauma and the LGBTQIA+ Community
In this episode I talk about the impact of the harmful rhetoric behind the marginalization of people within the LGBTQIA+ community as well as what we can do when faced with it as a member of the community and a potential ally. It's pride month so let's talk about it! Blog post:...
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The Loneliness of Complex PTSD
Do you live with Complex PTSD and have this nagging loneliness that bothers you? You aren't alone, many of us while doing the work to heal and push through our diagnosis still have this feeling of emptiness that follows us around. It may gnaw at you constantly or be something you notice every…
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Healing Trauma and the Body
In this episode I talk about how our body is impacted by trauma and what we can do to begin listening to those messages as a guide to what needs healing. I also bring some clarity to the difference between emotions and feelings. Our body has messages that when listened to and taken within the...
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Trauma and the Brain
In this episode I talk about the basics of trauma(s) impact on the brain and how we can begin the work of healing our brain from what happened to us. Please rate the show if it is beneficial for you and share it with someone who you think will benefit too. Suggest an episode:...
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Meditation: I Struggle, What Can I Do? |S.3 Ep.8
Do you struggle with meditation? I did for quite some time until I discovered that meditation is not what I thought it was & quality of over quantity is what matters. In this episode I give some tips, define meditation, & give insight on things that have worked for me & will hopefully help you as...
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Tools & Tips (TNT) | The Breath
Tools & Tips or TNT 💣💥are short episodes designed to give you a powerful tool or tip to help you live your life intentionally. This episode covers the breath. I hope you enjoy! Please rate the show if it’s beneficial for you. Suggest episodes or say hi: [email protected] Read blog posts...
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Let’s Talk About Complex Trauma| S.3 Ep.6
Complex trauma is…complex. Give a listen as I talk about what it is & how you can support or get support for this very difficult diagnosis. Please rate the show if it’s beneficial for you. Suggest episodes or say hi: [email protected] Read blog posts for episodes:...
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Take Care of Yourself| S.3 Ep.5
A LOT is going on in America right now. This episode seeks to help you take care of you in the midst of all of the triggers around you. Please rate the show if it’s beneficial for you. Suggest episodes or say hi: [email protected] Read blog posts for episodes:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Practical guidance on how to recover from the things that have happened to you or didn't happen for you. Life is very complex. You don't have to stay stuck. You can live a fulfilling life right now. We will talk about trauma, what it is, and how it impacts our daily lives, as well as figure out what works for us. Please rate and share the show with a friend that can benefit.
HOSTED BY
Evangela Haley CTCP, CPRS
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