The Trauma Flavored Chapters

In this guest episode of TraumaFlavored Chapters, we’re joined by Nick TNT, a breath work facilitator, speaker, author, musician, and founder of Breath of Life Wellness.Together, we explore the power of breath work, the importance of men’s mental health, and what true healing can look like. Nick also shares a deeply personal story for the first time publicly, a story that will also be featured in his upcoming book!  You can also check out his new album Unburdened here on Spotify!Stay tuned until the end, where we share practical tips and questions to help men begin their healing journey. Whether you’re starting your own healing journey or supporting someone else, this episode is filled with hope, vulnerability, and powerful insights. Flavor Club! Nick’s flavor is watermelon, representing inspiration, fresh beginnings, and sweet, life-giving energy. My flavor is grapefruit, symbolizing transformation and breaking through those deep, pit-like feelings to discover growth on the other side.What’s your flavor? We want to connect with you. Share it in the comments or connect with me on Instagram @TheTraumaFlavoredChapters. We’d love to hear the meaning behind your flavor.

Everyone talks about doing more, being more productive, and staying busy. But what if it’s not about doing more at all?In this episode, I’m sharing why I believe intentionality matters more than doing more. We talk about slowing down, focusing on what truly matters, and choosing actions that align with your goals and values. At the end, I share some ways to be more intentional and the things that help me in my own life.Flavor Club! Comment down below or connect with me on instagram @The Trauma Flavored Chapters How are you feeling tell me your flavor! My flavor is Ginger and elderberry I’m feeling fresh and intentional! 

This is for the big hearted, big feeling people who’ve been called ‘too much.’ For most of my life, I felt that way too, until I embraced that part of me. This episode is for those who feel like they don’t fit in, or like they’re a bit too weird, or just too much! This week, we’re giving ourselves permission to share wildly and boldly, to express who we are fully, because that’s just who we are. And at the end of the episode, I’ll give you three helpful reminders to keep your ‘too much’ energy from turning into negativity no apologies needed! Flavor Club! I want to connect with you,how are you feeling today? Comment down below or DM me on Instagram @thetraumaflavorchapters and let me know. My flavor for this episode is ghost peppers super intense energy that encompasses the ‘too much’ in a positive way.

In this past chapter’s episode, I share my journey through chaos. The toxic cycles in relationships, habits, and ultimately, my own battle with drug and relationship abuse. After my mom passed away, I became addicted to the rush of chaos. But I also found a way out. If you’re caught in a cycle, whether in love, habits, or self-sabotage, I hope my story reminds you that it’s possible to break free and find fulfillment and ease within your life. And at the end of the episode, I give you the exact steps I took to break the chaos cycle so you can start choosing yourself, one step at a time.Flavor Club! This is a place for us to connect, and I would love to hear from you. My flavor for this episode is cherries. I used to not like cherries, but now they’re giving me a hint of change and shifting. What’s your flavor? I want to know! You can comment down below or DM me on Instagram @thetraumaflavorchapters. Let’s connect!

This week is a current chapters, I’m reflecting on the past couple of weeks especially after my birthday and how I realized just how important it is to express your desires. I talk about giving a voice to my inner child, unlearning old expectations, and discovering that it’s safe to ask for what I need. It’s okay to want to feel special and to ask for your desires, because your inner child is guiding you toward that feeling. I hope this sparks something in you as well.Flavor Club: What’s your flavor? I want to know! My flavor for this episode is raspberry white chocolate truffle it gives me a special spark and helps me feel like myself as I ask for what I want. Drop your flavor in the comments below or DM me on Instagram let’s connect!Instagram link https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

In this reflective episode of ‘Let’s Talk Death Days,’ I share my journey over the past nine years since my mom’s passing. I reflect on how I once honored this day with grief and how, over time, I’ve found new ways to heal and remember. I hope that, if you’re also facing an anniversary of a loved one, this episode offers you comfort and a reminder that you’re not alone in your journey.Flavor Club! Comment down below or DM me on Instagram what’s your flavor? I want to know how you’re doing today.  My flavor is red grape and maybe a bit of wine my mom loved red wine, and today, I’m feeling a little sweet and reflective. Instagram Link https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

In this current chapter’s episode, I talk about how Mother’s Day can be a really hard day, especially for someone like me who no longer has a mom physically here. For years, I avoided the day feeling jealousy, anger, asking ‘why me,’ and just overall grieving. But now, nine years later, I do enjoy the day. I celebrate these people those who are moms in my life, the family members, and friends who give me that motherly love. And I hope this can give you a different perspective a way to celebrate or see Mother’s Day differently. Let’s chat about it. Flavor Club! What’s your flavor today? Let’s connect comment down below or Dm me on instagram and tell me how you’re feeling. The flavor of this episode is a chai latte like a hug in a cup, full of warmth and comfortInstagram Link https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

In this episode, in this current chapter, I’ve been reflecting on my efforts not always feeling enough, and the blockages that come with that. I’ve been taking time to respect my past self and see the bigger picture, how all those efforts have brought me to where I am today. I hope this connects with you, especially if you’ve ever been in that place where you question if your efforts are enough. I’m right there with you.Flavor Club! I would love to hear your flavor! Join the Flavor Club! Comment or DM me on Instagram. The flavor of this episode is passion fruit, I feel a spark of excitement, a little fresh with new perspective, and overall passion as I share this with you Instagram link belowhttps://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

In this current chapter’s episode, I’m navigating a tough emotional period as I process old emotions tied to another layer of parent trauma. I’m not ready to share all the details yet, but for now, we explore exactly what avoidance productivity is, the habit of staying busy to avoid our feelings. I share how I’ve been falling into that. I also talk about the tools I’m using to slow down and step out of it. I hope you enjoy and learn from this episode. I love you!Welcome to the Flavor Club! My flavor for this episode is a dark, rich nitro cold brew full of heavy emotions, a subtle bitterness, and a lot of depth. Comment below what your flavor is!or DM me on Instagram( link below)https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrI would love to hear from you and know what your flavor is!Thank you for connecting with me I'll see you next week! 

In this lighthearted Part 2 of “Oh Good Grief,” we dive into the vibrant world of Cassie Spark, a beloved guest from the original episode. Today, we explore Cassie’s passions, how we met, and the beautiful friendship we share. It’s a fun, upbeat episode full of laughter and connection, plus there’s a surprise in store to add an extra bit of fun! If you haven’t yet, be sure to check out the original “Oh Good Grief” episode first or listen to them in either order.Flavor Club: We’d love to connect with you, what’s your flavor? This episode’s taste is like a hug from the past: nostalgic, sweet, and full of comfort. We can’t wait to hear from you comment below or DM me on Instagram ( Link Below)https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrTo connect with Cassie:Here’s her Instagram for a personal connectionhttps://www.instagram.com/snow_cassie?igsh=amkydmo5a2cxMG9q If you’re looking to connect with Cassie for dance, check out the link below for Mauidancecollective! https://www.instagram.com/mauidancecollective?igsh=OWNxMXV3OXY5aDJh

In this episode, we dive into grandparent loss, gaining a deeper understanding of Cassie’s family and the close connections that shaped her childhood. We get to know her on a more personal level, and we explore what it feels like to walk through the grief of losing  multiple grandparents, and in a short amount of time. This episode is for anyone who wants to better understand or is currently navigating this grief process. I hope it brings you connection and a greater sense of understandingFlavor Club!!! This episode’s flavor is Thin Mint, Lemonade, and Brown Sugar so sweet, refreshing and nostalgic. what’s your flavor? I’d love to hear from you, comment below or DM me on Instagram @ The Trauma Flavored Chapters (Link Below).https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrYou can connect with Cassie on Instagram @cassie_snow(Link Below )https://www.instagram.com/snow_cassie?igsh=amkydmo5a2cxMG9qIf you’re on Maui and want to drop into a  dance class with her, check out Maui Dance Collective on instagram! (Link Below) https://www.instagram.com/mauidancecollective?igsh=OWNxMXV3OXY5aDJhThank you so much for connecting with us we love you!

Welcome back! In this current chapter episode, I talk about what it means to redefine being alone. I share a little bit about leaving toxic relationships, learning how to really enjoy my own company, and falling in love with being single. I also open up about a frightening moment from this past week. And along the way, I offer simple steps to truly enjoy being alone small actions that help you see solitude as a gift, not a void. This flavor of the episode is like a dark roast coffee with a hint of honey bold, comforting, and full of warmth. Join me as I rediscover what it means to be alone, and how to embrace it fully.Flavor club!! Comment your flavor below I wanna know how you are feeling. You can also send it to be on instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Welcome back! This episode is our first guest episode with my best friend Lo Wolf. She is an amazing artist, musician, and just the brightest soul. This episode we talk passion, mommy trauma and what the process is like during grief. There is also hint of mixed berry flavors, I hope you love this episode as much as I do!Flavor Club! Comment below your flavor of the day, we wanna know! To personally message me your flavor you can connect with me on Instagram ( Link below)https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrTo connect with Lo Wolf you can follow her on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/lowolfsounds?igsh=MTlwbWQ3eGI0cnZ0eQ== You can also find her music in Spotify @ Lo Wolf. Go listener beautiful music!Thank you so much for listening to this episode we love you!

In this episode, I share how setting boundaries has been a challenge in this chapter of my life. How I’ve been shrinking myself to deliver them, and even silencing my own intuition to make others feel comfortable so I don’t have to fully express the boundary! My hope is that by sharing this, it helps you reflect on your own boundaries and feel a little less alone in the process.Welcome to the flavor club! Comment your flavor of the day or you can send it to me on instagram( Link below), I wanna know!https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Welcome back, this is Part 2 of Mommy Trauma. In this episode, I share the unfiltered journey of life after she was gone. A trigger warning: this episode dives into heavy topics, including drug use and suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised.! This episode is flavored with bittersweet grief, a hint of salted caramel, and a whole lot of love! Flavor club: Today my flavor is salted caramel, what’s your flavor of the day?! I wanna know! Comment below or you can Dm me on instagram (link below)https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrI can’t wait to connect with you! 

Welcome to the Mommy Trauma chapter. It is flavored with grief,  love, and even a hint of peppermint ice cream! Today, I’ll be talking about how I lost my mom and the deep impact it left on me. I’m ready to share this vulnerable chapter with you, and I hope it brings us closer together.  Join the flavor club and comment down below your flavor for today! To connect with me more follow my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrI wanna hear your stories, flavors and  fun facts!

Welcome back to the TraumaFlavored Chapters! Today, we explore how fear impacts our true authenticity and what steps we can take to move forward, releasing those fears so we can fully live in our true authenticity.  This chapter is flavored with a bit of fresh energy, peppermint bark, and a little fear! Comment below what blocks you may be having and share what your flavor is today!Follow my Instagram link is below, Dm me your flavor for this week and moment or just message me to connect!Thank you for listeninghttps://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Welcome to the Trauma Flavored Chapters! I’m so happy you’re here. In this intro episode, I’ll share with you what you can expect from the podcast and why I decided to start it. I’m so excited to let go of all the filters and truly connect with you. This intro is flavored with exciting energy, Junior mints, and bit of freshness. I can’t wait to hear what your flavors are and I’ll see you in the next episode!!Follow me on Instagram to connect, DM your flavor this week and stay updated!https://www.instagram.com/the.trauma.flavored.chapters?igsh=MTQ2MHBzczRiZ3BodA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr