Unmute with Priya: Finding Your Voice at Midlife

In this episode, I sit down with Diana Del Monte, an interspecies communicator, to explore what it really means to listen beyond words.Diana shares how a single moment with her cat shifted everything and opened her up to a form of communication most of us have been conditioned to ignore. We talk about intuition, the subtle ways information comes through, and how disconnected we’ve become from our natural ability to sense, feel, and understand what’s happening beyond language.This conversation goes far beyond animals. It’s about awareness, presence, and relearning how to trust what you’re picking up on internally. Diana also shares how animals mirror our emotional states, what they can teach us about ourselves, and how reconnecting to this level of communication can change the way we move through the world.Connect with Diana:Diana Delmonte/Animal Communication and Compassion for All Beings | Animal Communication and Healing

In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Echevarria-Honkomp, founder of MH Elite Marketing, to talk about what it really takes to build a business from the ground up and actually be seen in today’s digital space. Michelle shares how her journey through sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship led her to help businesses develop strategies that not only drive visibility but create real connection. Her approach goes beyond generic marketing tactics and focuses on helping brands stand out through authenticity, storytelling, and understanding the human behind the business.We also get into the mindset side of entrepreneurship: self-doubt, finding your voice, and learning to trust yourself even when you don’t feel ready. Michelle opens up about the realities of building a business as a woman, the importance of consistency, and why showing up matters more than chasing numbers. If you’ve been thinking about starting something of your own or feel stuck trying to grow what you’ve already built, this conversation is a reminder that you already have what you need, you just have to start.connect with Michelle: MH Elite MKTG

In this episode, I’m joined by Raisa Martinez, a certified Transcendental Meditation teacher with the David Lynch Foundation, to break down what meditation actually is and why it’s not one-size-fits-all.Raisa shares how this practice helped her regulate anxiety and shift from constantly reacting to life to responding with more awareness. We also talk about common misconceptions around meditation and why finding the right approach for your nervous system matters.If you’ve ever felt like meditation “doesn’t work” for you, this conversation might change how you see it.

In this episode, I’m joined by Andrea Jang, a senior real estate executive and the founder of PeriBloom (@peribloom.care), for a conversation that hits close to home for a lot of women.We talk about why so many high-achieving women put their health last and what it actually takes to change that. Andrea shares her personal experience advocating for her mother after a serious injury, and how that moment forced her to rethink what it means to speak up, set boundaries, and take your own wellbeing seriously.This conversation goes beyond surface-level self-care. We get into the real cost of constantly pushing, the pressure to perform, and how easily health becomes an afterthought until something forces it to the forefront. Andrea also shares the framework behind PeriBloom and how small, consistent shifts across mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, and supplementation can create meaningful change over time.

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, I’m talking with Krissie McMenamin, founder of RageHer, about something most of us were never allowed to feel or express… anger.We get into what actually happens when anger is suppressed for years and how it starts showing up in our bodies, our relationships, and the way we move through life. Chrissy shares her own journey of realizing she hadn’t integrated her anger, and how reconnecting with it led her to clarity, purpose, and ultimately creating RageHer.We talk about the cultural conditioning that teaches women to stay quiet, why anger often turns into people pleasing, passive aggression, or burnout, and what it looks like to actually feel anger without letting it control you.We also touch on midlife and how something shifts for many women where it becomes harder and harder to keep everything pushed down.This isn’t about exploding or losing control. It’s about learning how to listen to what your anger is trying to tell you and using it to speak up, set boundaries, and move toward the life you actually want.Join the movement:  Home

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, Priya talks with Cheryl Crawford, also known as Lady Inhale, about a completely different way of understanding breath, energy, and identity.Cheryl shares her work around what she calls “cosmic cense,” where breath becomes more than just air and starts to act as a bridge between the body, energy, and different layers of self. The conversation moves beyond traditional spirituality into something more experiential, blending breath, mantra, movement, and symbolic systems to explore how we reconnect with who we really are.They talk about shadow and light, how we hold tension and patterns in the body, and why so many people feel exhausted from suppressing parts of themselves. Cheryl also brings in her perspective on archetypes, energy, and the idea that we are constantly moving between different states of being, not just stuck in one identity.This is not a traditional “how-to” conversation. It’s an open, curious exploration of what it means to come back to your true self and experience something deeper than just the physical world.Wooo Hooo | Make Cosmic Cense With Cheryl Crawford

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, Priya sits down with Andrea Lepcio, founder of Mighty Fit, to talk about what it really means to be strong as we age.Andrea challenges a common belief that staying active is enough. She explains why activity and strength are not the same thing, and why building muscle becomes essential, especially in midlife and beyond. From bone health to energy levels to long-term independence, this conversation shifts the focus from looking fit to actually being capable in your everyday life.They also talk about how fitness needs to evolve as your body changes. What worked in your 30s may not work in your 40s and 50s, and pushing harder is not always the answer. Andrea shares a more sustainable approach that prioritizes awareness, consistency, and working with your body instead of against it.This episode is not about extremes or rigid routines. It is about building strength in a way that supports your life, so you can move, live, and age on your own terms.

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, Priya sits down with yoga teacher, author, and founder of Yoga Living, MaryBeth Tipton, for a deeply honest conversation about loss, healing, and what it really means to choose joy.MaryBeth shares her personal journey through profound grief and how yoga became more than just a physical practice. It became a way to reconnect with herself, process pain, and rebuild her life from the inside out. Her perspective challenges the idea that healing is linear and instead invites a more compassionate and realistic understanding of what it means to move forward.The conversation explores the difference between surviving and truly living, and why so many people stay stuck in patterns even after doing “the work.” MaryBeth also shares how living your practice off the mat is where real transformation happens, in everyday moments, relationships, and challenges.This episode is a reminder that joy is not something you wait for. It is something you choose, protect, and cultivate, even in the face of life’s hardest moments.  www.yogaliving.com Use CODE:  yogatrial for a free month!

In this episode, I’m joined by Vilmos Bond, founder of Wellness Next Step, to talk about something so many women over 40 are experiencing but not getting real answers about — perimenopause and menopause.Vilmos specializes in helping women 40+ who feel like their bodies suddenly stopped responding to everything that used to work. We talk about what’s actually happening with hormones during this transition, why the “just try harder” advice is failing women, and how strength training, recovery, and the right plan can completely change the experience.We also dive into brain fog, muscle loss, injury, burnout from overtraining, and the pressure women feel to push through symptoms while still running households, careers, and businesses. Vilmos shares how his wife’s journey led him to this work, what he’s seen help women regain energy and confidence, and why this stage of life doesn’t have to mean decline.If you’ve felt dismissed, confused, or like you don’t recognize your own body anymore, this conversation will remind you that you’re not crazy — and you’re not alone.Connect with Vilmos Bond:WellnessNextStep.com

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, I sit down with Jennifer Pressimone, clinical aromatherapist, holistic health educator, and CEO of GenSense. Jennifer shares her remarkable journey from being given just six months to live to rebuilding her health through natural remedies, essential oils, and a deeper understanding of how the body heals.We explore the true therapeutic value of clinical aromatherapy, how scent directly impacts the brain and emotional memory, and why many of the fragrances and products we use daily may actually be disrupting our hormones and overall health.Jennifer also explains how essential oils can support emotional healing, energy balance, and physical wellness when used properly and safely.If you’ve ever been curious about the deeper science behind aromatherapy—or you’re looking for natural tools to support your health—this conversation will open your eyes to the powerful connection between scent, memory, and healing.find out more about the ScentMap Method here. Custom Essential Oil Blends for Personalized Health | JennScents Aromatherapy

What happens when you stop caring what people think and finally start living for yourself?In this episode, I sit down with Sally and Kelly Jackson, also known as the Midlife Gals Gone Gray. What started as making each other laugh turned into a viral following of millions, simply by being unapologetically themselves.We talk about aging, grief, caregiving, and the unexpected freedom that comes in midlife. From taking care of their mother to spontaneously moving to Hawaii, their story is equal parts hilarious and deeply real.This conversation is about what shifts when you stop trying to get it right, stop performing, and start saying what you actually think.If you have ever felt like you are taking life too seriously or holding parts of yourself back, this episode is your permission slip to let go and laugh a little more.

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, I’m joined by Krystal Sanchez, founder of Live Well with Krystal and a nutrition consultant and health coach who supports women through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.We talk about why women need support outside of just medical appointments, the pressure to do everything perfectly, and how holistic health — sleep, stress, environment, relationships, and joy — plays a critical role in how women experience motherhood and hormonal transitions.Krystal shares how motherhood can cause women to lose themselves, why perfection is actually harmful to health, and how reconnecting with joy and intuition can change the entire journey.If you’re navigating fertility challenges, postpartum recovery, hormonal changes, or simply feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from yourself, this conversation will remind you that you don’t have to do it alone — and you don’t have to be perfect.Connect with Krystal: Live Well With Krystal

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, I’m joined by Dr. Meher Chahal — a former psychiatry resident who made the courageous decision to walk away from Western medicine to explore healing at the root.We talk about inherited trauma, ancestral patterns, and the invisible stories we carry that shape our lives. Dr. Chahal shares her journey from practicing psychiatry to discovering Family Constellations work, and why she believes true healing goes beyond symptom management.If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying something that isn’t yours…questioning everything you were taught about success, identity, or family…or sensing that your healing needs to go deeper — this conversation is for you.We also discuss her book Unlicensed Medicine and how understanding your lineage can change the way you understand yourself.Get your copy of the book here: Unlicensed Medicine: Releasing Ancestral Trauma and Unleashing the Power of your Lineage

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, I sit down with Farla Efros, a Fortune 500 turnaround strategist whose life changed in an instant when she received a diagnosis of aggressive cancer during a client call.Instead of approaching her diagnosis like most patients, Farla approached it the way she had spent decades fixing struggling companies — with strategy, organization, and a willingness to question everything. She stepped into the role of becoming the CEO of her own health.We talk about advocating for yourself inside the medical system, why so many people give their power away after a diagnosis, and how reclaiming agency can completely change the healing journey.Farla’s upcoming book, F*ck Cancer: Commanding Your Comeback When Your Body Has Turned on You, will be released March 24.“Fuck Cancer” by Farla Efros

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, Priya sits down with Robin Goad—a powerhouse technology executive at Amazon Web Services, speaker, coach, mother, grandmother, and brand-new author of Girl by Birth, Woman by Fire.Robin shares the real story behind her title (including the 3:30am “download” that landed it), and what it means to become the woman you were meant to be—especially when midlife, menopause, and career pressure collide. Priya and Robin talk about the hidden ways women learn to perform, over-function, and “hold it all together,” and the turning points that force you to stop pretending everything is fine.They also get practical: Robin breaks down why corporate America is a game with rules most women were never taught—and how to win without losing yourself. You’ll hear about identifying your superpower, creating a clear career narrative, setting boundaries that protect your nervous system, and building financial confidence one step at a time.If you’ve been feeling stuck, overlooked, exhausted, or caught in the cycle of proving yourself—this conversation is your reminder that you can rewrite the story, refine in the fire, and come out clearer, stronger, and more you.Connect with Robin:Website: therealrobingoad.comBook a free “Superpower Session” (30 min): therealrobingoad.comBook: Girl by Birth, Woman by Fire (available on Amazon, Walmart, and Barnes & Noble)

For decades, women have been told that weight is a willpower problem — that if they just tried harder, ate less, or exercised more, everything would change. But what if that narrative was never true to begin with?In this powerful and deeply validating conversation, Priya sits down with Dr. Laurie DeMattia, an obesity medicine and family medicine physician with over 20 years of experience helping women understand their bodies without shame or self-blame. Drawing from both her clinical expertise and her own lived experience with binge eating disorder and weight stigma, Dr. DeMattia dismantles the myth that willpower is the answer — and explains why physiology, hormones, trauma, and life stage all play a role.Together, they explore the hidden impact of childhood dieting, the guilt-shame cycle that keeps women stuck, the intense pressure around thinness, and what really happens during perimenopause when the body suddenly stops responding the way it used to. Dr. DeMattia also introduces her CHEF Framework — a compassionate, science-based way to understand cravings, hunger, energy, and fullness without judgment.Connect with Dr. DeMattiahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/laure-demattia-do-72a44713/Navigating Obesity with Dr. D

What happens when your voice is taken from you so slowly that one day you don’t recognize yourself anymore?In this powerful conversation, Priya sits down with Dr. Karolina James, founder of Echo No More Coaching, to talk about the invisible realities of narcissistic abuse—emotional manipulation, gaslighting, spiritual abuse, financial abuse, and the long-term identity erosion that can happen behind closed doors.Dr. James shares her personal story of surviving a covert narcissistic marriage and the moment everything changed: when she saw those same patterns beginning to target her child. Together, they unpack what narcissism actually is (and why people minimize it), why “just leave” is the least helpful advice, and how abuse often continues even after separation—especially when court systems and co-parenting are involved.This episode is about reclaiming your reality, rebuilding your identity, and taking practical steps to unmute your voice again—one decision at a time. Dr. James also shares why documentation and journaling can be a lifeline when your perception of reality has been distorted, and what it really takes to create a strategy for healing and freedom.Learn more about Dr. Karolina James and take her quiz:Website: Echo No More Coaching | Healing from Narcissistic Abuse & Reclaiming Your Voice

Heartbreak doesn’t just end a relationship — it can unravel your sense of identity, your future plans, and the version of yourself you thought you were becoming.In this episode, Priya sits down with breakup coach Sarah Curnoles, founder of Over It and Onward, to talk about what it really takes to rebuild after a breakup — not by rushing to “move on,” but by reconnecting with yourself.Sarah shares her personal story of loss, the grief of losing an imagined future, and why time alone doesn’t heal heartbreak. Together, they explore the pressure to get over it, the myth of closure, how toxic relationships disconnect you from your intuition, and why healing requires turning inward — not chasing answers from an ex.This conversation is for anyone navigating the messy middle after a breakup, learning to trust themselves again, and discovering that heartbreak can become a powerful doorway back to who you really are.If you’ve ever wondered, “Who am I now?” — this episode will meet you exactly where you are.Over It and Onward — Sarah Curnoles Life Coach Baltimore Maryland

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, Priya Sudarsanam sits down with Riya Loveguard — light language activator, spiritual guide, and teacher of multidimensional communication — for a powerful conversation about expression, awakening, and what it truly means to unmute your soul’s voice.Riya shares her journey from running a conventional business to stepping into spiritual alignment after a devastating collapse during the pandemic forced her to rebuild her life from the ground up. What began as a hidden ability she kept private for years eventually became her life’s work, helping thousands reconnect with their innate energetic expression and inner truth.Together, Priya and Riya explore:What light language is beyond common misconceptionsHow sound, frequency, and vibration can activate deep internal shiftsWhy many women experience awakenings during midlife transitionsThe role of loss, destruction, and identity change in spiritual growthHow reclaiming your voice can transform both life and businessWhy courage — not certainty — is what allows you to step into your true selfRiya also shares how light language can be expressed through sound, writing, and energy, and how reconnecting with your authentic voice can create ripple effects across every area of life.Connect with Riya LoveguardWebsite: Riya Loveguard Light Language | Starseed Activation | 5D BusinessInstagram: Riya Loveguard | Light Language & Business Metaphysics (@superstarseed) • Instagram profile@superstarseed)

Priya Sudarsanam talks with Dr. Sage Breslin on Narcissistic Abuse, Stockholm Syndrome, and Reclaiming Your Soul.Episode 7 of Unmute with Priya, Priya Sudarsanam sits down with Dr. Sage Breslin, trauma psychologist and creator of the Rose System, for a powerful and clarifying conversation about narcissistic relationships—and why so many strong, capable people slowly lose themselves inside them.Together, they unpack why “just leave” is not only unhelpful, but deeply misunderstanding what’s actually happening in the nervous system and psyche. Dr. Breslin explains Stockholm syndrome in relationships, how your reality can be rewritten for survival, and why empaths, intuitives, and “old souls” are often targeted.This episode explores:How narcissistic abuse decimates identity over timeWhy smart, high-achieving people still get trappedHow shame and self-blame keep people stuckWhat it means to put your soul into “safekeeping”—and how to retrieve itWhy healing isn’t about getting over it, but getting into itHow to reclaim sovereignty, intuition, and your voice againIf you’ve ever asked yourself “How did I get here?” or felt muted, confused, or disconnected after a relationship, this episode is a reminder of one essential truth:It’s not your fault—and you are not broken.

— Awakening, Grief, & the Healing Power of SoundIn this episode of Unmute with Priya, Priya Sudarsanam sits down with Marcie Dean, founder of Love Evolve Music, to explore how profound loss became a gateway to healing through sound.After experiencing multiple life-altering losses, Marcie was guided toward creating frequency-based music that supports nervous system regulation, grief, and deep emotional healing. With no formal music training but decades of systems thinking and intuitive insight, her work bridges science, spirituality, and lived experience.This conversation explores midlife awakening, soul connection, the nervous system, and what becomes possible when we unmute our inner voice and trust the guidance we’re receiving.

What happens when you get diagnosed with ADHD at 50… and realize your life is actually just beginning at 64?In this episode, I’m joined by Ruth Danoff—business owner, author, and midlife reinvention expert—who shares what it really looks like to unmask later in life. We talk about the shame and pressure so many women carry for decades, the grief that can crack you open, and why a “spiritual awakening” isn’t about floating in the ethers—it’s about doing the internal healing work.Ruth opens up about:Late-diagnosed ADHD in women—and the baggage that comes with itWhy unmasking can feel terrifying (and freeing) at the same timeWhat midlife reinvention actually looks like after menopauseHow she left the corporate world for good and started again—on her termsHer message for neurotypical people: interrupting can mean engagement, not disrespectAnd yes… her newest mission: Arctic Undies—cooling underwear designed to bring real relief (because “suffering in silence” is done)If you’ve ever felt “too much,” behind, or like you missed your chance—this episode is your reminder: it’s not too late.🔗 Connect with Ruth + book a call: www.notruthless.com📩 Arctic Undies / funding inquiries: [email protected]

In this powerful episode, Priya speaks with author and speaker Octavia Floyd, creator of the faith-based workbook Toxicity to Thriving. Octavia shares her personal journey of surrender, healing, and transformation after walking through job loss and inner battles with fear, loneliness, and self-doubt.Together, they explore what it really means to move from toxic patterns into a thriving mindset — not through внешние success or material gains, but through inner healing, forgiveness, faith, and self-worth. Octavia opens up about how learning her value, protecting her peace, and trusting God completely shifted her life, her relationships, and her future.This episode is for the woman who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged — and needs a reminder that her pain is not in vain, her breakthrough is possible, and her story is still being written.

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, host Priya Sudarsanam talks with Debbie Peterson and Wendy Bright-Fallon, owners of Nourish Coaches, about women’s health and wellness in midlife. They dive deep into personalized nutrition, perimenopause, and the power of self-awareness—sharing insights on their Nourish “Five Foundations of Health,” why health is simple but not easy, and how mindset plays a crucial role in feeling better. Debbie and Wendy also discuss their own health journeys, their individualized coaching style, and how they help women rebuild confidence and resilience from the inside out.Tune in to learn why women don’t have to “just accept” feeling worse as they age, how small habit changes can shift everything, and what it really means to feel fully supported in your wellness journey.

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, host Priya Sudarsanam talks with Mary Tate, a board-certified health coach who helps women care for their mind, body, and spirit through a faith-based approach to wellness. Mary shares how her journey began while helping her son with ADHD, which led her to discover the power of food, movement, and faith in healing. Now, she supports women navigating menopause and midlife by blending nutrition, strength training, and biblical wisdom—teaching them to care for their bodies as the sacred vessels they are.Mary opens up about the misconceptions around health and menopause, why “doing it all” doesn’t work, and how compassion, grace, and a deeper connection to God can guide lasting transformation. Tune in to hear her inspiring stories, practical tips for midlife wellness, and how faith can be the missing piece in your journey to feeling your best—inside and out.

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, host Priya Sudarsanam talks with Odemaris Mendoza—a lifelong educator turned storyteller—about her debut novel, The Gifts of El Jíbaro, and the heartbeat of Puerto Rican culture that inspired it. They dive deep into honoring heritage through story, sharing insights on who the jíbaro are and why their values matter, the overlooked legacy of Taíno language and traditions, and how she crafted an inviting, culture-rich novel—with a helpful on-page glossary for readers, plus recipes drawn from island life. Odemaris also discusses the promise she made to honor her father, the three-year writing journey from “first chapter jitters” to publication, and the classroom-tested ways she sparks curiosity in readers of all ages—along with candid advice for midlife creatives to “be bold” and start. Tune in to learn how memory becomes meaning on the page and what it takes to bring an island’s spirit—and its people—fully to life.www.odemaris-mendoza.compurchase the book here: https://a.co/d/10v644iIG: @odemarism

In this episode of Unmute with Priya, host Priya Sudarsanam talks with Angel Cordova, owner of Somatic Breathwork, about how somatic breathwork supports deep healing and nervous system regulation. They dive deep into what somatic breathwork is and how it works—sharing insights on releasing stored trauma (big “T” and little “t”), reprogramming subconscious patterns, and Angel’s 9D multi-dimensional sound method (headphones + eye mask + safe container) for a fully immersive, private journey. Angel also discusses her personal path from 30 years as a dental hygienist through a painful divorce to becoming a facilitator, plus client transformations—from long-term depression relief to calmer, more empowered daily living—and offers grounded advice for anyone in transition or exploring breathwork from a faith-based background. Tune in to learn how your breath can be the “remote control” for your nervous system, why integration and mindset coaching matter, and simple ways to begin a regulated, authentic life.