Soulmates And Suitcases

MICHAEL DOVE – Awakening to the Truth Within YouSoulmates & Suitcases | Season 2 – Episode 18What if awakening isn’t about becoming someone new...but remembering who you already are?In this powerful conversation, Lisa and Scott sit down with Michael Dove - spiritual teacher, humanitarian, and founder of the Deep Soul Awakening Community.After years in India studying spiritual traditions and serving on the Ganges, Michael shares how to reconnect with your inner voice, trust your intuition, and break free from patterns that keep you stuck.This episode is about clarity, purpose, and learning how to trust yourself again.Because sometimes...the answers you’re searching forare already within you.In this episode:How to trust your intuition and inner voiceWhy you feel stuck and how to shift itWhat real spiritual awakening looks like in everyday lifeHow past patterns shape your decisionsSimple ways to reconnect with your true selfWhy this matters:If you feel lost, stuck, or unsure of your path...this conversation will help you reconnect with clarity, confidence, and purpose.Learn more about Michael Dove:https://deep-soul-rise.base44.app/LandingWatch more episodes:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrearleys/podcastsListen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/18ylZP0crUfncbAgkC82C0?si=uE6qUkO7SC-nPf_trc2ZcwConnect with Lisa and Scott:https://forwardwalkingchoices.comQuestion for you:When was the last time you truly trusted yourself?

PHILIPP KOBALD – Raising Children Who Stay Real in an Artificial AgeSoulmates & Suitcases | Season 2 – Episode 17What if the biggest threat to childhood today…is not danger outside the home—but disconnection inside it?What happens when children are surrounded by screens, stimulation, pressure, and artificial connection… but slowly lose touch with nature, resilience, trust, and what feels real?In this bold, thought-provoking, and refreshingly honest conversation, Lisa and Scott sit down with Philipp Kobald — author, entrepreneur, meditation teacher, and founder of HolisticCircle.With over 30 years of meditation experience and a life built across business, creativity, and personal growth, Philipp shares why modern parenting needs less perfection… and more presence.This episode explores what children actually learn from us…why modeling matters more than lectures…and how to raise kids who stay human in a world becoming increasingly artificial.Because sometimes…the greatest gift we give our children is not control—it is truth, steadiness, and connection.In this episode:• Why children copy what parents live more than what parents say• How screens and overstimulation can dull emotional presence• The importance of nature, rituals, movement, and real experiences• Why labels can sometimes limit growth• How to build trust so your child comes to you first• Parenting through consistency instead of guilt or perfection• Why boredom may be healthier than we think• How parents can stay grounded while raising grounded childrenWhy this matters:If parenting feels harder than ever…If you worry technology is replacing connection…If you want to raise strong children without losing yourself in the process…This conversation will meet you there.Because raising children is not about controlling every outcome.It is about creating an environment where truth, trust, and character can grow.🎥 Watch on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrearleys/podcasts🎧 Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/18ylZP0crUfncbAgkC82C0?si=uE6qUkO7SC-nPf_trc2Zcw🌐 Philipp Kobald / HolisticCircle:https://holisticcircle.org📘 Philipp’s Book:https://holisticcircle.org/blogs/book/spiritual-parenting-by-podcaster-philipp-kobald-raising-children-who-stay-real-in-an-artificial-age🌐 Connect with Lisa & Scott:https://forwardwalkingchoices.comA question for you:What are your children learning from the way you live… that words could never teach?

MIXTAPE - He Told the Truth Most People Are Afraid to Look At... | Rewriting Your Story – Johnzelle AndersonSoulmates & Suitcases | Season 2 – Episode XXWhat if the story you have been living...was built from survival, not truth?What if parts of your identity were shaped by pain, silence, or expectations that were never yours to carry?In this raw, honest, and deeply human conversation, Lisa and Scott sit down with therapist and storyteller Johnzelle Anderson to explore identity, race, healing, and what it really takes to rewrite your life from the inside out.Born to a white mother from Michigan and a Black father from Sierra Leone, West Africa, Johnzelle's life has always been a kind of mixtape - a blending of cultures, contradictions, and lived experiences. But behind that story is a deeper truth... growing up mixed race in 1990s Virginia, navigating abuse, neglect, racism, and the search for belonging in a world that often made him feel like an outsider everywhere.And yet - this is not a story about staying stuck.It is about awareness. Growth. Choice.It is about becoming the man, and the father, who does things differently.Including one of the most meaningful moments in this episode...a special appearance from his daughter, Maya-Jane - the person he dedicated his book to.A reminder that the work we do on ourselves does not end with us.Because sometimes...healing is not about erasing your past - it is about finally understanding it.In this episode:What it is like to grow up between identities and how that shapes your sense of selfHow trauma, racism, and family dynamics quietly influence your beliefs and patternsThe shift that happens when you gain real self-awarenessFinding your people and discovering your worth along the wayChoosing differently as a parent, even while still doing your own inner workLiving with anxiety honestly, even naming and facing it head-onWhy this mattersIf you have ever felt like you do not fully belong...If you are trying to grow while still carrying pieces of your past...If you want to understand yourself on a deeper level without pretending everything is fine...This conversation will meet you there.Because growth is not about becoming someone new.It is about telling yourself the truth about who you have been and choosing what comes next.About JohnzelleJohnzelle Anderson is a licensed therapist and storyteller who believes in the power of stories to heal, challenge, and transform. His work explores mental health, race, relationships, and identity with honesty, depth, and humanity. He is also an avid reader (around 100 books a year) and a father intentionally creating a different path forward for his daughter.Website: https://johnzelle.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnzelle_Featured Work - Mixtape: A MemoirA raw, lyrical coming-of-age story told in tracks instead of chapters, blending music, memory, and meaning. It is a story about the sound and silence of survival, and the rhythms that carry us home.Order here: https://johnzelle.coSupport the PodcastLike - Share - SubscribeConnect with Lisa and Scotthttps://forwardwalkingchoices.comA question for you:What parts of your story are shaping you that you have never stopped to question?

The Disrespect Was So Loud… | Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse – Jodi PavlockSoulmates & Suitcases | Season 2 – Episode 15What happens when love feels powerful…but something inside you knows it’s not right?What if the connection keeps pulling you back…even when it’s slowly breaking you?And what if the truth is—you can’t heal in a relationship that requires you to abandon yourself?In this honest and deeply personal conversation, Lisa and Scott sit down with Jodi Pavlock, who shares her experience navigating narcissistic relationships, emotional manipulation, and the cycle that keeps so many people stuck.This isn’t just a conversation about toxic relationships.It’s about self-awareness, self-respect, and the moment you begin to choose yourself.Because sometimes…✨ when the disrespect becomes undeniable… everything begins to change.🎧 In this episode:• The reality behind narcissistic relationships• Trauma bonding and emotional dependency• Why love alone is not enough• Recognizing the moment it’s time to walk away• Reclaiming your voice and your self-worth❤️ Why this mattersIf you’ve ever questioned what you’re feeling…or stayed longer than you knew you should…This conversation will meet you there—and remind you that you can choose differently.🌟 Connect with Jodi🌐 https://www.jodilynnpavlock.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/jodipavlock📘 https://www.facebook.com/jodilynnpavlock👉 Support the survivor community:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18kAB63p11/🔔 Support the PodcastLike • Share • Subscribe🌿 Connect with Lisa & Scotthttps://forwardwalkingchoices.com✨ A question for you:What changes… when you stop abandoning yourself?

Here’s a Spotify-optimized version—slightly tighter, smoother flow, and designed for listening platforms:From Imagination to Impact… What If Your “Boring Life” Was Actually Your Superpower?Soulmates & Suitcases | Season 2 – Episode 14What if the stories in your head… weren’t just distractions—but the beginning of something real?In this episode, Lisa and Scott sit down with Neo ShadowFall, a 19-year-old author who is proving that you don’t need a traditional path to start creating something meaningful.No formal training.Hardly any reading background.Just imagination, life experience, and the willingness to try.Neo shares how boredom became the birthplace of his ideas, how fear shows up in both his life and his writing, and what it looks like to take action before you feel fully ready.This conversation goes beyond writing.It’s about identity, growth, and challenging the story you tell yourself about who you are.Because sometimes…the life you think is small or uneventful is actually where everything begins.In this episode, we talk about:Turning “boredom” into creativity and purposeStarting before you feel confident or qualifiedFacing fear and using it as fuel instead of a barrierHow your inner world shapes what you createLearning through failure instead of avoiding itLetting go of labels like “I’m not good at this”Why this matters:If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or like you’re not doing enough…this episode is a reminder that growth doesn’t come from having it all figured out.It comes from starting anyway.About Neo ShadowFall:Neo is a 19-year-old fantasy author who creates stories based on imagination and personal experience rather than traditional influences. His work explores fear, transformation, and the blurred line between hero and villain, while he continues to grow and discover his own voice through writing.Featured book:Chamber of Horrors: Season One – Project Phoboshttps://bookshop.org/p/books/chamber-of-horrors-season-one-project-phobos-tales-by-death-neo-shadowfall/7a8016b795bb3368?ean=9798233229602&next=t&digital=tFree ebooks:https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1991356https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/2003491YouTube:https://youtube.com/@xploringwiththewatcher?si=JKenuOXkXJbOfXu6Neo shared after the episode:“I had a great time and would love to come back. Thank you for the opportunity.”A question to reflect on:What might change…if you stopped waiting to feel ready—and just began?Connect with Lisa & Scott:Website: https://forwardwalkingchoices.comBooks & Resources: https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors

Holding It All Together… While Falling Apart Inside | Learning to Say “I’m Not Okay” – Paul GehringSoulmates & Suitcases | Season 2 – Episode 13What happens when life doesn’t just test you once…but keeps hitting you again and again?And what if the strongest thing you could ever say…is “I’m not okay”?In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, Lisa and Scott sit down with Paul Gehring—author, husband, and father of four—who shares what it truly looks like to be the one holding everything together… while quietly falling apart inside.From his wife’s multiple open-heart surgeries…to a life-altering stroke…to navigating the pressure of being the caretaker, provider, and “strong one”…Paul opens up about the reality so many people live—but rarely talk about.This episode goes beyond hardship.It’s about honesty.It’s about breaking.It’s about finally allowing yourself to be human.Because sometimes…✨ the moment you admit you’re not okay… is the moment everything begins to shift.🎧 In this episode, we explore:• The emotional weight of being “the strong one”• Feeling alone—even when you’re surrounded by support• How depression distorts reality and isolates us• The life-saving power of opening up and talking• Breaking generational cycles through vulnerability• Teaching emotional awareness to the next generation❤️ Why this mattersIf you’ve ever felt like you have to hold it all together…If you’ve buried your feelings just to get through the day…If you’ve believed no one could understand what you’re carrying…This conversation will meet you there.And remind you—you were never meant to carry it alone.🌟 About Paul & His WorkPaul Gehring is an author and mental health advocate who shares his lived experiences with trauma, caregiving, anxiety, and depression to help others feel seen, heard, and less alone.His books were born from healing—not perfection—and are meant to start the conversations many of us avoid.📘 Scars You Can’t See📗 The Courage to Say I’m Not Okay👉 Connect with Paul:Email: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/paul.gehring.3/🔔 Support the PodcastIf this episode resonates:👍 Follow the show💬 Share your biggest takeaway📤 Send it to someone who needs this⭐ Leave a rating—it helps more than you know🌿 Connect with Lisa & ScottWebsite: https://forwardwalkingchoices.comBooks & Resources: https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors✨ A question for you:What would change in your life…if you gave yourself permission to say, “I’m not okay”… and meant it?

🎙️ From Breakdown to Unbreakable LightTrusting Your Voice & Awakening Your Truth – Carrie CorcoranSoulmates & Suitcases | Season 2 – Episode 12What if the moment that broke you… wasn’t meant to end you—but to wake you up?And what if the voice you’ve doubted, quieted, or pushed aside… is actually the one trying to guide you back to who you really are?In this deeply honest and expansive conversation, Lisa and Scott sit down with Carrie Corcoran to explore what it truly means to unravel—and rebuild from a place of truth.This episode isn’t just about resilience.It’s about identity.It’s about awakening.It’s about the courage it takes to stop living a life that looks right… and start listening to what feels right.From a 20-year marriage to a complete personal transformation…From corporate leadership to stepping fully into her voice on stage…From breaking moments to creating her movement Unbreakable Light…Carrie shares what happens when life asks you to let go of everything familiar—and trust something you can’t always explain.Because sometimes…✨ the breaking isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of who you were always meant to become.🎧 In this episode, we explore:What a real spiritual awakening can feel like (beyond the surface)The moment you realize you can no longer be a version of yourself that isn’t trueHow to trust your intuition—even when it doesn’t make logical senseThe connection between breaking, healing, and personal truthWhy your voice may be your greatest gift—and your greatest responsibility🌟 Carrie Corcoran is a global keynote speaker on resilience, known for her powerful and deeply human storytelling. Through her work and her movement Unbreakable Light, she invites others to reconnect with their inner strength, trust their voice, and live with courage.Connect with Carrie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarrieTulsaTimeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/employerbrandingleader/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carriecaresebconsulting❤️ Why this mattersIf you’ve ever felt your life shifting—and couldn’t explain why…If you’ve outgrown a version of yourself but didn’t know what comes next…If there’s a quiet (or loud) pull inside you toward something more honest…This conversation will meet you there.🌿 Support the PodcastIf this episode resonates, follow Soulmates & Suitcases on Spotify and share it with someone who needs to hear this message.Connect with Lisa & Scott:Website: https://forwardwalkingchoices.comBooks & Resources: https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors✨ A question for you:What part of your life is asking you to stop performing… and start telling the truth?

From Playing Music to Finding Purpose | The Shift That Changes EverythingHow do you turn creativity into real purpose?Lisa and Scott sit down with Ian Beaty of Honeybear, the Band to explore the shift from playing music to creating with meaning, authenticity, and impact. A powerful conversation on purpose, identity, and expressing what truly matters.Together, they explore the shift from creating for enjoyment… to creating with intention, depth, and truth.From humble outdoor jam sessions during the pandemic to becoming a rising name in soul, blues, and roots music, Ian shares what it means to create something that truly connects—with yourself and with others.This episode goes beyond music. It’s about:Finding purpose in your passionLetting go of performance and stepping into authenticityUnderstanding that sometimes… it’s not what you play, but what you leave outWriting, creating, and living in a way that actually means somethingFeaturing insights on songwriting, creativity, and the story behind Honeybear, this conversation is for anyone who has ever wondered if what they’re doing really matters—and how to make it matter more.🎶 Featuring the single “Unbroken” — a quiet anthem to resilience blending soul, blues, and modern influence.If you’re on a journey of growth, purpose, or creative expression… this episode will meet you there.

Soulmates & Suitcases | Season 2 – Episode 10 Radical Ownership in Relationships with Chad TaylorWhat if the biggest problem in your relationship… isn’t your partner?What if it’s a pattern you don’t yet see?In this honest and thought-provoking episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, Lisa and Scott sit down with Australian psychotherapist, author, and podcaster Chad Taylor.Chad, author of It’s You, Oh Fuck, It’s ME, challenges the common belief that relationship problems are mostly about the other person. Instead, he invites us to look inward at the unconscious patterns, projections, and behaviours that quietly sabotage intimacy.Together, Lisa, Scott, and Chad explore:• Why personal growth is cyclical, not linear• The difference between awareness and responsibility• How projection shows up in relationships• Why many people seek validation instead of transformation in therapy• The tension between love and desire• How addiction, recovery, and honesty shape relationships• Why relationships often act as mirrors for our own patternsAt the heart of this conversation is a simple but powerful shift:Instead of asking“Why are you like this?”What if we asked ourselves“How can I love you today?”✨ Stay until the end — Chad shares a simple “Making Love Challenge” that may change the way you approach intimacy.Connect with Chad Taylor🌐 https://chadtaylorpsychotherapy.com.au📸 Instagram: @chadtaylor.itsyou🎙 Podcasts• Conversations for Conscious Relationships• It’s You, Oh Fuck, It’s ME — In Session with a PsychotherapistConnect with Lisa & Scott🌐 https://forwardwalkingchoices.com📚 Books• A Year of Love• Six Months of Love• My Perfect Storm👉 eBookshttps://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors#SoulmatesAndSuitcases#ChadTaylor#ConsciousRelationships#RelationshipGrowth#ForwardWalkingChoices#LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley

God Is in My Calendar: Choosing Recovery Every DaySeason 2 | Episode 9What does long-term sobriety actually look like?In this powerful episode, Lisa and Scott sit down with Janice Mulligan — retired U.S. Marine Veteran, author, speaker, and mom of five — to talk about what it truly means to choose recovery every single day.With over 18 years of sobriety, Janice shares her journey from letting alcohol make the decisions… to building a life grounded in faith, discipline, and personal responsibility.She opens up about:• Healing the inner child while staying sober• Living with chronic pain without narcotics• Running as meditation• The strength it takes to ask for help• Why recovery isn’t a moment — it’s a daily commitmentJanice says, “God is in my calendar.”For her, sobriety isn’t about restriction. It’s about freedom.If you or someone you love is navigating addiction, grief, or personal transformation, this conversation offers honesty, hope, and practical wisdom.Connect with Janice:www.sobrietyrocks365.com📞 1-760-583-8208Connect with Lisa & Scott:https://forwardwalkingchoices.comIf you’d like, I can also give you a 1–2 sentence ultra-short version for Apple Podcasts, since that platform favors even tighter summaries.God Is in My Calendar: Choosing Recovery Every Day

Andre Lam & Summer Bozohora | Soulmates & Suitcases – Season 2 Conscious Communication, Shadow Work & Relationship HealingHow do you create emotional freedom inside your relationship?In this transformative episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, Lisa and Scott sit down with relational coaches Andre Lam and Summer Bozohora to explore conscious communication, shadow work, emotional intelligence, and trauma healing in relationships.Blending Positive Intelligence (saboteur patterns) with Nonviolent Communication principles, Andre and Summer share how self-awareness, accountability, and embodied communication create powerful shifts in couples, families, and communities.With over 32 years of combined experience in coaching, mediation, and transformational facilitation, they teach that:• Emotions are data, not directives• Triggers are mirrors for inner healing• Shadow work transforms conflict• Trauma patterns replay until we interrupt them• Personal responsibility creates relational freedom• Men’s work and women’s work deepen conscious partnership• Healing yourself impacts your communitySummer shares her journey through soul-level healing, Akashic exploration, and discovering innate divine intelligence.Andre speaks openly about breaking unhealthy relational patterns, moving beyond “happy wife, happy life,” and how men’s work and self-empowerment helped him rebuild from a personal breaking point.Together, they believe we are in a time of collective conscious healing — and that relationships are the training ground for raising human consciousness.If you're interested in:• Relationship growth• Conscious partnership• Emotional mastery• Couples transformation• Healing trauma in relationships• Self-development and personal responsibility• Positive Intelligence and Nonviolent CommunicationThis episode will expand how you see conflict, connection, and communication.Core Message:Freedom from emotional and mental reactivity begins with self-awareness.Conscious communication changes everything.

Release is a moment. Staying free is a lifelong choice.Life After Prison: What It Really Takes to Stay FreeChristopher “Life” Willars | Soulmates & Suitcases – Season 2, Episode 7What really happens after someone comes home from prison?In this raw and honest conversation, Lisa and Scott sit down with Christopher “Life” Willars—Founder of The Life Unit Inc., Georgia-certified Forensic Peer Mentor, host of The Stay Free Show, and author—to talk about incarceration, accountability, and the realities of life after release.Christopher shares his journey from a 144-year prison sentence to becoming a trusted voice in reentry and transformation work. He speaks openly about the emotional and psychological toll of prison, the challenges people face once they walk out the gate, and why freedom doesn’t automatically come with release.This episode explores accountability vs. blame, the critical first days after prison, the power of support systems, and how lived experience can become a path to service.Key takeaway:Freedom doesn’t end at the gate.Staying free requires awareness, accountability, and support.

Alcohol, Identity & Life Beyond AAMelissa Silverstein | EP 6 – Soulmates & Suitcases (Season 2)What does sobriety look like after you stop drinking—when real life, careers, relationships, and responsibility are already in motion?In this episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Melissa Silverstein, recovery-informed coach, intellectual property attorney, and founder of The Healed Professional, to explore alcohol-free living beyond early recovery.With over 13 years of sobriety and nearly two decades in high-pressure professional environments, Melissa brings a grounded, honest perspective to identity, ambition, and presence without numbing.Melissa shares a powerful insight:“I’m lucky to be an alcoholic.”Together, we explore:• Sobriety beyond the initial decision to stop drinking• High-functioning professionals and hidden alcohol struggles• Skepticism, trust, and emotional complexity in recovery• Why AA helps—and where it can feel limiting• Taking pieces of recovery and making them your own• Identity, relationships, and learning to live fully present• How sharing your story gives others permission to find their voiceThis episode is especially meaningful if you’re questioning your relationship with alcohol, living with or loving someone who may be an alcoholic, or sensing there may be more than one path to recovery.✨ Free Resource for Listeners – The THP BriefMelissa is offering a free recovery resource guide for professionals exploring alcohol-free living beyond early recovery.➡️ Follow @the.healed.professional on Instagram➡️ DM “BRIEF” to receive your free guide🎧 Soulmates & Suitcases — honest conversations about love, identity, healing, and choosing a life that truly fits.

Narcissism, Red Flags & Reclaiming Your PowerCătălina Popoveniuc | EP 5 – Soulmates & Suitcases | Season 2What if feeling small or invisible wasn’t weakness—but a sign you were losing yourself in someone else’s control?In this powerful episode, Soulmates & Suitcases welcomes Cătălina Popoveniuc—psychotherapist, speaker, and founder of the #AliveInHer global movement—for an honest conversation about narcissism, red flags, and reclaiming personal power.With over 23 years of experience, Cătălina explores:• What narcissism really is• The red flags women often miss• Why victims stay—and why it’s not a weakness• How cultural beliefs keep women stuck• How awareness and community help women healThis episode is a reminder that even after narcissistic abuse, you can reclaim your voice, rebuild your power, and live a full life.🌐 https://www.catalinapopoveniuc.com🌐 https://www.aliveinhermovement.com👥 Join the #AliveInHer Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/2127087734046955💞 Connect with Lisa & Scott:https://forwardwalkingchoices.com#Season2 #Episode5 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases#AliveInHer #NarcissismAwareness #ReclaimYourPower

🎙️ Peak Performance, Mental Interference & Invisible LandminesCoach Johnny Henderson | EP 4 – Soulmates & Suitcases | Season 2What if your greatest obstacle isn’t your ability—but the mental interference getting in the way?In this grounded and thought-provoking episode, Soulmates & Suitcases welcomes Coach Johnny Henderson—PGA professional, life and recovery coach, and author—for a powerful conversation at the intersection of golf, life, recovery, and peak performance.Coach Johnny challenges conventional thinking with a bold insight:“The worst thing that ever happened to golf was the scorecard.”Why? Because performance—on the course and in life—has far more to do with what’s happening between the ears than the numbers we keep.Drawing from 35 years of golf coaching and 25 years of life and recovery coaching, Johnny shares a simple but profound equation:100% – mental interference = our resultsThis work isn’t about fixing yourself.It’s about removing what’s blocking who you already are.Johnny introduces the concept of “Invisible Landmines”—unseen tendencies, patterns, and beliefs that quietly sabotage freedom, peace, joy, and performance. Until we understand our tendencies, we’re bound to repeat them.He invites listeners to ask one honest, life-changing question:“Does my life work—or does it not?”This episode also explores:• Peak performance and emotional honesty• Why fundamentals work—until they don’t• Recovery, humility, and asking for help• Recovery Dharma & the Four Noble Truths (Hua Hin, Thailand)• ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics)• Why awareness—not force—creates lasting changeJohnny also shares about his current sabbatical in Hua Hin, Thailand, and his upcoming third book, Profound.This is a reflective, practical, and deeply human conversation—an invitation to stop fighting yourself and reclaim the freedom that’s already available.You don’t need to fix yourself.You need to understand what’s in your way—and be honest about it. Connect with Coach Johnny Henderson💞 📘 Books:• Synergistic Golf• Invisible Landmines• Profound (coming soon)🎤 Coaching • Speaking • Books📧 [email protected]📞 704-830-8110🏌️ PGA Member since 1993🧠 Certified Life & Recovery Coach🎯 Director of Coaching – Custom Coaching SolutionsConnect with Lisa & Scott🌐 https://forwardwalkingchoices.com👥 Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast Communityhttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CjYepKmAp/📚 Books: A Year of Love • Six Months of Love • My Perfect Storm👉 https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors#Season2 #Episode4 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases#PeakPerformance #MentalFitness#InvisibleLandmines #RecoveryJourney#GolfMindset #LifeCoaching#ForwardWalkingChoices #CoachJohnny

🎙️ Mental Health – Showing Up, Speaking Openly, Listening Deeply | Matt DavisEP 3 – Soulmates & Suitcases | 🔥 SEASON 2 🔥What if your best life begins not with control—but with honesty, choice, and hope?In this raw, grounded, and deeply human conversation, Soulmates & Suitcases welcomes Matt Davis, international suicide prevention and mental health speaker and author, to explore what it truly means to live authentically.Matt shares a simple but powerful truth:“Man makes plans—and God laughs.”He breaks down his Top 3 Secrets to Your Best Life:Knowing. Acknowledging. Accepting.Not hiding from pain. Not wearing masks. But choosing awareness, responsibility, and authenticity—even when it’s uncomfortable.One of the greatest compliments Matt has received?“Matt’s real.”He reminds us that hiding disconnects us from ourselves—and being real can be life-saving.Matt also challenges listeners with a powerful truth:“Whatever dog you feed is the one that grows.”Whether it’s hope or misery, the energy you nurture shapes your life.He speaks candidly about being judged by appearances—proving that authenticity matters more than image—and hopes every listener walks away with one key takeaway: even if you’re not ready to talk about mental health, let the conversation follow you home, linger, and meet you where you are.In this episode, we explore:• The Top 3 Secrets to living your best life: knowing, acknowledging, and accepting• Why mental health conversations must move beyond silence and therapy offices• Choosing hope, authenticity, and connection over fear or judgment✨ Top Message:You don’t need all the answers. You just need to be real, choose hope, and stay open to the conversation—even in the quiet moments.Connect with Matt Davis📘 Facebook: EHAMIOTAID📸 Instagram: @ehamiotaid_mattdavis🌐 Website: mattclayart.wixsite.com/mattdavis📖 Book: Available FREE (shared during episode)📧 Email: [email protected]: Matt serves communities through suicide prevention and mental health advocacy—creating spaces where honesty, hope, and humanity lead the way.💞 Connect with Lisa & Scott🌐 Forward Walking Choices👥 Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast Community📚 Books: A Year of Love, Six Months of Love, My Perfect Storm | All eBooks🔖 Hashtags:#Season2 #Episode3 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #MattDavis #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #ChooseHope #AuthenticityMatters #BreakingStigma #ForwardWalkingChoices

🎙️ Understanding Dissociation: Alters, Healing & Misunderstood Minds | Angel KiddEP 2 – Soulmates & Suitcases | 🔥 SEASON 2 🔥What happens when survival becomes misunderstood—and healing requires rewriting the story we’ve been told about our own minds?In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Angel Kidd, children’s book editor, writer, and mental health advocate, shares her journey with Other Specified Dissociative Disorder (OSDD). She demystifies dissociation, explains how alters function, and highlights the resilience and adaptability of those living with dissociative disorders.In this episode, we explore:• How alters show up in everyday life• Why dissociative disorders are often misdiagnosed or missed• The connection between PTSD and dissociation• Tools and therapies like IFS (Internal Family Systems) and ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy)• Daily practices and self-forgiveness as part of the healing journey✨ Key Message: People living with dissociative disorders are not broken—they are adaptive, resilient, and capable of healing and thriving.Connect with Angel Kidd:🌐 Website | 📧 [email protected] Resource – The Plural Association:🌐 https://powertotheplurals.com/Connect with Lisa & Scott:🌐 Forward Walking Choices👥 FB Community📚 All eBooks#Season2 #Episode2 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #AngelKidd #MentalHealthAwareness #OSDD #DissociativeDisorders #TraumaHealing #IFStherapy #ARTtherapy #Plurality #BreakingStigma #ForwardWalkingChoices #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley

🎙️ Are You Stuck? It Might Be Time for a Detox | Tiffany N. HaywoodEP 1 – Soulmates & Suitcases | 🔥 SEASON 2 PREMIERE 🔥What better way to launch Season 2 than with a conversation that challenges comfort, simplifies detox, and invites real, sustainable change?Season 2 of Soulmates & Suitcases opens with a powerful, grounding conversation featuring Tiffany N. Haywood, Founder of Transform & Thrive Holistics, holistic mentor, speaker, and thought leader who helps people detox their lives — mind, body, and spirit — one habit at a time.This season-opening episode sets the tone for what Season 2 is all about: intentional living, personal responsibility, and becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable. With a background in psychology and holistic wellness, Tiffany demystifies detox and reframes it as a practical, accessible way of life — not extreme, not overwhelming, and not perfection-driven.Drawing from her own journey of overcoming overwhelm, allergies, eczema, and deep disconnection, Tiffany shares how small, consistent habits can restore clarity, confidence, and control — and why the comfort zone is often the most dangerous place to stay.In this episode, we explore:• Why the comfort zone is the danger zone• What detox really means — and what it’s not• The power of starting with one small habit• A simple daily practice you can do three times a day to reset your life for 2026 — or any day• The surprising truth about waste buildup in the colon and its impact on overall health• Tiffany’s personal healing journey with allergies and eczema• How food systems, pharmacy, and healthcare can quietly keep us sick• Choosing consciously and living intentionally in everyday lifeThis Season 2 premiere is honest, empowering, and deeply practical — the perfect invitation to reset, realign, and step into your next chapter with intention.✨ Connect with Tiffany N. Haywood🌐 https://www.tiffanynhaywood.com📘 https://www.facebook.com/TiffanyNHaywood▶️ https://www.youtube.com/@TiffanyNHaywoodInstagram: @tiffanynhaywoodLinkedIn: @tiffanynhaywood🌱 Featured Business: Transform & Thrive HolisticsTiffany’s purpose-driven platform supporting whole-life detox and intentional living. Her community membership is currently being revamped.💞 Connect with Lisa & Scott🌐 https://forwardwalkingchoices.com📚 Books & resources: https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #Season2Premiere #TiffanyNHaywood #DetoxYourLife #IntentionalLiving #HolisticWellness #FeelingStuck #ForwardWalkingChoices

🎙️ Surviving Prison, Accountability & Speaking the Truth: Matt Melvin on Life Behind BarsEP 44 – Soulmates & SuitcasesWhat happens when one impulsive decision changes the course of your life forever — and the punishment far outweighs the crime?In this raw and courageous episode, we sit down with Matt Melvin, author of Bullied Behind Bars, to share his lived experience of incarceration, accountability, and survival — and the realities many never see inside the prison system.Matt’s story began with a poor decision made during financial stress while working at a car dealership in Vermont, leading to an 18-month prison sentence served in general population. Diagnosed with autism as an adult, and openly identifying as gay, Christian, and a Trump supporter, Matt found himself isolated, bullied, and deeply challenged behind bars.Through it all, Matt takes responsibility for his actions while speaking honestly about the emotional, psychological, and systemic realities of incarceration. His story sheds light on what it means to survive prison mentally, emotionally, and spiritually — and how accountability and truth-telling can coexist.In this conversation, we explore:• The moment one mistake changed Matt’s life• The pivotal internal shift that transformed his mindset• Navigating prison with an adult autism diagnosis• Faith, identity, and resilience under extreme pressure• Accountability vs. disproportionate punishment• How prison reshaped Matt’s mission and purpose• Turning hardship into testimony and advocacyThis episode is deeply human and eye-opening — offering insight for anyone interested in justice reform, personal responsibility, faith, and resilience.✨ Connect with Matt Melvin🌐 Website: https://www.bulliedbehindbars.com📸 Instagram: @bulliedbehindbars📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Matthew.Melvin.5621❌ X (Twitter): @Barsbullied📘 Featured Book – Bullied Behind BarsBullied Behind Bars: A Gay Christian Trump Supporter Goes to Prison is Matt Melvin’s memoir exploring his lonely childhood, adult autism diagnosis, and the events that led to federal prison — revealing hard truths about injustice, responsibility, and personal growth.👉 Buy here:https://www.amazon.com/Bullied-Behind-Bars-Christian-Supporter-ebook/dp/B09SFKYFCD🎤 Mission & MessageMatt’s mission is to speak on large stages, sharing his testimony about prison realities, accountability, faith, and resilience — and giving voice to those often unheard.💞 Connect with Lisa & Scott🌐 Website (books • coaching • speaking • podcast): https://forwardwalkingchoices.com👥 FB Community: Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast Community📚 Our Books• A Year of Love• Six Months of Love• My Perfect Storm👉 All eBooks: https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors🔖 Hashtags#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #Episode44 #MattMelvin #BulliedBehindBars #PrisonSurvivor #Accountability #JusticeReform #AutismAwareness #GayVoices #GayStories #FaithAndResilience #LifeAfterPrison #HumanDignity #ForwardWalkingChoices #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley

🎙️ Philosophical Pop, Social Physics & The Geometry of Existence: Studious B (Brian C. Taylor) on Music, Madness & MeaningEP 43 – Soulmates & SuitcasesWhat if reality is shaped by information — and humans are the only beings resisting the natural geometry of meaning? In this mind-expanding episode, we sit down with Studious B aka Brian C. Taylor — musician, writer, philosopher, and filmmaker — to explore the intersections of art, consciousness, social physics, mental health, and the nature of existence itself.Brian has been creating bold philosophical work since the 90s, blasting content into what he calls hyperreality. His latest project, Studious B, fuses addictive pop-rock with deep, existential themes that make you think, feel, dance, and question everything you believe about the world.Beyond music, Brian is immersed in independent research on Informational Platonism, geometricity, and the emerging field of social physics—examining how information flows through humans and systems, and why cooperation may be the universe’s true design.We dive into:• How philosophy and music merge inside Studious B• What informational geometry reveals about the fabric of reality• Why Brian believes all emotions originate from love or fear• His experience with Cyclothymia, bipolar disorder, addiction, and recovery• Creating philosophical films featured on Prime Video• What a “world without money” could look like• The insights and compulsions of a creative mind living at the edges of meaning and madnessIf you’re drawn to big ideas, curious about alternative models of reality, fascinated by the artist’s mind, or love discovering creators who redefine the mold — this episode will challenge your thinking and pull you deeper into Brian’s world.CONNECT WITH BRIAN TAYLORWebsite: brianctaylor.comInstagram: @brianctaylorFacebook: facebook.com/brianctaylorYouTube: @studiousbMusic: Studious B available on all platformsCatchy philosophical pop designed to spark curiosity and expand your perspective. Explore music, films, philosophy, and Brian’s archive at: brianctaylor.comCONNECT WITH SCOTT & LISA BREARLEYWebsite: forwardwalkingchoices.comJoin the FB Community: Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast CommunityBooks by Lisa & Scott Brearley:• A Year of Love• Six Months of Love• My Perfect StormAll eBooks: payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthorsFacebook:Lisa – facebook.com/LisaDawnBrearleyScott – facebook.com/scott.brearley.1

How Hypnotherapy Rewires Your Subconscious: Natasha Braniff on Past Lives, Inner Child Healing & Spiritual TransformationSoulmates & Suitcases – Episode 41What if the blocks holding you back are rooted deep in your subconscious? In this episode, we explore how true transformation begins within.We’re joined by Natasha Braniff — Intuitive Hypnotherapist, Past Life Regressionist, and Subconscious Mindset Coach — who helps people break old patterns, release emotional wounds, and reconnect with their authentic selves.Natasha explains:• How hypnotherapy rewires limiting beliefs• Why subconscious patterns shape our relationships, success & self-worth• What inner child healing really looks like• How past life regression uncovers hidden stories• Practical steps to reclaim your power and purposeThis conversation is for anyone feeling stuck, seeking clarity, or ready to heal on a deeper level.Website: natashabraniff.co.ukInstagram: @natashabhypnotherapyFacebook: Natasha EmpowersYouTube: Natasha EmpowersPodcast – Be Your Best You! With Tash & BeckyConnect with Lisa & ScottAvailable on Spotify & Apple PodcastsWebsite: forwardwalkingchoices.comFB Community: Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast CommunityBooks by Lisa & Scott Brearley:• A Year of Love• Six Months of Love• My Perfect StormeBooks: payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthorsFacebook:Lisa – facebook.com/LisaDawnBrearleyScott – facebook.com/scott.brearley.1

Healing Through Connection, Creativity and Compassion – EP 41 SOULMATES & SUITCASESWhat if the moments that nearly broke us became the very moments that awakened our purpose? 💫In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Pirillo and Destiny Pirillo (Fayte Shuck – pen name) — two extraordinary souls whose journeys through addiction, homelessness, recovery, spirituality, and creative expression have shaped a deeply human, hopeful path forward.Dustin transformed his life from five years of homelessness and fentanyl addiction on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside to becoming a peer support worker, public speaker, Reiki practitioner, artist, father, and husband. His work focuses on compassion, emotional intelligence, harm reduction, and helping people envision a future they can grow into.Destiny (Fayte) blends creativity and recovery as an author, fibre arts instructor, intuitive witch, and lifelong helper. Using knitting, crochet, and fibre magick, they create tools for healing, self-expression, and community connection. Their advocacy and lived experience fuel a mission rooted in equity, mutual aid, and recognizing the inherent worth of every person.Together, Dustin and Destiny embody rising through community, love, and the courage to keep taking the next right step.🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✨ Dustin’s journey from homelessness to peer support & public speaking✨ What harm reduction truly looks like on the ground✨ Recovery, emotional intelligence & meeting people where they are✨ How Destiny/Fayte uses fibre arts, witchcraft & creativity for healing✨ Parenting, partnership & rebuilding life after addiction✨ A candid look into their relationship: “Let’s share surprises, not secrets”✨ Their shared mission to uplift marginalized communities with dignity📲 Connect with Destiny (Fayte Shuck):🌐 Website📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mama_arachne_and_the_feral_fam?igsh=MWRjZHF1bTM0NzBkZQ==📘 Facebook: Fayte The Fibre Witch📚 Book: Knitting is Witchcraft📲 Connect with Dustin Pirillo:📘 Facebook: Dusty Morniji📸 Instagram: @dustymomiji📚 Upcoming book: Heaven in the Heart of Hell (release info TBA)💞 Connect with Lisa & Scott:🌐 Forward Walking Choices👥 Facebook Community: Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast Community📚 Our Books: A Year of Love, Six Months of Love, My Perfect Storm – eBooks📌 Hashtags:#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #HealingThroughConnection #CreativityAndCompassion#DustinPirillo #FayteShuck #DestinyPirillo #RecoveryJourney#HarmReduction #FibreMagick #HealingThroughCreativity#DTES #AddictionRecovery #CompassionInAction#ForwardWalkingChoices #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #SubscribeNow

Kari Berridge: Neurodiversity/ADHD/Anxiety/Depression & Emotional Freedom – EP 40 | Soulmates & SuitcasesWhat if the challenges we carry are actually gateways to freedom?In this episode, we talk with Kari Berridge — coach, author, speaker, fitness mentor, piano teacher, and advocate for emotional and mental well-being. Kari’s story is one of profound resilience, as she navigated anorexia, depression, sexual assault, toxic relationships, and the daily realities of living with Tourette syndrome, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, and misophonia.Her journey is raw and courageous, reminding us that the experiences we once believed would break us can become the anchors we release to reclaim authenticity and truth. Kari’s message is clear: emotional burdens, secrets, and shame don’t just weigh on the heart — they affect the body. Healing begins when we speak our truth and honor our story.Through her books and her work, Kari inspires neurodivergent individuals — and all of us — to embrace the creativity, insight, and brilliance of a uniquely wired mind.In This Episode:• Kari’s journey through trauma, neurodiversity, and healing• Overcoming shame, secrecy, and self-doubt to access emotional freedom• Living with Tourette syndrome, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, and misophonia• Why neurodivergent minds aren’t “broken,” but wired for depth and creativity• How releasing emotional weight can transform mental, physical, and spiritual health• Kari’s mission to help others rise into authenticity and empowermentConnect with Kari Berridge:Website: fit2motivate.netInstagram: @fit2motivatekariFacebook: Kari BerridgeYouTube: Kari BerridgeKari’s Books:• Cut the Anchor – A memoir on releasing shame, guilt, and emotional weight• My Magnificent Messy Mind – A celebration of neurodiversityAvailable at fit2motivate.net or AmazonConnect with Soulmates & Suitcases:YouTube: The Brearleys on YouTubeSpotify: Soulmates & SuitcasesConnect with Lisa & Scott:Website (books, coaching, speaking, podcast): forwardwalkingchoices.comFacebook Community: Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast CommunityOur Books:• A Year of Love• Six Months of Love• My Perfect StormAll eBooks available at: payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthorsFacebook:• Lisa – facebook.com/LisaDawnBrearley• Scott – facebook.com/scott.brearley.1

Tina Lyn Fiori: Awakening, Divine Alchemy & Higher Consciousness – EP 39What if the answers we’ve been seeking aren’t outside of us—but within? Join Lisa & Scott as they sit down with Tina Lyn Fiori, Divine Alchemist, Master Level Reiki Teacher, and Energy Codes Remote Healing expert. Tina shares her transformational journey to Brazil, exploring Spiritist Community Centers blending traditional medicine with energy healing.During the podcast, she delivers a powerful message: “We are all the answer.” This profound insight inspires awakening, clarity, and alignment with love, compassion, and unity.🎧 What You’ll Hear:Tina’s awakening experience in Goiania, BrazilHow energy healing and traditional medicine can transform livesSteps toward higher consciousness, self-reflection, and authenticity📲 Connect with Tina Lyn Fiori:🌐 soulenergee.com📘 Book: It Will Come To You → bit.ly/itwill📸 Instagram: @soulenergee🎥 YouTube: @soulenergee📘 Facebook: Tina Lyn Fiori💞 Connect with Lisa & Scott:🌐 forwardwalkingchoices.com👥 Join our F.B. Podcast Community: Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast Community📚 Our Books:• A Year of Love (Amazon)• Six Months of Love (Amazon)• My Perfect Storm (Amazon)👉 All eBooks: payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors📌 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #TinaLynFiori #DivineAlchemy #Awakening #EnergyHealing #ForwardWalkingChoices

🌿 EP 38 | Jeff & Donna Meador: Dating Intuition, Real Love & Rediscovering JoyWhat if love didn’t fade with age or heartbreak — but became richer, wiser, and more real? 💞In this inspiring and laughter-filled episode, Lisa and Scott sit down with Donna Meador, Dating Intuitive™ and founder of Smart Dating Divas, along with her husband Jeff Meador, who brings an honest male perspective on love, healing, and emotional connection.At 66, Donna’s story is one of courage and transformation — from heartbreak to healing, and from independence to a soul-level partnership. Together, Jeff and Donna share how they found each other later in life and how intuition, emotional intelligence, and laughter keep love alive.You’ll Hear:✨ How Donna turned heartbreak into a mission to help women attract epic love✨ Jeff’s take on what men really think about dating and emotional connection✨ Why intuition and energy matter more than ever in modern relationships✨ The truth about dating after loss — and rediscovering joy at any age🎧 Tune in and let this conversation remind you that love is never too late — and always worth the risk.💞 Connect with Lisa & Scott:forwardwalkingchoices.com📲 Connect with Donna Meador:donnameador.com | @smartdatingdivas#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #DonnaMeador #JeffMeador #LoveAfterLoss #DatingIntuitive #ForwardWalkingChoices #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley

🌿 Ana Pashyanti: Healing from Within & Reclaiming Your Power – EP 37 | Soulmates & SuitcasesWhat if true healing began when you stopped searching outside yourself? 🌙In this powerful episode, Ana Pashyanti, PhD — international speaker, healer, mystic, and explorer of both the inner and outer realms — shares her journey of mental deprogramming, emotional healing, and self-realization that’s taken her across 55 countries and 6 continents.Once a highly sensitive empath who struggled with emotional overwhelm, Ana discovered how to reclaim her power and break free from old patterns and limitations. Now she guides others to do the same — helping them heal physical and emotional pain through simple, powerful energy techniques and reconnect with their own infinite wisdom.✨ In This Episode:• How emotional and energetic blockages show up in the body — and how to release them• What it means to reclaim your power and live in alignment• Simple tools to help you connect to your body’s self-healing intelligence💫 Learn more: www.anapashyanti.com🎁 Free Gift: anapashyanti.com/body-wisdom🌀 Course: Talk to Your Cells: Activate Your Self-Healing Power🎧 Soulmates & Suitcases — real stories, deep healing, and inspired conversations with Lisa & Scott Brearley.🌐 forwardwalkingchoices.com

EP 36: Patti Stewart – Feminine Strength, Safety & Living EmpoweredWhat if living fearless started with owning your strength? ✨In this episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Patti Stewart — Founder & CEO of Defense in Heels, international self-defense instructor, bodyguard, former Mrs. Nevada, and women’s safety advocate.With over 20 years of experience, Patti has trained thousands of women worldwide, helping them feel confident, strong, and safe. She blends practical skills with humor and relatability, making self-defense approachable for women of all ages.🎧 Listen in as Patti shares:How to build confidence through self-defenseReal-world tips to stay safe in everyday lifeStories from her global work protecting and empowering womenInsights from her book A Woman’s Guide to Self-DefenseThis is a conversation about strength, safety, and living life on your own terms.📲 Connect with Patti Stewart:• Website: www.DefenseinHeels.com• Instagram: @defenseinheels• Facebook: facebook.com/defenseinheels• YouTube: Defense in Heels• Book: A Woman’s Guide to Self-Defense🎧 Subscribe to Soulmates & Suitcases:• Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases on Spotify• YouTube: The Brearleys on YouTube

The Legendary Coach Eve: Transformation, Resilience & Rising Strong – EP 35 SOULMATES & SUITCASESWhat if your greatest challenges were actually the key to your healing and transformation? ✨In this episode, we sit down with The Legendary Coach Eve — a battle-tested warrior, keynote speaker, transformational retreat organizer, and clinical hypnotherapist — to explore how she helps others rise strong after walking through fire.Coach Eve guides listeners in identifying the roots of chronic pain, uncovering the blocks holding them back, and taking actionable steps toward lasting healing. She shares her personal journey of resilience, transformation, and strength — and the tools she uses to help others step boldly into their own legendary path.🎧 What You’ll Hear:✨ How to identify the hidden roots of chronic pain and begin addressing it✨ Coach Eve’s story of rising after adversity✨ The transformational power of retreats and inner work✨ Real conversations about strength, hope, and living a legendary life✨ An exclusive listener discount for her upcoming Inner Transformational Summit📲 Connect with Coach Eve:• 🌐 Website: www.coacheve.info• 🎙️ Podcast: Openminds2Openhands• 📺 TV Show: Power Hour (Sponsor & Ambassador)• 📚 Founder: Open Hands Institute• 📸 Instagram: @thelegendarycoacheve• 📘 Facebook: Coach Eve Csakvary🎧 Don’t miss this empowering conversation — subscribe now!📺 YouTube: The Brearleys on YouTube🎵 Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases PodcastCONNECT with Lisa & Scott:🌐 Website: forwardwalkingchoices.com👥 Facebook Community: F.W.C. Supporting Mental Health & Find Your Masculinity or Femininity👥 Podcast Community: Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast Community📚 Our Books:• A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection• Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth• My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challengesAll e-books available: payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors📘 Facebook:• Lisa: facebook.com/LisaDawnBrearley• Scott: facebook.com/scott.brearley.1📌 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #LegendaryCoachEve #Transformation #Healing #ChronicPain #Resilience #InnerWork #MindBodySpirit #OpenHandsInstitute #ForwardWalkingChoices #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #SubscribeNow

🔥 Restore, Rise & Thrive — Alison Desrochers (EagleWind) | Soulmates & Suitcases EP 34What if real strength wasn’t just about muscles — but your mind, energy, and spirit, too? ✨In this episode, we sit down with Alison Desrochers (EagleWind) — Reiki Master, Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, and Group Fitness Instructor — to explore how movement, energy, and healing come together to create lasting balance.Alison’s path began with a lifelong love of dance, yoga, sport, and weight training. But everything shifted when she discovered Reiki — a powerful tool that brought deep healing into her own life. Now, she blends Reiki with mindful movement, helping others find alignment, vitality, and peace.Her story is one of resilience, transformation, and inspiration — and through her work, Alison shows us all how to Restore, Rise, and Thrive.🎧 In This Episode:✨ How energy work can unlock deeper healing✨ Alison’s personal journey of balance and resilience✨ The magic of combining physical strength with spiritual alignment✨ Heart-to-heart reflections on living your best life✨ Honest conversations about addiction and returning to alignment✨ So many “ah-ha” life moments, laughs, and real talk📲 Connect with Alison (EagleWind):• Instagram: @majick_within• Reiki with EagleWind👉 Follow & Subscribe:• 🎵 Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases• 📺 YouTube: The Brearleys💬 Connect with Lisa & Scott:🌐 Website: forwardwalkingchoices.com👥 Communities: F.W.C. Supporting Mental Health | Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast Community📚 Books: A Year of Love | Six Months of Love | My Perfect Storm📘 Facebook: Lisa Dawn Brearley | Scott Brearley#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #AlisonDesrochers #EagleWind #ReikiHealing #RestoreRiseThrive #MindBodySpirit #ForwardWalkingChoices #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley

🔥 Secrets Beneath the Sea — Stephanie Woodman | EP 33 Soulmates & SuitcasesWhat if the answers to life’s deepest questions were hidden beneath the waves? 🌊Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Stephanie Woodman — author, adventurer, and lifelong seeker of stories. Her debut novel, Eye Contact Over Truk, is the culmination of a writing journey that began in 1996 and blossomed after her retirement in 2021. Blending history, mystery, and resilience, Stephanie’s story reminds us that sometimes, history truly rhymes.At the heart of her novel is a retired US Naval pilot who returns 40 years after WWII to scuba dive the ship he once sank — searching for what… or for who? This narrative dives deep into the wreckage of war, forgiveness, grief, love, and adventure.Beyond her writing, Stephanie’s life is full of vibrant pursuits — from scuba diving and sailing to pickleball, golf, and world travel. Her journey proves that creativity and adventure can flourish at any stage of life.🎧 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:✨ The 25-year journey that became a debut novel✨ Themes of perseverance, forgiveness, and love✨ Why WWII’s history still resonates today✨ Balancing analytical thinking with creative exploration✨ Adventures that fuel storytelling and personal growth✨ Lifelong curiosity and the power of collecting experiences✨ Advice for chasing a creative dream, no matter how long it takes📚 Get Stephanie’s Book:Eye Contact Over Truk → woodmanbooks.com(Available on all major retailers)📲 Connect with Stephanie:• Website• Instagram• Facebook🎧 Listen & Subscribe:• Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases• YouTube: The Brearleys🌐 Connect with Lisa & Scott:• Website: forwardwalkingchoices.com• Join our Podcast Community: Soulmates & Suitcases Podcast Community📚 Our Books:• A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection• Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth• My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges📌 Follow Us:• Lisa on Facebook• Scott on Facebook#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #StephanieWoodman #EyeContactOverTruk #WWIIStories #Forgiveness #AuthorLife #HistoricalFiction #Adventure #ScubaDiving #ForwardWalkingChoices #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #SubscribeNow

The 20-Year-Old Who Turned His Life Around — Brandon HarrisonEpisode 32 – Soulmates & SuitcasesMeet Brandon Harrison — a 20-year-old Online Fitness Coach, Entrepreneur, and aspiring IFBB Pro Bodybuilder — who dropped 70 lbs, gained muscle, and transformed his life from the inside out.In this inspiring conversation, Brandon shares how discipline, clean eating, and removing alcohol from his life completely shifted his results and mindset. His journey from 250 lbs to a lean, strong 180 lbs isn’t just about the gym — it’s about changing the way you think, the choices you make, and the people you surround yourself with.You’ll hear the mental and physical tools Brandon used to overcome self-doubt, build unshakable confidence, and set his sights on becoming a professional bodybuilder. Whether you’re starting your own health journey or just need some motivation, this episode is packed with insight, honesty, and inspiration.Find Brandon on Instagram: @brandons.ofcWhat You’ll Hear in This Episode:How Brandon lost 70 lbs and built a stronger mindsetThe habits and training strategies he uses dailyWhy mental discipline matters more than motivationHow cutting alcohol and poor food choices changed his lifeThe importance of having the right people in your cornerFollow Soulmates & Suitcases for more inspiring conversations on love, life, and personal growth.

EP 31 – True North & Shining Light with Dan ReevesWhat if the secret to a meaningful life is simply choosing today?In this inspiring episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Dan Reeves — Yoga Instructor, Host of the Spiritual Underground Podcast, and Lantern-Bearer for Life — as he dives into what it means to stay aligned with your True North, be a present partner in raising children, and live life on purpose.From reframing “busy” as having a full life, to carrying a lantern so others can shine, Dan shares wisdom on navigating hard times, choosing who you are becoming, and surrounding yourself with people who truly know how to live.Highlights:• “Today I choose” — the mindset that changes everything• Parenting as true partnership• Why today is not forever• The power of living your True North• Helping others shine their lightHit play for a heart-opening conversation that reminds you: your light matters.

🔥 Healing Through Hypnosis: The Germana Rovinelli Story – EP 30Soulmates & SuitcasesWhat if healing your past is the key to transforming your future?In this soul-stirring episode, Germana Rovinelli — Author, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Personal Trainer, Nutritional Therapist, and Energy Healer — shares her extraordinary journey from addiction and trauma to a thriving, purpose-driven life.Her story, captured in The Road to Transformation, is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of daily spiritual practice, subconscious healing, and holistic transformation.💡 Her message? The quality of your life is directly tied to your willingness to transform — from the inside out.🎧 In this episode, you’ll hear:✨ What healing generational trauma really looks like — and how to begin✨ How hypnotherapy taps into the subconscious to unlock deep healing✨ The power of integrating mind, body, and spirit✨ How to help someone shift when they feel stuck✨ The 4 Attachment Styles — do you fall into one?✨ The realization that changed Germana’s life forever👇 Connect with Germana:🌐 ⁠hypno4health.ca⁠ | ⁠ablebodyconsulting.com⁠📘 Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/germana.rovinelli⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/in/germana-rovinelli⁠📺 YouTube: ⁠@germanarovinelli5973⁠📕 The Road to Transformation — A memoir of healing from generational trauma🎧 Connect with Lisa & Scott:🌐 ⁠forwardwalkingchoices.com⁠📚 Our Books:• A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection• Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth• My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges📘 Facebook:• Lisa: ⁠facebook.com/LisaDawnBrearley⁠• Scott: ⁠facebook.com/scott.brearley.1⁠📲 Want Lisa & Scott’s book right now? Get your eBook at: ⁠https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors⁠🎧 Watch this episode on YouTube:⁠The Brearleys on YouTube⁠🎵 Listen on Spotify:⁠Soulmates & Suitcases on Spotify⁠📌 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #GermanaRovinelli #HealingGenerationalTrauma #TheRoadToTransformation #HypnosisHealing #MindBodySpirit #AttachmentStyles #TraumaToTriumph #ForwardWalkingChoices #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #SpotifyPodcast

🔥 From Caregiver to Changemaker: The Betsy Wurzel Story | Ep 29What if your deepest heartbreak revealed your life’s purpose?In this raw and powerful episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Betsy Wurzel — nurse, mother, advocate, and host of Chatting with Betsy. After walking through her husband’s 10-year journey with Early Onset Alzheimer’s, Betsy turned grief into action and founded the #KickAlzheimersAssMovement.She opens up about:The emotional toll of caregivingFighting for dignity in end-of-life careFinding purpose through painUsing your voice when no one listensHow one Facebook group became a lifeline for many💡 Her message is clear: You can survive and thrive — even in the face of unimaginable loss.🎧 Listen now and be reminded — you are not alone.👇 Connect with Betsy:📘 Facebook: Betsy E. Wurzel👥 Group: #KickAlzheimersAssMovement🎙️ Host Page: Passionate World Talk Radio❤️ Connect with Lisa & Scott:🌐 forwardwalkingchoices.com📚 Books & Resources🔖 Follow & share with someone who needs this message.#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #CaregiverToChangemaker #KickAlzheimersAss #GriefIntoPurpose #YouAreNotAlone

Episode 4: The Power of DecisionsIn this episode of Soulmates and Suitcases, we’re diving into the big and small decisions that have shaped our lives—and this podcast! We talk about: The journey to choosing the perfect name for our podcast. Life-altering decisions that changed our paths forever. How we approach tough choices and move forward with intention. The ripple effect of saying "yes" to one thing and "no" to another. Join us for a heartfelt and candid conversation about the choices that define who we are and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. Whether you’re facing a crossroads or just curious about our story, this episode is packed with inspiration, insight, and a little humor. Explore more from us: 🌟 Visit our website: https://forwardwalkingchoices.com 📚 Shop our books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com 🛍️ Check out exclusive offers on Payhip: https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors Hashtags #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #ThePowerOfDecisions #LifeChoices #BigDecisions #RelationshipJourney #PersonalGrowth #InspireAndThrive #ChoosingYourPath

From $50 to Freedom: The Gigi Moldovan Story | Soulmates & Suitcases EP 28What does it really take to transform your life with just $50 in your pocket and a handful of dreams? Join us as we chat with Gigi Moldovan, an immigrant who arrived in Canada at 19 with no English skills but a fierce determination to succeed. From sweeping floors at a pizza restaurant to becoming a business owner and mentor, Gigi’s journey is a powerful reminder that growth happens when you decide to take that first step — no matter how small.In this episode, discover:• The mindset shift that made discipline more important than motivation• How stepping outside your comfort zone unlocks new opportunities• Life lessons from soccer about competition, teamwork, and perseverance• The surprising impact of consistent small actions• Why most people hesitate to say “Will you?” — and how to say “Yes”Tune in for a story about grit, faith, and the power of just deciding to move forward.Connect with Gigi:Facebook: facebook.com/gigi.moldovanInstagram: instagram.com/gigimoldovanLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gigimoldovan1Explore more and connect with Lisa & Scott Brearley at: forwardwalkingchoices.comSubscribe and listen to more inspiring stories on Soulmates & Suitcases!

EP 27 – Shine Brighter: The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies with Julie WignallWhat if the light you’re searching for… is already within you?In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Julie Wignall—internationally recognized educator, trailblazer, and author of The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies. Julie’s journey has taken her from national politics to international business, the arts, and environmental conservation—all while following her inner light.We explore what it means to shine, even when the world tells you to dim down, and how embracing your unique path can become your greatest superpower.🎧 In This Episode:✨ The moment Julie knew her inner light could help others✨ What stops people from honoring their gifts—and how to change that✨ The power of the unconventional path✨ Stories of real “Fireflies” who are lighting up the world✨ How to transform your life by simply being who you are🛒 Get Julie’s book The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies →Available at extraordinaryfireflies.com and on Amazon🌐 Connect with Julie:Website: https://www.extraordinaryfireflies.com/💬 Connect with Lisa & Scott BrearleyWebsite: https://forwardwalkingchoices.comResources & Offers: https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthorsFacebook:• Lisa: https://www.facebook.com/LisaDawnBrearley/• Scott: https://www.facebook.com/scott.brearley.1✨ Explore Lisa & Scott’s Books:📘 A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection📘 Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth📘 My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges🔔 Subscribe & Follow the Show for more heartfelt conversations about love, life, and transformation.#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #JulieWignall #FireflyEffect #TheExtraordinaryPowerOfFireflies #InnerLight #ShineBright #UnconventionalPath #Transformation #PersonalGrowth #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #ForwardWalkingChoices #PodcastThatInspires

🔥 Beyond the Punch: How One Man Found Power in Vulnerability – Philipe Droguett – EP 26What if the toughest battles aren’t fought in the ring—but in your own heart?In this powerful episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we dive deep with Philipe Droguett—MVP athlete, DJ extraordinaire, and now a fierce advocate for emotional strength. Trained in a world where “real boys don’t cry,” Philipe lived by grit, grind, and silence. But when life forced him to pause the performance, he discovered a truth that changed everything.💡 Real strength? It starts with honesty. With vulnerability. With healing.🎧 Tune in to hear:✨ The moment Philipe stopped stuffing emotions—and started facing them✨ His journey from performance to presence✨ How he's helping men rewrite the story of masculinity✨ Why vulnerability is not weakness—it’s your strongest move yet👊 Get ready for a raw, real, and redefining conversation that will leave you rethinking what it means to be strong.🎧 Listen now on Spotify →Soulmates & Suitcases on Spotify👇 Connect with Philipe:📸 Instagram: @coach_philipe📘 Facebook: Coach Philipe📚 Books That Will Change Your Life (by Lisa & Scott Brearley):🔥 A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection💖 Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth🌪️ My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges👉 See more on Facebook🌐 Explore more with Lisa & Scott:Website: forwardwalkingchoices.comExclusive Offers: Payhip Store📘 Lisa: Lisa Dawn Brearley📘 Scott: Scott Brearley

EP 25 – From Rock Bottom to Radiance: Cindy Drummond’s 50 Dates to Self-LoveWhat would you do if your entire life unraveled overnight?After her long-term partner was arrested, Cindy Drummond found herself a single mom, living in her parents’ basement—and completely heartbroken. But instead of staying stuck, she made a bold decision: go on 50 dates in 52 weeks. What started as a search for love became a journey back to herself.In this powerful episode, Cindy—author of Reflections from the Dating Pool and founder of Luminescence Healing—shares how heartbreak led to healing, purpose, and a mission to help others rebuild too.🎧 You’ll hear:The story behind her daring dating challengeThe moment she knew it was time to take her power backHow she created a wellness space to help others healHer reflections on resilience, self-love, and second chances📖 Grab her book: Reflections from the Dating Pool on Amazon🌐 Learn more: www.luminescencehealing.com📸 IG: @cindydrummondyyc—📚 Hosted by Lisa & Scott Brearley, authors of A Year of Love, Six Months of Love, and My Perfect Storm🌐 Connect: forwardwalkingchoices.com#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #CindyDrummond #SelfLove #HealingJourney #PodcastLove #DatingToHeal

🔥 Healing Is a Business Too – Soul Purpose, Abundance & the Ripple Effect with Nina Maglic – EP What if your healing gifts could become your life’s work—and serve the world in a bigger way?In this episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Nina Maglic—energy healer, intuitive marketing architect, and author of Healing Millions. She’s helping healers around the globe build sustainable, soul-aligned businesses that create income and impact.💡 Nina’s story is proof that when you say yes to your purpose, the ripple effect is limitless.🎧 What You’ll Hear: ✨ How pain became her spiritual teacher ✨ The truth about burnout + purpose ✨ Turning your calling into a business—without selling out ✨ Money healing for spiritual entrepreneurs ✨ Leaving a legacy that’s both energetic and global📖 Her book: Healing Millions → https://a.co/d/87C7M9n 🎧 Subscribe so you don’t miss this one → 📺 YouTube: The Brearleys on YouTube 🎵 Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases on Spotify👇 Connect with Nina & explore more: 🌐 Website: ninamaglic.com | healingmillions.com 📸 Instagram: @iamninamaglic 📘 Facebook: Transform Your Life With Energy 🔗 LinkedIn: Nina Maglic ▶️ YouTube: Nina Maglic | Healing Millions✨ Her Current Offers: 🌟 Membership: membership.healingmillions.com 🌟 Mastermind: healingmillions.com/mastermind 🌿 Learn More: About Nina | Our Initiative📚 Books That Will Change Your Life (by Lisa & Scott Brearley): 🔥 A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection 💖 Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth 🌪️ My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges🎧 CONNECT with Lisa & Scott: 🌐 Website: forwardwalkingchoices.com 🛍️ Exclusive Offers: Payhip Store https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors📘 Lisa: Lisa Dawn Brearley 📘 Scott: Scott Brearley📌 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #NinaMaglic #HealingMillions #LightworkerLeadership #SpiritualEntrepreneur #EnergyHealingBusiness #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #BooksThatChangeLives #AYearOfLove #SixMonthsOfLove #MyPerfectStorm #PurposeAndProfit #ForwardWalkingChoices #SubscribeNow

🔥 What’s Your Little Fire Inside? – Purpose, Rituals & Returning to Your Essence with Shalina Bell - EP 23💭 Ever feel like something is stirring within you—quiet but undeniable? That “little fire inside” that whispers there’s more to life? In this soulful episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Shalina Bell—mindset mentor, author, and creator of The Daily Ritual Co.—who’s helping others reconnect with their purpose through intentional living, presence, and daily sacred rituals.Shalina doesn’t just talk about habits—she speaks to the heart of transformation: identity, mindfulness, and honoring your inner truth.💡 THE TRUTH: The most powerful change doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from remembering who you are.🎙️ What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ What it means to “return to your essence”—and how to start✅ How to build daily rituals that anchor you in self-love✅ The difference between a habit and a sacred moment✅ Why slowing down might be the most productive thing you can do✅ How Shalina creates digital tools that heal, guide, and inspire✅ Common limiting beliefs Shalina helps her clients rewrite✅ What to do when life feels overwhelming or creativity fades✅ The role of gratitude in spiritual growth✅ What’s next for The Daily Ritual Co—and how you can be part of it🌟 Shalina’s Top Tip:“The fire doesn’t have to be loud. Sometimes it’s a whisper that says, ‘This matters. You matter.’ Start there.”💡 Want to Learn More? Connect with Shalina Bell:🛍 Etsy Shop – The Daily Ritual Co: Digital products for intentional living📚 Amazon – Books & Gratitude Journals by Shalina📸 Instagram: @shalinab_📘 Facebook: Shalina Bell📖 Books That Will Change Your Life (by Lisa & Scott Brearley):🔥 A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection💖 Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth🌪️ My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges🎧 CONNECT & PURCHASE BOOKS with Scott & Lisa Brearley:🌐 Website: forwardwalkingchoices.com📚 Books: Books That Will Change Your Life🛍️ Exclusive Offers: Payhip Store🌐 Lisa Facebook: Lisa Dawn Brearley🌐 Scott Facebook: Scott Brearley🎧 SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss future episodes! 🎙️📺 YouTube: The Brearleys on YouTube🎵 Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases on Spotify👇 What’s YOUR “little fire inside”? What lights you up right now? Drop a comment below! 👇📌 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #ShalinaBell #TheDailyRitualCo #IntentionalLiving #MindsetMentor #LittleFireInside #SacredHabits #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #BooksThatChangeLives #AYearOfLove #SixMonthsOfLove #MyPerfectStorm #Forwardwalkingchoices #love #selflove #forward #soulmates #energyhealing #

🎧She Refused to Be a Victim – How Fay Carnahan Turned Trauma Into Purpose EP.22💭 What if your past didn’t define you—but became the foundation for your purpose? In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Fay Carnahan, RCRT—Reflexologist and holistic wellness advocate—who has spent nearly 30 years transforming adversity into strength and healing.Through personal growth, sobriety, therapy, and a deep dive into health and genetics, Fay has redefined what it means to live with intention and integrity. Her story is a powerful reminder that no matter where we come from, we all have the power to choose who we become.💡 THE TRUTH: You can’t change what you don’t take responsibility for—and healing starts with you.🎙️ What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ The 5 foundations of wellness: oxygen, hydration, nutrition, movement, and mindset✅ How genetic insights helped Fay deepen her understanding of health and prevention✅ Why honoring your personal values is key to emotional and physical well-being✅ How to break free from reliving your story—and start creating a new one✅ The role of self-responsibility in creating lasting change✅ How personal loss reshaped Fay’s commitment to helping others heal✅ Why most people chase the snake... but forget to remove the venom🌟 Fay’s Top Truth: “Ignorance is not bliss. It’s a cost too high. True freedom starts with self-responsibility.”💡 Want to Learn More or Work With Fay?🌐 Reflexology & Wellness: solessynergyreflexology.com🌱 Genetic & Holistic Health Resources: purelywellness.com📖 BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE:🔥 A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection💖 Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth🌪️ My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges🎧 CONNECT & PURCHASE BOOKS with Scott & Lisa Brearley:🌐 Website: https://forwardwalkingchoices.com🛍️ Exclusive Offers: https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors🌐 Lisa on Facebook: facebook.com/LisaDawnBrearley🌐 Scott on Facebook: facebook.com/scott.brearley.1🎧 SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a moment of real talk and radical growth 🎙️📺 YouTube: @TheBrearleys🎵 Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases on Spotify👇 What’s one story from your past that you’re ready to stop reliving? Drop a comment below. 👇📌 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #FayCarnahan #HealingFromWithin #GenerationalHealing #SelfResponsibility #WellnessJourney #ReflexologyHealing #TraumaToPurpose #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #AYearOfLove #MyPerfectStormBook

🎙️ Soulmates and Suitcases | Episode 21What Fell Apart… What Rose From It — The Power of Forward Walking with Scott BrearleyThis is the episode that will change how you see struggle, strength, and the choices that shape us.In Episode 21, we dive deep with Scott Brearley — internationally certified crisis and recovery coach, dynamic speaker, and author of the powerful memoir My Perfect Storm. Scott is also the co-founder of Forward Walking Choices, a movement created with his wife, Lisa Brearley, to support individuals and couples in navigating life’s most difficult transitions.🔥 This isn’t just a conversation — it’s a catalyst.Scott opens up about his personal journey from breakdown to breakthrough, from addiction and adversity to impact and integrity. He brings grounded energy, real-talk wisdom, and a message of hope you don’t want to miss.💬 In this episode:What it really means to make a Forward Walking ChoiceWhy most change is temporary — and how to create transformation that lastsThe truth about men's healing — and the power of walking through it without shameHow couples grow together (or apart) — and how to choose growth, even when it’s hardWhy vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s the key to healing🎧 Tune in and walk forward with us.👉 LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: Click here📺 Watch on YouTube & Subscribe: The Brearleys📘 Buy Scott’s Book — My Perfect Storm🌐 Paperback & Coaching: ForwardWalkingChoices.com📱 Instant E-Book Download: Payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors👇 Don’t forget to:❤️ Like this episode💬 Leave a comment — let us know what part spoke to you most🔔 Subscribe for more real, raw, and inspiring storiesThis episode is for you if…You’re in the middle of a transition.You’ve hit a breaking point — or are walking with someone who has.You’re ready for healing that goes deeper than surface change.You believe in rising, not just surviving.🌉 Come walk forward with us. We’ll meet you right where you are.#ForwardWalking #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #ScottBrearley #LisaBrearley #MyPerfectStorm #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthSupport #Transformation #RelationshipGrowth #MenHealingToo #RealTalk #Resilience #PodcastForChange

🎧 Episode 20: Facing Adversity – Finding Purpose Through Pain on Soulmates & Suitcases with Jeff HigginsWhat happens when a life of trauma meets a heart full of purpose?In this powerful episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Jeff Higgins—entrepreneur, family man, and survivor—to explore how deep adversity can lead to profound transformation.From surviving childhood abuse and addiction to summiting Mount Rainier and building schools in Guatemala, Jeff’s journey is one of grit, healing, and relentless purpose. With raw honesty and deep wisdom, he shares how grief, loss, and a near-fatal car accident became the catalysts for a life devoted to service, faith, and helping others find meaning.💡 Mic-Drop Insight: “If you’re going to do something big, attach it to something bigger.”✅ Turning tragedy into transformation✅ Addiction, grief, and a path to healing✅ Climbing Mount Rainier to raise money for a school✅ Starting a spice company—and a deeper mission✅ Gratitude and forgiveness as healing tools✅ Why connection, faith, and purpose matter more than ever✅ Supporting employees beyond a paycheck✅ Redefining what success really looks likeWhether you're walking through your own storm or supporting someone else, Jeff’s story reminds us that resilience and redemption are always possible.📬 Connect with Jeff Higgins📧 [email protected]🌐 www.jeff-higgins.com🎙️ Hosted by Scott & Lisa Brearley🌐 Forward Walking Choices📚 Books & Resources🛍️ Shop📺 Watch on YouTube🎵 Listen on Spotify👇 What adversity have YOU turned into purpose? We’d love to hear your story. Drop us a message or share your journey. 👇#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #JeffHiggins #PurposeFromPain #TraumaToTriumph #ServePeople #Resilience #AddictionRecovery #GratitudeAndForgiveness #MentalHealth #FaithAndResilience #RewriteYourStory #Transformation #12StepRecovery #Inspiration #RealLifeHealing #OvercomingChallenges #EntrepreneurshipWithPurpose #SurvivingChildhoodAbuse #MountRainierMission #SixMonthsOfLove #AYearOfLove #SupportAndServe

🎧 Episode 19: Special Episode – Love, Wisdom & Walking Forward Together with Lisa & Scott BrearleyWhat if love was more than a feeling—but a daily decision, a practice, and a path to healing?In this deeply personal and powerful special episode, your hosts Lisa and Scott Brearley open the door to their hearts and share the words, wisdom, and real-life practices that have helped them build a relationship grounded in truth, growth, and unconditional love.You’ll hear their favorite quotes, the insights that guide their coaching and marriage, and the unfiltered truth about what it means to walk forward together—through challenges celebration, change, and healing.This isn’t just an episode. It’s an invitation—to see, hear, and feel the love between two people who continue to make life the best every day.📍 Forward Walking Choices – Coaching for Real Life & Real Love🌐 forwardwalkingchoices.com📲 Scott: +1 604-603-2576📧 [email protected]📬 Connect with Lisa & Scott BrearleyWATCH, LISTEN, COMMENT, SHARE & MOST IMPORTANTLY - SUBSCRIBE🎧 Soulmates & Suitcases on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/18ylZP0crUfncbAgkC82C0?si=uE6qUkO7SC-nPf_trc2Zcw📺 Soulmates & Suitcases on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheBrearleys📘 Facebook: Forward Walking Choices👇 Have a favorite quote about love, healing, or partnership? Share it below—we’d love to hear what inspires you. 👇LOOKING FOR OUR BOOKS (E-VERSION) AND BEST DEAL ?????https://payhip.com/LisaScottBrearleyAuthors#ForwardWalkingChoices#RelationshipWisdom#SoulmatesAndSuitcases#HealingTogether#LoveInRealLife#CouplesCoaching#GratitudeAndGrowth#CourageToLove#PodcastEpisode#LifeTogether#HonestConversations#CoachingWithHeart#LoveWisely#ChooseConnection#HealingJourney

🎧 Episode 18: The Truth About Stem Cells – Healing, Trust & the Power of the Body with Dr. George MorganWhat if healing didn’t mean managing symptoms—but regenerating your health at the source?In this powerful episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Dr. George Morgan, Medical Director of Revival Clinic Bangkok, to uncover the truth about non-frozen stem cell therapy, why Big Pharma doesn't want you truly healed, and how trust, ethics, and personalized care are changing the future of medicine.Dr. George shares why he left conventional medicine behind, how Revival Clinic is helping patients with everything from diabetes to anxiety to autoimmune diseases, and why your body has more power to heal than you've been told.Bonus: Scott shares his personal experience undergoing stem cell treatment at Revival Clinic just weeks ago—so you're getting real talk, science, and story all in one.💡 “If we can't do it safely, we simply won't do it.” – Dr. GeorgeIn This Episode:Why Dr. George walked away from traditional medicineThe problem with frozen stem cells—and why fresh is betterHow stem cells support healing for chronic and complex conditionsWhat NAD, peptides, and placenta therapy do for the bodyCommon stem cell myths (and truths you should know)Why healing starts with honesty—not sellingThe role of karma, trust, and connection in lasting wellnessConnect with Revival Clinic Bangkok🌐 revivalclinicbangkok.com📲 WhatsApp: +66 95 096 8774📷 Instagram: @RevivalClinicBKK▶️ YouTube: Revival Clinic🎙️ Hosted by Scott & Lisa Brearley🌐 forwardwalkingchoices.com📺 YouTube: @TheBrearleys✨ If you're curious about stem cell therapy—or ready to take your healing deeper—this episode is for you.

🎧 Episode 17: The Power Within – From Carpenter to Coach with Brian McGrath💭 What if true recovery isn’t about abstinence—but about building a vibrant, balanced life? In this inspiring episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Brian McGrath, former carpenter turned addiction counselor, recovery coach, and founder of ORCA (Optimal Recovery Coaching Associates).Brian shares his journey, lessons from working with individuals in addiction and homelessness, and how coaching can empower clients to find their voice—not be rescued.💡 The truth: You don’t have to fix anyone. You just have to LEARN to listen.🎙️ In this episode:✅ Listening is the recovery coach’s superpower✅ Coaching increases program retention by 27%✅ Presence over solutions: lessons from hospice✅ Transactional vs. transformational recovery✅ What real-life balance looks like✅ Adventures in healing: hiking, diving, and growth✅ Redefining recovery beyond abstinence✅ Helping others discover their own strength✅ Guiding without carrying burdens✅ When someone finds their voice—magic happens🌟 Brian’s Mic-Drop Moment: “The best is when people find their voice.”Whether you're in recovery, coaching, or walking alongside someone you love, this episode offers hope, insight, and powerful perspective.💡 Connect with Brian McGrath – ORCA📧 Email: [email protected]🌐 Visit ORCA Website🔥 A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection.💖 Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth.🌪️ My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges.🎧 CONNECT & PURCHASE BOOKS with Scott & Lisa Brearley:🌐 Website: Forward Walking Choices📚 Books That Will Change Your Life🛍️ Exclusive Offers🌐 Lisa Facebook: Lisa Brearley🌐 Scott Facebook: Scott Brearley🎧 SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss future episodes!📺 YouTube: The Brearleys Podcast🎵 Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases👇 What part of YOUR story are you ready to reclaim? Drop a comment—we want to hear your comeback. 👇📌 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #ORCARecovery #BrianMcGrath #RecoveryCoach #AddictionRecovery #ListeningIsHealing #ThePowerWithin #CoachingMatters #TransformationNotTransaction #ScottBrearley #LisaBrearley #SixMonthsOfLoveBook #AYearOfLoveBook #MyPerfectStormBook #RewriteYourStory #12step #recovery #empoweredhealing #orca #recoverycoach #recoverycoaching #coachingforempowerment #thepowerwithin #listeningashealing #listeningskills #recoverybeyondabstinence #presenceoversolution #findyourvoice #guidingwithoutrescuing #balancedrecovery📖 BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE:

🎧 Episode 16: 🚦 The Power of the PAUSE – Overcommitment, Saying NO & Rewriting Your Internal Script with Tina Fletcher💭 Feeling stretched too thin? Running on autopilot? Saying yes when you really want to say NO? It’s time to hit PAUSE. In this episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Tina Fletcher—writer, speaker, and fierce advocate for self-permission. Tina unpacks the stories we tell ourselves and how they keep us stuck in cycles of overcommitment, guilt, and exhaustion.💡 THE TRUTH: NO is a full sentence. So why do we struggle to say it?🎙️ What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ The global challenge of overcommitment—why we all struggle with it✅ The power of the PAUSE—how to break the autopilot cycle✅ Why women, in particular, feel pressured to do it all✅ How to rewrite your internal communication for a more empowered life✅ The importance of creating space between the Ask and the Answer✅ Practical strategies to say NO—without guilt!🌟 Tina’s Top Tip: Check in with Yourself!Before saying YES, PAUSE. Ask yourself:👉 Is this aligned with what I truly want?👉 Am I committing out of guilt or authentic choice?💡 Want to Learn More? Connect with Tina Fletcher:🌎 Website: [Tina Fletcher Website](https://www.tinafletcher.com/ OR Self Permission)📌 Links & Resources🔥 A Year of Love – Rediscover love, healing & connection.💖 Six Months of Love – A deep dive into personal growth.🌪️ My Perfect Storm – Overcoming life’s toughest challenges.🎧 CONNECT & PURCHASE BOOKS with Scott & Lisa Brearley:🌐 Website: Forward Walking Choices📚 Books That Will Change Your Life🛍️ Exclusive Offers🌐 Lisa Facebook: Lisa Brearley🌐 Scott Facebook: Scott Brearley🎧 SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss future episodes!📺 YouTube: The Brearleys Podcast🎵 Spotify: Soulmates & Suitcases👇 What’s one area of life where you need to say NO more often? Drop a comment below! 👇📌 #SoulmatesAndSuitcases #Overcommitment #ThePowerOfThePause #SayingNo #WomenEmpowerment #TinaFletcher #SelfPermission #LisaBrearley #ScottBrearley #AYearOfLoveBook #SixMonthsOfLoveBook #MyPerfectStormBook #overcommittment #newepisode #sayingno #womanempowerment #personalgrowth #selfpermission #guilty #rewriteinternalscript #autopilot #lifebalance #guiltfree

Join us for an unforgettable interview with Scott Brearley, a man whose life journey is a powerful testimony to resilience, redemption, and transformation. From childhood trauma, addiction, and incarceration to surviving cancer, multiple accidents, and deep personal loss, Scott’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. Once believing his life wasn’t worth living, Scott found hope through personal development, healing, and love.Now a certified life coach and co-founder of Forward Walking Choices, Scott is living proof that no matter how dark your past, there is always a path forward. In this interview, he shares his raw truth, the turning points that changed everything, and how he and his wife Lisa are using their story to inspire others to heal, grow, and thrive.You won’t want to miss this powerful conversation about courage, growth, and the freedom found in living authentically.Visit Scott Brearley @ https://forwardwalkingchoices.com

🎧 Episode 15: 🔥 The Comeback Code – Brain First Recovery & the Truth About Healing with Dave & Susan Kenney💭 What if everything you thought you knew about addiction recovery was incomplete—or even wrong? In this powerful, bonus-packed episode of Soulmates & Suitcases, we sit down with Dave and Susan Kenney, the visionary founders of Emergo Academy, creators of the Actualized Recovery Model, and international best-selling authors. They’re flipping the script on traditional recovery and replacing blame, shame, and powerlessness with science, strength, and story.This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a deep dive into how our brains, beliefs, and language shape our healing.💡 THE TRUTH: You are NOT powerless—and your comeback story starts in your brain.🎙️ What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why addiction is a temporary solution, not a permanent identity✅ The Brain-First Approach that redefines recovery (no 12 steps needed)✅ What the Iceberg Model reveals about the root of addiction✅ Why words like “powerless” can sabotage your healing✅ The ancient power of Eudaimonia (yes, Aristotle had it right!)✅ Why recovery coaches are guides, not rescuers—and how they help rewrite stories✅ The science of neuroplasticity—and how your brain is wired to change✅ What Hebb’s Law has to do with your daily habits and long-term healing✅ How to redefine “Time Out” and step into your Comeback Story✅ The question that changes everything: Are you comfortable with who you are?🌟 Dave Kenney's Mic-Drop Moment: “To give that, you must live that.”🎯 Whether you’re in recovery, coaching others, or simply hungry for transformation, this episode is packed with the insights and tools that will expand your mindset and unlock your next chapter.📖 Endorsed by brain health expert Dr. Daniel Amen, their book Actualized Recovery is a game-changer—and this conversation brings it to life.💥 Your story isn’t over. It’s just getting good. Come write your comeback with us.🧠 Connect with Dave & Susan Kenney – Emergo Academy👤 Dave Kenney, MEdCo-founder and Director | Emergo Academy📞 Phone: 587.577.8609📧 Email: [email protected] | [email protected]🌐 Website: emergoacademy.com📅 Book an Appointment: Emergo Academy - Book Now📘 Actualized Recovery Book: Available on Amazon and endorsed by Dr. Amen📱 Follow on social:Instagram | Facebook: @ActualizedRecovery | @EmergoAcademy🎧 CONNECT & PURCHASE BOOKS with Scott & Lisa Brearley:🌐 Website: Forward Walking Choices📚 Books That Will Change Your Life🛍️ Exclusive Offers🌐 Lisa Facebook: Lisa Dawn Brearley🌐 Scott Facebook: Scott Brearley🎧 SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss future episodes! 🎙️📺 YouTube: The Brearleys🎵 Spotify👇 What part of YOUR story are you ready to reclaim? Drop a comment—we want to hear your comeback. 👇📌 Hashtags for Spotify:#SoulmatesAndSuitcases #ActualizedRecovery #EmergoAcademy #DaveKenney #SusanKenney #RecoveryCoachWarrior #BrainFirstRecovery #Neuroplasticity #ComebackStory #HealingJourney #ScottBrearley #LisaBrearley #AYearOfLoveBook #MyPerfectStormBook #RewriteYourStory #NotPowerless #RecoveryRedefined #DrAmenEndorsed #brainfirst #newepisode #addictionrecovery #addictionandrecovery #addictionrecoverypath #neuroplasticity #powerofwords #eudomonia #12steps #hebb'slaw #hebbslaw #mindsetshift #mindset