The Becoming Years with Alina Wilson

Alina and Faye Inger, a novelist with a background in forensic psychology, discuss her journey, insights on intuition, and the dynamics of relationships. The conversation covers themes of forensic psychology's impact on her personal transformation, spiritual awakening, and the power of community. The discussion also emphasizes the significance of supportive relationships and the normalization of taboo topics. If you're ready to tap into your creativity, this episode is for you! TakeawaysIntuition and BoundariesRenaissance and Self-Discovery The power of community and supportive relationships is essential for personal growth.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Faye Inger06:00 Transition and Becoming11:20 Belief, Perception, and Relationships18:23 Parenting and Self-Discovery25:26 Rebalancing Relationships and Self-Reflection33:48 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Transformation42:39 The Power of Community and Supportive Relationships53:14 Normalizing Taboo Topics and Following One's CallingAbout Fay Inger:https://www.fayingerauthor.com/https://www.youtube.com/@SoularFlowAlina's Resources:- Get Alina's Book! Thoughtful Aging - Restoring Honor to the Aging Process: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7D92HZ5/- Get your free Thoughtful Aging Guide: https://www.bpwcenter.com/Follow Alina and her work here:- Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BecomingYears- Instagram - @bridgeportlaserandwellness: https://www.instagram.com/bridgeportlaserandwellness- Facebook - @bridgeportwellness: https://www.facebook.com/bridgeportwellness/Have A Question?- Have a Question For Alina That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave her a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/thebecomingyearspodcast

Have you ever wondered why certain scents calm your nervous system and others don't? Aromatherapy expert Angela Sidlo answers this question and more! Her science-based approach focuses on the use of essential oils and aromatherapy for menopause and overall wellness. TakeawaysEssential oils have a profound impact on the body and mind, triggering emotional and physiological responses.The use of essential oils and aromatherapy can be a powerful tool for managing menopause symptoms and promoting overall well-being. Holistic approach to healthImpact of environmental toxinsEmotional well-being and healthChapters00:00 Introduction to Becoming Years Podcast06:22 The Healing Power of Aromatherapy13:55 The Ritual and Reverence of Aromatherapy22:40 Understanding the Impact of Scent and Chemicals38:31 Choosing Healthier Products and Reading Labels49:47 The Role of Essential Oils in Emotional and Physical Well-beingAngela Sidlo, AAT, CHA, CR:Book - Aromatherapy for Menopause Success: https://a.co/d/03HPwqbIWebsites: www.linktr.ee/Angela_Sidlo www.AngelaSidlo.com  www.learnangelasidlo.comCancer Care Products: http://www.HolisticIntegrativeTherapiesLLC.comThistle Farms, a non profit for marginalized women. [email protected]  www.thistlefarms.orgFoot Reflexology Chart: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Foot_Reflexology_chart.jpgFollow Alina and her work here:Get My Book! Thoughtful Aging - Restoring Honor to the Aging Process: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7D92HZ5/- Subscribe to my YouTube Channel:   / @becomingyears  - Instagram - @bridgeportlaserandwellness: https://www.instagram.com/bridgeportlasera...- Facebook - @bridgeportwellness: https://www.facebook.com/bridgeportwellness/Have A Question?- Have a Question For Alina That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave her a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/thebecomingyears

Just what is sensuality and why does it matter? In this episode, Alina explores the distinction between sensuality and sexuality, the impact of purity culture on women, the role of neuroscience in sensory experience, the process of reigniting sensuality, and the journey of overcoming shame. She shares personal insights on how these themes intersect and influence women's lives, offering a path to reclaiming sensuality and embracing a more fulfilling experience of life and sexuality.TakeawaysSensuality vs. SexualityImpact of Purity CultureNeuroscience and Sensory ExperienceReigniting SensualityOvercoming ShameChapters00:00 The Disconnect: Sensuality vs. Sexuality06:58 Neuroscience and Sensory Experience15:25 Overcoming ShameResources:- Get Alina's Book! Thoughtful Aging - Restoring Honor to the Aging Process: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7D92HZ5/- Get your free Thoughtful Aging Guide: https://www.bpwcenter.com/Follow Alina and her work here:- Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BecomingYears- Instagram - @bridgeportlaserandwellness: https://www.instagram.com/bridgeportlaserandwellness- Facebook - @bridgeportwellness: https://www.facebook.com/bridgeportwellness/Have A Question?- Have a Question For Alina That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave her a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/thebecomingyearspodcast

Alina's conversation with Brianna Bass covers topics such as nourishment vs. self-care, emotional wellbeing, aging into perspective, intimacy, platonic relationships, barriers to vulnerability, and finding balance in relationships.Brianna discusses the impact of high-functioning codependency and the importance of building a life for sustained relevance. The over-functioning and under-functioning dynamic in relationships is explored, along with the challenges and strategies for finding balance and mutual support.The conversation highlights the impact of unspoken expectations, the process of grieving the identity of the over-functioner, the use of high functioning as a defense mechanism, the concept of quick wins in reconditioning negative self-talk, the importance of deep genuine connection and communication, the idea of becoming the friend or partner one desires, the role of active participation in building connections, the commitment to relationship building, and the process of reconditioning negative self-talk.TakeawaysNourishment over self-careImpact of high-functioning codependencyBuilding a life for sustained relevanceOver-functioning and under-functioning in relationships Unspoken expectationsGrieving the identity of the one who carries it allHigh functioning as a defense mechanism against feelingQuick wins in reconditioning negative self-talkChapters00:00 Introduction to Brianna Bass06:21 Emotional Wellbeing and Connection13:33 Pillars of Intimacy and Life Investment20:28 Over-Functioning and Under-Functioning in Relationships25:43 Unspoken Expectations and Communication34:25 Deep Genuine Connection and Communication44:37 Reconditioning Negative Self-TalkBriana Bass. M.Ed CMHC, PhD:Website: https://brianabass.org/Paper City Magazine: https://www.papercitymag.com/fashion/briana-bass-therapist-dallas-mental-health/Voyage Magazine: https://voyagedallas.com/interview/community-highlights-meet-briana-bass-of-the-wellness-instituteFollow Alina and her work here:Get My Book! Thoughtful Aging - Restoring Honor to the Aging Process: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7D92HZ5/- Subscribe to my YouTube Channel:   / @becomingyears  - Instagram - @bridgeportlaserandwellness: https://www.instagram.com/bridgeportlasera...- Facebook - @bridgeportwellness: https://www.facebook.com/bridgeportwellness/Have A Question?- Have a Question For Alina That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave her a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/thebecomingyears

The conversation delves into the themes of midlife unraveling and reconstruction, the intersection of sexuality and spirituality, and the process of restructuring and transformation. It explores the challenges and experiences of women navigating these transformative phases in their lives, offering insights and reflections on the journey of self-discovery and growth. It explores phases of change, rewards for letting go, undoing of persona, and creative unleashing. It then navigates the battle of the opposites from a neuroscience perspective, addressing the central nervous system, integration of frameworks, and creative expression in relationships.TakeawaysMidlife unraveling and reconstructionThe intersection of sexuality and spiritualityThe process of restructuring and transformation 10-year journeyReconciliation of opposites Embracing curiosityThe importance of individual workUnderstanding the masculine and feminineResponsibility and consciousnessChapters00:00 The Process of Restructuring and Transformation33:13 The 10-Year Journey of Reconciliation38:29 Body Talk and Intuition in Dating01:01:28 Exploring Relationships and Self-Discovery01:09:04 Energetic Flow and Societal ImpactDeborah Lukovich, PhD:Memoir with a dedicated page and links ot other interviews: https://www.deborahlukovich.com/whensexmeetsgodDepth of Wisdom six-month coaching program: https://www.deborahlukovich.com/depthofwisdomprogramWebsite: https://www.deborahlukovich.com/ - get a free download of my previous book, Your Soul is Talking. Are You Listening? Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@deborahlukovich8006/videos - I have instructional videos, interviews, videos about exploring dreams.Dose of Depth Podcast: https://doseofdepth.buzzsprout.com/Deborah Lukovich, PhD: https://www.pvcnr.com/archives/59573Alina's Resources:- Get My Book! Thoughtful Aging - Restoring Honor to the Aging Process: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7D92HZ5/Follow me and my work here:- Instagram - @bridgeportlaserandwellness: https://www.instagram.com/bridgeportlasera...- Facebook - @bridgeportwellness: https://www.facebook.com/bridgeportwellness/Have A Question?- Have a question For Alina that you’d like to hear answered on the Podcast? Leave her a voice note here: https://www.speakpipe.com/thebecomingyears

The Becoming Years podcast explores the challenges of ending friendships with grace and navigating betrayal in friendships. The conversation delves into the pain of ending friendships, recognizing signs of a friendship running its course, graceful endings, and allowing space in friendships. It also covers ending friendships with clarity and compassion, navigating betrayal, and rebuilding community and capacity for friendships.TakeawaysEnding friendships with graceNavigating betrayal in friendshipsCreating a new communityChapters00:00 Introduction to The Becoming Years06:30 Graceful Endings and Allowing Space in Friendships13:04 Navigating Betrayal in Friendships19:13 Rebuilding Community and Capacity for FriendshipsReferences:Mental Health Network: https://www.pvcnr.com/archives/59573Sarah Baldwin / @sarahbcoaching / https://www.sarahbaldwincoaching.com/Resources:- Get My Free Thoughtful Aging Assessment: https://thoughtfulagingbook.com/- Get My Book! Thoughtful Aging - Restoring Honor to the Aging Process: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7D92HZ5/- Get your free Thoughtful Aging Guide: https://www.bpwcenter.com/Follow me and my work here:- Subscribe to my YouTube Channel:   / @becomingyears  - Subscribe to my Substack: https://thoughtfulaging.substack.com/- Instagram - @bridgeportlaserandwellness: https://www.instagram.com/bridgeportlasera...- Facebook - @bridgeportwellness: https://www.facebook.com/bridgeportwellness/Have A Question?- Have a Question For Alina That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave her a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/thebecomingyears

Today I want to talk about beauty—not the kind we’re sold,but the kind we feel. Most of us struggle with the belief that beauty conditional - that we must look a certain way to be accepted or feel worthy.So here are ten gentle, human things you can do to feel more beautiful—not because they change how you look,but because they change how you relate to yourself.Resources:—Get My Free Thoughtful Aging Assessment: https://thoughtfulagingbook.com/Get My Book! Thoughtful Aging - Restoring Honor to the Aging Process: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7D92HZ5/—Get your free Thoughtful Aging Guide: https://www.bpwcenter.com/Follow me and my work here:—Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BecomingYears—Subscribe to my Substack: https://thoughtfulaging.substack.com/—Instagram - @bridgeportlaserandwellness: https://www.instagram.com/bridgeportlaserandwellness/—Facebook - @bridgeportwellness: https://www.facebook.com/bridgeportwellness/Have A Question?—Have a Question For Alina That You’d Like To Hear Answered on the Podcast? Leave her a Voice Note Here: https://www.speakpipe.com/thebecomingyearspodcast

What if aging isn’t something to resist, but something to meet with intention? In this opening solo episode of The Becoming Years, author and host Alina Wilson reflects on aging, choice, and the wisdom shaped through experience. Drawing from her life as a mother, grandmother, and listener to thousands of women across generations, Alina introduces a new kind of conversation—one that explores how we live over time, and why becoming never ends.