The Courage to Fully Live

ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Tina Sellers is a licensed sex and gender feminist psychotherapist, best-selling author, researcher, professor, and media personality whose expertise spans sex therapy, spiritual intimacy, parenting, medicine, and social justice. If you’re ready to erase sexual shame from your life once and for all, this conversation will move you one step closer to doing just that. Her revolutionary perspectives have been expressed on platforms such as Spirituality & Health, Refinery 29, Vocal, Medium, and Bust Magazines, along with many podcast, radio, news, and TV outlets. Known for exposing the impact of patriarchy and sexual shame on our ability to securely attach to our partners, and instruct our children to attach to theirs, Dr. Sellers’ book Sex, God, & the Conservative Church – Erasing Shame from Sexual Intimacy has had a global impact. Her latest book, Shameless Parenting – Everything You Need to Raise Shame-free, Confident Kids and Heal Your Shame Too! was a New Release Bestseller in eight categories. She speaks throughout the world on how to heal, and how to raise shame-free relationally confident children. In 2015, Dr. Sellers founded the Northwest Institute on Intimacy, a post-graduate institute to train psychotherapists, educators, clergy, and physicians in sexual health, healing sexual shame and trauma, and understanding their sexual biases.ABOUT THE HOST: ⁠Bekah Slider⁠ Confidence Coach Motivational Speaker Host of “The Courage to Fully Live” PodcastBekah is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self. As a confidence coach and speaker, she helps women drop the good girl persona, liberate their self expression and create a full turn on of their voice, visibility and impact.She also gets a little naked on OnlyFans. IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠OnlyFans: Bekah SliderPodcast: Listen on Apple or Listen on Spotify  

This episode dives deep into Tony's journey, reflecting on his past struggles with severe anger, the impact on his relationships, his path to seeking therapy and church support, and ultimately how he overcame his anger to become a better father and person. Tony shares his raw and unfiltered experiences in dealing with anger, the pivotal moments of transformation, and the tools and mindset shifts that enabled his healing.ABOUT THE GUESTTony is an Intuitive Energy Healer, Medium, Coach, Speaker and best-selling author. After the death of his wife in 2011 which left him to raise his then, 5 year old daughter,  by himself, Tony went on a mission to break the generational cycles of anger that raged a war within him.   He now helps men heal generations of anger, create inner peace, and wake up every morning proud of the man staring back at them in the mirror. IG: https://www.instagram.com/thetonyfonte/ YT: https://youtube.com/@thetonyfonte?si=bRtByVPnIV8iHjnJ Website: tonyfonte.com ABOUT THE HOST ⁠Bekah Slider⁠ Confidence Coach Motivational Speaker Host of “The Courage to Fully Live” PodcastBekah is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self. As a confidence coach and speaker, she helps women drop the good girl persona, liberate their self expression and create a full turn on of their voice, visibility and impact.She also gets a little naked on OnlyFans. IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠OnlyFans: Bekah SliderPodcast: Listen on Apple or Listen on Spotify  

Mega Church trauma, alcoholism, sexuality, somatic work & psychedelics... this episode takes so many amazing and wild turns as we navigate Sarah's journey of coming home to herself. ABOUT THE GUEST: Sarah Heringer is a leading voice in holistic health and self-empowerment, blending over a decade of expertise in fitness, nutrition, and personal growth with her signature ability to inspire lasting change. A Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and sought-after coach, Sarah helps women in midlife reclaim their power, health, and confidence by teaching the art of true self-love—beyond clichés and surface-level affirmations. SUBSTACK: https://sarahlheringer.substack.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_somatic_lifecoach/ ABOUT THE HOST: ⁠Bekah Slider⁠  Confidence Coach | Motivational Speaker  Bekah is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self.  She helps women drop the good girl persona and create a full turn on of their voice, visibility and impact. She also occasionally gets a little naked on OnlyFans.  IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ OnlyFans: Bekah Slider

ABOUT THE HOST  ⁠Bekah Slider⁠  Pussy Based Confidence Coach  Motivational Speaker  Host of “The Courage to Fully Live” Bekah is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self.  She helps women drop the good girl persona and create a full turn on of their voice, visibility and impact. She also occasionally gets a little naked on OnlyFans.  IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ OnlyFans: Bekah Slider Podcast: Listen on Apple or Listen on Spotify  

I'm beginning a new season of solo episodes I am calling Quickies with Bekah. These 5-10 minute episodes will be on a variety of topics based on whatever tf I feel like sharing in the moment. Today I share about why it's never been safe for me to stay in bed. Enjoy! ABOUT THE HOST ⁠Bekah Slider⁠  Pussy Based Confidence Coach  Motivational Speaker  Host of “The Courage to Fully Live” Bekah is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self.  She helps women drop the good girl persona and create a full turn on of their voice, visibility and impact. She also occasionally gets a little naked on OnlyFans.  IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ OnlyFans: Bekah Slider Podcast: Listen on Apple or Listen on Spotify  

ABOUT THE GUEST: Abigail Slider is Dayton based photographer focused on capturing the beauty of everyday life. She is passionate about many things including charli xcx and the relationship between humans and nature. She is also has the added privilege and burnden of being the oldest of Bekah Slider's 3 children. Instagram: @abigailinfocus ABOUT THE HOST: ⁠Bekah Slider⁠  Confidence Coach for Disruptive Leaders Motivational Speaker  Host of “The Courage to Fully Live” Bekah is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self.  She now helps disruptors, rebels and revolutionaries drop the good girl persona and expand their voice, visibility & impact.  She occasionally gets a little naked on OnlyFans.  IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ OnlyFans: Bekah Slider

ABOUT THE GUEST: Husband, entrepreneur, veteran and athlete. A fixation with finding out what made himself and others tick, led to years of learning, studying and eventually teaching, and mentoring, specifically in the areas of leadership, psychology and fitness. On his podcast, Extraordinary Animals, he sits down with guests who’ve become exceptional at whatever they do, to learn about their life’s path.   Podcast: Extraordinary Animals on Apple & Spotify IG: @preppy_caveman​Substack: preppycaveman ABOUT THE HOST: ⁠Bekah Slider⁠ is a Confidence Coach, Speaker & Host of the Podcast “The Courage to Fully Live” As an ex-pastor, she walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self.  She now helps ambitious humans build unshakable confidence, liberate their self expression & create a life they’re lit the f*ck up by. IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ OnlyFans: Bekah Slider Podcast: Listen on Apple or Listen on Spotify  

A duo interview where we chat about a variety of things including betrayal, healing, beauty standards, parenting and alchemizing personal pain into powerful purpose. ABOUT THE GUEST: Haelly is a multi-passionate entrepreneur who helps individuals challenge limiting beliefs, foster self-love, and achieve personal transformation. On her podcast, Healing with Haelly, she shares inspiring stories and practical tools to spark growth and connection. IG: https://www.instagram.com/haellymkirk PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-with-haelly/id1723722983 ABOUT THE HOST ⁠Bekah Slider⁠ is a Confidence & Authenticity Coach, Speaker & Host of the Podcast “The Courage to Fully Live” Bekah Slider is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self.  She now helps ambitious humans build unshakable confidence, liberate their self expression & create a life they’re lit the f*ck up by. IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ OnlyFans: Bekah Slider Podcast: Listen on Apple or Listen on Spotify   https://linktr.ee/bekahslider 

ABOUT THE GUEST: Jana D Angel Starseed is a Vocal Alchemist, Seer, Channel, Creatrix, and mystic. She has a deep connection to the spiritual realm and its many beings, with a special relationship with the Angels. Using Vocal techniques & vibrations, and Inner Sight, Jana is able to quickly shift & transmute energies, interact with the Spirit Realm, and retrieve healing wisdom from within the soul. FREE Vocal Alchemy recording: https://angelstarseed.ca/vaactivatedeeperpurpose722074 Unlock Your Voice Foundations Course: https://angelstarseed.ca/unlock-your-voice ABOUT THE HOST: ⁠Bekah Slider⁠ is a Confidence & Authenticity Coach, Speaker & Host of the Podcast “The Courage to Fully Live” Bekah Slider is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self.  She now helps ambitious humans build unshakable confidence, liberate their self expression & create a life they’re lit the f*ck up by. IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ OnlyFans: Bekah Slider Podcast: Listen on Apple or Listen on Spotify   https://linktr.ee/bekahslider 

The journey to finding yourself is one thing, but the real challenge comes when you finally have the courage to own and express it. Jillian Abby is a beautiful example of how the choosing the path that leads you home is always the best decision you can make. She is no stranger to making major changes in pursuit of the most fulfilling life. Her path took her from Buffalo, to Bolivia, Boston, and beyond only for her to learn one key lesson: finding fulfillment is an inside job.  Check out her debut memoir, Perfectly Queer that made Good Morning America’s list of 15 delightful books perfect for spring reading. Jillian Abby is a motivational speaker, intuitive writing coach, and corporate ghostwriter through her business, Storyteller Soul, LLC.  IG: @JillianAbbyAuthor TT: @HelloJillian Abby Substack: JillianAbby.Substack.com Book: Perfectly Queer: https://a.co/d/1GrY9f1 ABOUT THE HOST: ⁠Bekah Slider⁠ is a Life & Confidence Coach, Speaker & Host of the Podcast “The Courage to Fully Live” She helps ambitious humans build unshakable confidence, liberate their self expression & create a life they’re lit tf up by. Bekah Slider is an ex-pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with, and live as her true self.  Free Bingable Mini Series: https://rebekahslider.com/landing/you-2-0-method  Signature Course: ⁠Rediscovering You⁠ Use code COURAGE for $200 off ⁠ Book a call⁠ IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ Website: ⁠rebekahslider.com⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

Sexuality. Entrepreneurship. Intuition. Safety in our body. Divorce.  ‘Fuck you’ rants.  Forgiveness. & so much more.  Christine is a force to be reckoned with.  A badass woman who said ‘no more’ to the good girl era and ‘hell yes’ to wild abandon & living life on her terms.  We hit on so many good things in this episode… you don’t want to miss it.  ABOUT THE GUEST:  Christine Banno is NO B.S., Spicy AF, Psychic Coach + Podcast Host & the Co Founder of Club Unhinged. She helps you dissolve shit from your past, embody YOU 2.0 & design a life you’re obsessed with.  IG: @christinebanno Holy F/ck Moment Podcast:  Listen on APPLE Listen on SPOTIFY Club Unhinged  Daily Coaching Club ABOUT THE HOST:  ⁠Bekah Slider⁠, Confidence Coach, Speaker & Authenticity Expert  Helping you build unshakable confidence, liberate your self expression & reclaim the life you came here for. Bekah Slider is an ex pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with and live as her true self.  Free Bingable Mini Series: YOU 2.0 Signature Course: ⁠Rediscovering You⁠ Use code COURAGE for $200 off ⁠ Book a call⁠ IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ Website: ⁠rebekahslider.com⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠  Only Fans 🌶️

And when it comes to the masks you wear, who are you wearing the 'Achiever' mask for? This is just one of the many things we chat about in this episode on ditching corporate and letting go of proving energy in order to honor the core of who we really are. Kristin shares on the challenge & the beauty of trusting your intuition in a noisy world. ABOUT THE GUEST: From corporate hustler to purpose guide, Kristin Quattlebaum is a nomad traveling full time, helping others activate fulfillment, freedom of expression + the courage to be who TF they are in the world.  Kristin has mastered the bridge between logic and intuition +  believes that this connection is the key to unlocking a deeper understanding of who we are + why we are here. website | kqunplugged.coinstagram | instagram.com/rewildingkqyoutube | https://www.youtube.com/@kqunpluggedsacred rebel podcast | apple | spotify ABOUT THE HOST: ⁠Bekah Slider⁠, Confidence Coach, Speaker & Authenticity Expert  Helping you build unshakable confidence, liberate your self expression & reclaim the life you came here for. Bekah Slider is an ex pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with and live as her true self.  Free Bingable Mini Series: https://rebekahslider.com/landing/you-2-0-method  Signature Course: ⁠Rediscovering You⁠ Use code COURAGE for $200 off Book a call⁠ IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ Website: ⁠rebekahslider.com⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

In this episode Kimberly & I chat at length about creating healthy boundaries with parents that honor whatever integrity looks like to you, personally. She shares her journey of building resilience to rejection and how neuroscience and biohacking have helped heal her body and mind, allowing her to life with more happiness and fulfillment than ever before. ABOUT THE GUEST: Kimberly Jarman is a dynamic Mental Performance Coach dedicated to helping transform high performers into disruptors, guiding them to harness neuroscience-based mindset coaching and biohacking tools. She helps women develop self-worth, confidence, and resilience, enabling them to become the leaders and change-makers they aspire to be. www.kimberlyjarmancoaching.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimberlyjarman IG: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyjarmancoaching/ Mindset To Reach Your Full Potential: subscribepage.io/l0z2BC ABOUT THE HOST:  ⁠Bekah Slider⁠ Confidence Coach, Speaker & Authenticity Expert  Helping you build unshakable confidence, liberate your self expression & reclaim the life you came here for. Bekah Slider is an ex pastor who walked away from ministry, religion and unsupportive beliefs, in order to find, fall in love with and live as her true self.  Free Bingable Mini Series: https://rebekahslider.com/landing/you-2-0-method  Signature Course: ⁠Rediscovering You⁠ Use code COURAGE for $200 off ⁠ Book a call⁠ IG: ⁠@bekahslider⁠ FB: ⁠bekahslider⁠ Website: ⁠rebekahslider.com⁠ Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

Meaghan built a multiple six figure companies from scratch with only a grade 10 education. On top of that, she left her home & family at 15 years old, wrestled with addiction and toxic relationships for years and experienced loads of failure in work & business. In this episode she shares what she realized that created powerful change and how she's been not only able to maintain these shifts but to absolutely thrive and help others do the same. ABOUT MY GUEST Meaghan Long, Business Therapist and Scaling expert  Ex-bartender, grade 10 drop out turned multi-six-figure coach in 11 months  Helping women cut the cord with the muted version of themselves claiming 5-figure months as their normal.  IG: @meaghanlong.coaching 10K months scale guide Client Attraction FB group ABOUT THE HOST: Bekah Slider, Confidence Coach & Authenticity Expert Ex-pastor, deconstructed all of her beliefs in order to find, love & live in her truest expression Helping ambitious women live liberated & authentic lives, claiming the income & impact they came here for. Free bingeable 'YOU 2.0' Mini Series IG: @bekahslider FB: bekahslider Website: rebekahslider.com Email: [email protected]  Signature Course: Rediscovering You Book a call

This isn't your average story and this woman isn't your average human. She is brave and inspiring AF. You wanna talk about breaking out of programming? This woman left (the equivalent of a cult she was raised in after 37 years of conditioning and rule following. She was excommunicated and lost everything she ever knew in order to find herself. And although the cost was incredibly great, you'll hear how priceless the pay off was. ABOUT MY GUEST: Checkout her Freebie: The Empowered Leader and Business Owner: How to Preserve Your Passion and Prevent Burnout https://annbecks.kartra.com/page/fhH308 Ann is a keynote speaker, coach and creator of Lotus Leadership and Reclaim Your Energy.  After 35 years in healthcare as a nurse practitioner, she now helps other women who are feeling burned out, to halt the hustle so that they live and lead from the heart. She lovingly challenges the stories clients bring about what gets in the way of living fully with ease and joy. Curiosity and a dedication to accessing the truth, bring people in contact with their heart so that life becomes a beautiful experience. Ann inspires her clients to reconnect with their true selves and courageously explore the roots of burnout in their own lives so that they experience life, career and business through a fresh new lens of joy and calm confidence.

This convo with Manasi Mody is raw, vulnerable and inspiring af. She grew up in an Indian household and faced loads of societal expectations that undervalued her dreams and her voice just because she was a girl. After battling chronic people pleasing that led her into a 5 year struggle with depression, she found herself, her voice and her purpose. She talks about parenting, marriage and her passion for empowering women everywhere to challenge the status quo and step into the life they came here for. GUEST INFO: Manasi Mody grew up in an Indian household, facing societal expectations that undervalued her dreams because she was a girl. Refusing to accept this narrative, she embarked on a transformative journey of self-discovery.  Manasi shattered societal constraints with unwavering determination, creating a life of purpose and fulfillment. As a Women's Empowerment Coach and Speaker, she empowers women to live personally fulfilling lives by challenging the status quo, embracing their unique worth, and fostering inclusive and supportive environments Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/manasimody/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@manasimody

Having experienced massive corporate burnout, Tiffany Leader knows all about the signs, the exhaustion and what it takes to exchange it for a life of peace & purpose. She shares her journey of overcoming internal pressure, societal expectations and the fear of not being enough in order to create a life she loves. Tiffany Leader is a burnout coach and the CEO of See the Wonder, LLC.   She uses her personal experience & professional experience as a psychotherapist to coach high achieving women in eliminating burnout & live a life they truly desire - at peace and with purpose. IG: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.leader  FB: https://www.facebook.com/tiffanyleaderlcsw  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Tiffanyleader

What happens when you realize you've been lying to yourself your entire life? In this episode, Mel Brown shares her personal story of a radical awakening that took place through a plant medicine ceremony at the age of 38. She realized she had been stuffing her feelings for decades, people pleasing on the daily and taking care of others at the cost of completely losing herself. But after the plant medicine ceremony, everything became clear and her life has never been the same. ABOUT THE GUEST: Mel has dedicated much of her life to self-discovery, intensively focusing on personal growth for the past five years. Committed to investing her time and energy in pursuits that bring her joy, she recently partnered with Rain to create the podcast "Expand with Mel and Rain." The podcast explores overcoming limiting beliefs to live a joyful, creative, and fulfilling life. It emphasizes finding light in perceived darkness and recognizing the gifts within what we may shame ourselves for. At its core, it's about self-acceptance and self-love. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@expandwithmelandrain EMAIL: [email protected] PODCAST: Expand with Mel & Rain Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/expand-with-mel-and-rain/id1702205206  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/060dXt7bpwMBEAiVc35Ok3

If you’ve ever struggled with physical & mental health issues that left you with little motivation to live let alone thrive, you’re going to greatly appreciate this conversation.  Blakk Momba shares the heaviness of being in a long season of depression and negative self talk and the choice point she came to that helped her start breaking free.  She speaks on her journey of reclaiming her mental health and redefining what it looks like to live in radical acceptance and deep authenticity. BlakkMOMba is the host of the podcast Momba Raw and Unfiltered, a show that gives you an authentic and genuine thought process on a variety of topics that affect us on a deeper level. Topics such as adversity, generational curses, mental health, pain, and how to overcome it. Her show also highlights positive personalities in our world who are pushing their pain into purpose, as well as how to have higher vibrational interactions in the virtual world.

If you’re leaning into breaking rules, blurring lines and tossing traditions, this one is for you.  In this episode I chat with Andrea Enright who gets raw and real about her 8 year polyamorous lifestyle.  She hits on the pain, the triggers, the shifts and the transformations that led her to the most beautiful homecoming…back to herself.  We converse about the importance of love being unattached, releasing control & judgment and challenging what we think we know to be true so we can decide what gets to be true.  xoxo, Bekah About my guest:  Andrea Enright is a brand strategist that specializes in the messy transition between corporate and coaching………helping her clients get brave, bloom big, and broadcast their true voice on LinkedIn and life. The result is clarity, confidence, the right message, thought leadership and the right clients.   She is a speaker, a podcast host, a rule-breaker, a mediocre runner, and a dedicated mama.  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andrea-enright Website: thebootfactor.com  Email: [email protected]

In this episode, I have the privilege of chatting with Joey Aich, a talented hip-hop artist and all-around gem of a human. We talk about the identity crisis he walked through that helped him discover his true passion.  We also dive into the necessity of maintaining an optimistic mindset amid challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of owning your own value, and the truth about fulfillment vs fame.  If you want to be encouraged by tenacity, optimism and a commitment to your dreams, you’re going to love Joey Aich. FIND JOEY AICH: IG: @joeyaich4 Website: joeyaich.com Twitter: @joeyaich4 FB: /joeyaich4 YT: youtube.com/JoeyAich   SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4LAP3lPQHAnrlyyCUXojFT?si=YA_xYv5cTNKbPZj-o7ShOA  BANDCAMP - Joeyaich.bandcamp.com  NPR Tiny Desk Submission - https://youtu.be/qRtSNWv5H5w  BROWN LIQUOR MUSIC VIDEO - https://youtu.be/IVEiwjDrR2g  JOEY AICH TOUR DATES:  https://www.joeyaich.com/tour

In this episode, Bekah talks with Whitney Brewer who shares her transformative journey from self-criticism to self-love.  Through engaging personal stories, Whitney discusses overcoming societal norms, and the importance of self-expression. The conversation delves into the power of safe spaces, accountability, and the impact of choosing self-love even before you feel you deserve it. Whitney emphasizes 'life is now' as a mantra, urging listeners to step into their authentic selves without delay, illustrating the profound changes that embracing vulnerability and authenticity can bring. 03:09 Whitney's Personal Journey in Self-Love 06:34 The Turning Point: Choosing Change Over Stagnation 09:15 The Importance of Support and Accountability in Growth 15:03 Overcoming Societal Norms and Personal Critiques 18:52 Embracing Vulnerability and Body Positivity 20:30 The Power of Feeling Seen and Healing 23:28 Transformative Photography: Beyond Boudoir to Intimacy 27:57 Navigating Vulnerability in Personal Growth 32:00 The Courage to Express Authenticity Whitney Brewer is a boudoir, brand and erotica photographer, a podcast host, an energy worker and no bullshit business mentor.  Her healing journey has allowed her to become an expert in overcoming shame, self beat-up and limiting beliefs that stop people from living their most authentic lives. Her specialty is unveiling self-love and confidence through a transformational body-positive, uplifting and life-changing experience within her photography sessions.  Website: www.whitneybrewer.com Insta: @whitneybrewer_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xbrewhahax/ Biz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whitneybrewerphoto

This in-depth interview with licensed therapist Wesley Bass dives into various personal and professional topics including people pleasing, the power and pitfalls of internal beliefs, the concept of gaslighting ourselves, and the journey of deconstructing religious and societal programming. Wesley shares his transitional experiences from a period of hopelessness to finding strength in questioning and redefining his beliefs and lifestyle.  We dive into what it looks like to operate in healthy masculinity and redefine how to express and empower yourself from the inside out. 03:41 Navigating the Complexities of Emotions and Beliefs 14:45 Exploring Identity, Religion, and the Quest for Truth 22:26 Exploring Existentialism and Personal Truth 28:59 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Embracing Success 32:43 Navigating True Masculinity 40:07 Setting Goals and Embracing New Challenges Wesley Bass is a licensed mental health therapist serving the community of Dayton, OH since 2014. It is his mission as a therapist to nourish space where his clients feel seen and safe to develop and empower their authentic self. His focus is on trauma, dissociative disorders, spiritual and religious abuse/trauma, phase of life/existential issues, and grief counseling. Drawing from Existential Psychology, Humanistic, Jungian, and Psychoanalytic approaches he implements interventions such as traditional talk therapy, hypnotherapy, guided meditation, mindfulness, shadow-work, and Tarot reading to help clients break free from what binds them, feel grounded, and become embodied.  Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/wesley-bass-dayton-oh/925987  FB: Wesley Bass 

Shame, Striving and Believing You Matter In this episode of 'The Courage to Fully Live', host Bekah shares two pivotal childhood experiences that  planted seeds of shame tied to the belief that she wasn’t worth defending and didn’t matter.  She discusses the challenges of healing and emphasizes that true self-worth cannot be derived from external sources but must come from within, advocating for a deep, transformative approach to self-love that involves vulnerability, healing past wounds, and filling up one's own 'love tank' to enable authentic connections with others.  00:46 Childhood Memories: The Origin of “I don’t matter” 03:34 The Struggle with Self-Worth 04:59 The Power of Shame 06:28 The Journey of Self-Discovery 12:38 The Power of Self-Validation 14:27 The Role of Relationships in Self-Validation

This episode features Deborah McDaniel, a leadership coach, and mentor for successful high-achieving women entrepreneurs. We dive into how to maintain resilience, particularly when facing strong opinions from family members. We discuss the resistance and battles faced in seeking authenticity, the need for vulnerability, and the courage to keep moving forward despite fears. We also hit on how to handle the mental blocks that arise when you feel stuck and want to quit, but what’s really needed is permission to pivot.  03:35 Unpacking Perfectionism 06:23 The Struggle with Pseudo Confidence 11:09 The Impact of Family Opinions  23:45 The Power of Pivoting: Embracing Change 30:00 Overcoming Stagnation 31:50 The Illusion of No Choice 44:06 The Brag Book: Celebrating Your Wins 50:36 Commitment: The Key to Achieving Your Goals 52:28 Closing Thoughts: Embracing Your Light

In this solo episode, Bekah shares:   why she views Ariel the Little Mermaid as the Original Baddie of the Disney Princesses.  the importance of moving away from the familiar and taking risks in the pursuit of our desires and freedom. the privilege of being the author and main character in our own story a bold challenge to question beliefs & stories that hold us back from living our most authentic lives.  03:28 The Power of Honesty 04:07 Breaking Free from Expectations 04:48 The Cost of Comfort 06:30 The Beauty of Being Human 11:36 Flipping the Script: Embracing the Unknown 14:20 The Original Baddie: Ariel's The Little Mermaid 16:59 Conclusion: Living Your Big Life

In this revealing interview, Sara Richmond, a web and app copywriter known for her empathetic approach and humor, speaks candidly on her journey of leaving her faith, surviving an abusive marriage, and the  process of self-healing and renewal.  Coming from an evangelical Christian framework, she describes how it initially offered her a sense of belonging and approval she desperately sought. However, her exploration of faith and her identity in religion ultimately led her to significant revelations about the toxic illusions she was living under.  The realization triggered a painful yet liberating deconstruction process as she questioned the very foundation of her beliefs. She explains how her autonomy, self-compassion, and hope got her through, leading to greater self-understanding, acceptance, and enjoyment in life.  She emphasizes the beauty of life as an adventure, a journey of discovery, growth, and constant learning. Sara also discusses how this whole experience has allowed her to have a deeper connection with herself and feels she embodies more love, kindness, and joy than ever before, even outside her religious ties. 02:57 The Struggles of Conforming to Religious Beliefs 05:19 The Impact of Evangelical Christianity on Personal Identity 08:29 The Painful Process of Deconstruction and Self-Realization 16:07 The Aftermath: Rebuilding Her Life and Rediscovering Herself 20:11 The Power of Hope and Embracing Life as an Adventure 30:42 The Freedom of Being True to Oneself Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraarichmond/ Website: https://lessonsinconcrete.com/  Bekah Slider is a speaker, coach and host of The Courage to Fully Live podcast. Her greatest passion is supporting female entrepreneurs master self doubt so they can own their worth, step into their power and easily create the income and impact they desire. IG: @bekahslider FB: /bekahslider Website: rebekahslider.com Email: [email protected] 

Colette Hamon shares her transformation from a farm girl to successfully founding two brands in the lingerie and sexual empowerment industry. Colette reflects on her journey of dealing with failed relationships and battling societal expectations to reclaim her own life and authenticity.  She hits on the importance of self-acceptance and dives deep into the issue of disconnect between people and their own bodies, emphasizing the intrinsic link between self-love and sexuality.  01:30 Unpacking Colette's Love Life 04:05 The Struggle of Self-Acceptance 04:41 Colette's Journey of Self-Discovery 07:11 The Power of Vulnerability and Self-Awareness 08:10 The Transformation from Victim to Victor 16:25 The Power of Self-Awareness in Relationships 20:47 The Struggle of Being Misunderstood 24:54 Overcoming the Taboos of Sexuality 27:29 The Impact of Women's Disconnection from Their Bodies 28:44 The Importance of Embracing Sexuality 46:35 The Power of Choosing Love and Openness @colettehamon BraTopia.ca Frenchpostcard.ca LinkedIn: Colette Hamon Bekah Slider is a speaker, coach and host of The Courage to Fully Live podcast. Her greatest passion is supporting female entrepreneurs master self doubt so they can own their worth, step into their power and easily create the income and impact they desire. IG: @bekahslider FB: /bekahslider Website: rebekahslider.com Email: [email protected] 

In this episode, Bekah and her guest, Anthea Bell, discuss the complexities of personal transformation, authentic self-expression and self-empowerment.  They explore aspects of their own personal journeys including battles with perfectionism, confronting ego-driven behaviors and dealing with anger. They discuss the significance of self-love and self-acceptance while challenging societal norms and beliefs.  The conversation touches on the evolution of parenting, significance of authenticity in relationships, and the importance of individual growth and personal choices. 01:15 The Courage to Live Authentically 02:32 The Importance of Self-Care and Self-Growth 07:28 Exploring the Concept of Belonging 09:53 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Empowerment 27:34 The Importance of Allowing Anger 34:53 The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Children 40:54 The Challenge of Helping Others Change 47:25 The Journey of Self-Expression and Authenticity 52:55 The Importance of Living Authentically Anthea Bell is a British born Embodiment Coach: supporting those she works with toward profound mind-body connection and beyond, to transformative self-knowing & self empowerment.  Insta: @ab_embodiment  Website: www.ab-embodimentcoaching.org Podcast: Finding Your Way Home - The secrets to true alignment https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/finding-your-way-home-the-secrets-to-true-alignment/id1708795062 Bekah Slider is a speaker, coach and host of The Courage to Fully Live podcast. Her greatest passion is supporting female entrepreneurs master self doubt so they can own their worth, step into their power and easily create the income and impact they desire. IG: @bekahslider FB: /bekahslider Website: rebekahslider.com Email: [email protected] 

Welcome to The Courage to Fully Live! This podcast is designed to help you break free from mind fuckery, connect back to who you really are and embrace the privilege and joy of being unapologetically YOU.  Your life is too valuable to keep operating in subtle self abandonment. When you not only remember who you really are but have the courage to express that authentic version of yourself - that’s when life really begins