What If Everything ACTUALLY Works Out? | Joy McCarthy EP19
Release Date: 05/27/2025
How to Detach From Identities That No Longer Fit You with Coleman Flentge
Becoming Unbound
Have you ever felt like the title you worked so hard for, “teacher,” “nurse,” “entrepreneur” no longer fits who you’re becoming? 👀 In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with former music teacher turned coach and founder of The Uninterrupted Life, Coleman Flentge, for a vulnerable, honest, and wildly affirming conversation about shedding old identities and choosing a life that actually feels good from the inside out. We talk about the grief and guilt of walking away from “noble” careers, the pressure to martyr yourself for the job, and the quiet inner...
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If You Feel Trapped by the Life You Built, Listen to This with Eddy Tony | EP29
Becoming Unbound
Ever built a shiny life that “should” feel good… but your soul’s like nope? In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Eddy Tony for a heart-opening conversation on identity pivots, nervous system healing, and redefining freedom on your own terms. We trace Eddy’s journey from restaurant and nightclub owner to breathwork guide and author, the rock-bottom moment that changed everything, and the practices that helped him trade hustle for inner peace. You’ll learn the one simple check-in to hear your real inner voice, a micro step to get unstuck today, and a grounded...
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How to Stop People-Pleasing & Finally Choose You with Johanna Burkhart | EP28
Becoming Unbound
Ready to unlearn the people-pleasing and finally choose you? In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Johanna Burkhart for a real, soul-forward conversation on breaking trauma-shaped identities, reclaiming boundaries, and mastering your frequency. From losing her father and walking through burnout to leaving her marriage and traveling as a nomad, Johanna shares how she rebuilt safety within and crafted a life that follows her soul’s desire. She unpacks her channeled Purification Process (four simple statements to shift out of spirals fast) plus how to spot...
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I Quit My Job With No Plan… Here’s What Happened with Alexis Cook | EP27
Becoming Unbound
Have you ever felt your body whisper “this isn’t it”—then start shouting it? In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Alexis Cook for a heart-opening conversation on choosing your hard, trusting your body, and redefining freedom beyond yachts and hustle. Alexis shares the holy-shift moment that pulled her out of a misaligned 9-to-5, how somatic work and subconscious reprogramming changed everything, and why slow mornings can be the boldest act of sovereignty. If you’re craving alignment, intuition-led days, and the courage to be fully seen—this one’s your...
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This Is What No One Tells You About Chasing Freedom | EP 26
Becoming Unbound
Have you ever built a life that looked perfect on paper but didn’t feel like freedom? 🙋♀️ In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with… well, me! Yep, your host, Carley Butler, for a heart-to-heart conversation about what freedom really means as I kick off Season 2! I share what it’s been like stepping into my first full summer as a full-time entrepreneur, the lessons I learned about rest, boundaries, and redefining success, and how the 30-30-30 rule shifted everything for me. This episode is your reminder that becoming unbound isn’t just about quitting...
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Season 1 Finale: What If You’re the Only Thing in Your Way? With Carley Butler | EP 25
Becoming Unbound
What if you stopped waiting for the “perfect time”… and just freaking did it anyway? In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I (Carley Butler!) close out Season One with a solo episode straight from the heart. I’m sharing what it’s really been like building this podcast from a wild little dream into a fully alive, messy, magical reality. From recording in my living room studio to pulling late-night edits while launching a business—this season has been a leap of faith in every sense. And that’s what this episode is all about: doing the dang thing even when you’re scared,...
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What If Your Trauma Wasn’t a Life Sentence? With Sandra Cooze | EP24
Becoming Unbound
So many of us are walking around carrying unhealed trauma, stuck in patterns that keep us small — but what if there was a way out? In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Sandra Cooze for a raw and deeply empowering conversation about trauma, healing, and finding your voice again. Sandra is a certified trauma healer, intuitive coach, Reiki master, and author who guides people through releasing triggers and reclaiming their power. We talk about why so many people stay stuck in “familiar hell,” how to walk yourself back through fear, and why owning your story is the...
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How to Escape Toxic Cycles & Start Over with Kyle Miller | EP 23
Becoming Unbound
What if your freedom was waiting on the other side of the relationship you’re scared to leave? In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Kyle Miller for a powerful conversation on healing from narcissistic abuse, reclaiming your identity, and learning how to trust yourself again. Kyle is a life coach who brings not only deep wisdom, but lived experience to the table—and wow, this one hit home. We talk about the messy middle of healing, the illusion of being the problem, how boundaries are misunderstood, and what it really feels like to experience freedom after being...
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In My Black Sheep Era (And Loving It) with Rachel Kalmar | EP 22
Becoming Unbound
What if your freedom was just one conversation away? In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Rachel Kalmar for a heart-centered conversation about health sovereignty, radical alignment, and navigating the messy middle of becoming your truest self. Rachel shares her journey from being medically gaslit to reclaiming her power through holistic nutrition, and later pivoting into soul-led digital marketing. We talk about the emotional toll of being the “black sheep,” what it really means to honor your intuition, and how to stay grounded when your choices don’t make sense...
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The Power of Divine Feminine Freedom with Justine Realized | EP 21
Becoming Unbound
What if freedom isn’t something you find—but something you remember? In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Justine Realized for a soul-awakening conversation about the deep, raw layers of freedom—spiritual, physical, feminine, and divine. We dive into what it means to live from your soul instead of your ego, raising sovereign children, learning to trust your body’s signals, and reconnecting to a higher power. Justine shares her journey of unbinding from systems that no longer served her, including religion, education, and old patterns—all while honoring her...
info_outlineWhat if one bold decision could unbind your entire life?In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Joy McCarthy for a soul-nourishing conversation about freedom, alignment, and trusting your gut—literally and figuratively. Joy is the founder of Joyous Health, a holistic nutritionist, bestselling author, and creator of the dreamy clean beauty brand Hello Joyous. We dive deep into the wild journey from checking society’s boxes (hello, high school sweetheart and corporate 9-5) to breaking free, rebuilding from the inside out, and finding true joy. This one’s all about baby steps, brave leaps, and building a life rooted in choice, wellness, and wild possibility.
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Episode Highlights: freedom, gut instincts, leaving the 9-5, holistic living, divorce, entrepreneurship, parenting, toxic-free beauty, societal expectations, self-trust
Topics Discussed
- Trusting your gut when it feels like everything looks “right” on paper
- Breaking free from generational expectations and being the first to do it differently
- Baby steps toward big change in both health and life
- The energetic cost of staying in misaligned relationships or careers
- Redefining freedom after 2020
- Building a wellness business with integrity and heart
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Links & Resources
Joy’s Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/joyoushealth/
Hello Joyous Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hellojoyous_/
Joy’s Website | https://www.joyoushealth.com/
Hello Joyous Website | https://hellojoyous.com/
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