PROSE-POETRY AS EMOTIONAL ARCHITECTURE: HEALING, IDENTITY, & BELONGING
A Quest for Well-Being
— “I want a second chance with you in a world where time is infinite boundaries will not divide religion will not win and loving you is not a sin.” For Shuchi, writing has always been a form of healing — not in the sense that it erases pain, but that it gives pain meaning. Every poem is an attempt to understand a feeling more deeply, to honor it, and to transform it into something that might help someone else feel less alone. Through her bestselling books "You Belong With Me" and "Why Did You Let Me Go?", she has explored the full spectrum of love and loss. These works emerged...
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Breaking Subconscious Patterns: A Path to Freedom
A Quest for Well-Being
— In a world where our experiences can challenge our sense of self-worth, it's essential to remember that we are inherently worthy just because we exist. Join Renée, the founder of True North Coaching and a dedicated trauma-informed guide, as she explores the journey of healing and growth. Together, we’ll uncover how to create space for love, compassion, and authentic connections in our lives. True healing encompasses the mind, body, spirit, and soul, allowing us to develop a deeper relationship with ourselves. As we evolve, we invite more empowering energies into our existence. Discover...
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How to Become the Person You Want to Be & Stay That Way
A Quest for Well-Being
— “Sustainable success isn’t about big breakthroughs or dramatic changes—it’s about the small, steady actions that keep you moving in the right direction. Daily Questions and self-reflection aren’t just concepts; they’re the habits that build a life of purpose, growth, and accountability. Whether you’re leading a team, moving up in your career, or simply trying to be a better version of yourself, the key isn’t just reaching your goals—it’s keeping the momentum going. Keep measuring what matters, stay open to feedback, and surround yourself with the right people. That’s...
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Finding Peace with Food: Trauma, Attachment, & Emotional Eating
A Quest for Well-Being
— Welcome to A quest Of Well-Being podcast where we explore the intricate connections between our minds, bodies, and the food we eat. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the transformative insights from Galina Denzel's powerful book, Peace with Self, Peace with Food: A Trauma Healing Approach for Emotional Eating. If you've ever found yourself reaching for food during moments of stress or emotional turmoil, you're not alone. Emotional eating is a common struggle for many, often stemming from unresolved traumas. That’s why we’re here to discuss how identifying these patterns is the...
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A PATH TO INNER PEACE: HEALING FROM STRESS, PAIN, & TRAUMA
A Quest for Well-Being
— The richest aspects of the journey aren’t the big spiritual experiences. They’re where the mystery meets each moment of our daily lives. Experiencing deep healing and insight there doesn’t require practicing harder or longer. It just requires that we prioritize presence. Our practice comes alive when we prioritize presence above the deeply ingrained urges to self-protect. As each fear challenges us, we reassure ourselves that even if (or when) it came to pass, it could never take our connection to life itself. We will always have a home in awareness. No one and nothing can take that...
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SPIRITUAL EMBODIMENT
A Quest for Well-Being
— This episode explores the transformative journey of embodiment and nondual realization. These practices, when integrated into daily life, foster a deeper sense of wholeness and oneness. The journey is continuous, with senses becoming more refined, love and compassion more accessible, and the body finding greater balance and relaxation. Challenges like pain and emotional turbulence are natural, but resilience grows, enabling a return to comfort and safety. Embodiment is a gradual process, requiring consistent, mindful practice. This personal journey involves exploring inner depths and...
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BREAKING THE SILENCE ON SPIRIT POSSESSION
A Quest for Well-Being
— The deep emotional pain you carry seeps into every part of life - waves of intense sadness, anxiety, or sudden anger that leave you drained. Thoughts spin endlessly, relationships grow tense, and exhaustion becomes constant. At times, you no longer recognize yourself, as though something unseen is shaping your feelings. It feels like you're losing control of your own life, and no one truly understands the depth of your suffering. For others, the pain is in watching a loved one change before their eyes. A partner, child, or parent becomes withdrawn, irritable, or almost unrecognizable, and...
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GENTLE RETURN TO YOURSELF: EXPANDING YOUR CAPACITY
A Quest for Well-Being
— In the hustle and bustle of modern life, woman often find themselves disconnected from our true selves, entangled in the web of endless responsibilities and relentless stimuli. Yet, deep within, there is a yearning to return to Self, to a state of being where we are grounded and whole. This is an invitation to step back from the chaos and create a moment of stillness—a sanctuary where you can breathe deeply and feel your body’s gentle rhythms. It’s a call to journey inward, to the sacred center where your innate wisdom resides, and your soul's deepest memories and truths are kept....
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INCREDIBLE BENEFITS OF CREATIVE THINKING
A Quest for Well-Being
— Creative thinking enhances problem-finding, problem-solving, flexibility of thought, and the ability to see challenges from different perspectives. It also enhances emotional intelligence, and engaging in creative activities correlates with increased happiness. An all-around win-win! The power of this tool, for both coach and client, lies in its use of both deductive and intuitive thinking. By integrating creative techniques into your practice and thinking, you can offer clients not only improved outcomes but also a deeply engaging coaching experience conducive to powerful and efficient...
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AA IS NOT THE ONLY WAY: CREATIVE ADDICTION RECOVERY TOOLS
A Quest for Well-Being
— Wellness is an embodied, ongoing practice that integrates body, mind, and habits. Recovery and growth arise from personalized, compassionate support, evidence-informed tools, and sustainable daily practices rather than one-size-fits-all solutions. Meaningful change is co-created: clients bring lived experience and goals; practitioners offer guidance, skill-building, and accountability. Reducing harm (including alcohol use), restoring balance, and cultivating resilience are interconnected aims best served by holistic interventions that honor individual values, foster agency, and prioritize...
info_outline— You can create an amazing life! Do you have an incessant urge to become more of who you truly are? to start a new chapter of life? Are you getting, a quiet nudge to fulfill a dream? Now is the time, no matter your age or stage!
Linda wrote the book “Envision Your Extraordinary Life: Living Happy, Joyous and Free” with the purpose to take you on a journey to create an extraordinary life worth living.
Her firm conviction is that we all have the power to create an amazing life. Whatever your age or stage of life, Linda’s hope is that you will envision, realize, and enjoy a life that is beyond your wildest expectations; a vision that will move you on your life path to be happy, joyous, and free. You deserve it! Her book will guide you step by step with tools, guided imageries, inspiring stories, and action steps to help you create your unique and extraordinary life.
Valeria interviews Linda Hogan — She is the author of “Envision Your Extraordinary Life: Living Happy, Joyous And Free.”
Linda Hogan is a visionary coach, organizational change leader, business improvement expert, and author dedicated to empowering individuals and Fortune 100 companies to achieve breakthrough results.
Holding an M.S. in Management & Organizational Development and recognized as a Certified Performance Technologist, Linda leverages her expertise and a proven transformation process to help you create the life you envision—whether through visionary planning, executive leadership growth, or high-performance team building.
Linda’s expertise spans:
• Visionary planning to craft a compelling future
• High-performance team building for outstanding organizational results
• Executive leadership programs to accelerate your professional growth
• Business improvement strategies for lasting impact
• Women’s group coaching for connection, support, and transformation
As the author of "Envision Your Extraordinary Life," Linda inspires clients to tap into their full potential and live with clarity, passion, and purpose. If you’re ready to take action and design the extraordinary life you deserve, Linda Hogan will guide you every step of the way.
Outside of her professional life, Linda finds joy in traveling the world with her amazing husband, Bill, sharing laughter with her daughters, Sarah and Anna, and friends, attending the theater, and keeping active through running. She is deeply grateful for her life exactly as it is.
To learn more about Linda Hogan and her work, please visit: https://www.envisionyourlife.coach/