Stop Walking on Eggshells: How to Set Boundaries with Elegance & Power with Julie Helms
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
Release Date: 04/23/2025
Tracy Campoli on Aging Fiercely, Building a Body You Love, and Ditching Toxic Wellness Trends
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
This week on Surviving Roots, wellness expert and digital fitness mentor Tracy Campoli joins us for an empowering conversation about redefining strength, beauty, and health — especially for women over 40. With over 300,000 YouTube subscribers and a thriving program called Total Body Transformation, Tracy shares her real-life journey from insecure dancer to thriving entrepreneur, wife, and mom. We explore what movement really means, the myths she’s ditching (yes, even cold plunges), and how confidence gets better with age — not worse. Tracy opens up about motherhood, hormones, body...
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From Medicated to Meditated: Spiritual Awakening, Grief, and Healing Through Energy
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
This week on Surviving Roots, I sit down with spiritual healer and author Lauren Courtney to explore what it really looks like to heal from the inside out. Lauren shares her journey from being a medicated teen in New York to becoming a Miami-based energy healer, sound therapist, and author of Glow Up Your Chakras. Together, we unpack the truth about healing highs, spiritual awakenings, reconnecting with your authentic self, and how grief can crack you open to your life’s purpose. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re truly healing or just performing a new version of...
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Rewriting the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude Lyons: A Cosmic Approach to Motherhood
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
This week on Surviving Roots, I’m joined by Dr. Gertrude Lyons—master coach, podcast host, and author of Rewrite the Mother Code: From Sacrifice to Stardust. Her work is a deep call to reclaim the way we mother—not just our children, but ourselves. With features in The Guardian, Motherly, Thrive Global, Business Insider, and beyond, Dr. Lyons is leading a movement to challenge generational norms, uncover inherited beliefs, and help women rewrite the internal code we’ve been conditioned to live by. We talk about: The quieter symptoms of the mother wound. How generational trauma...
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Valeria Lipovetsky: On Motherhood, Identity, and Breaking the Rules We Inherited
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
This week on Surviving Roots, I’m joined by the one and only Valeria Lipovetsky—a content creator, entrepreneur, podcast host, and mother of three whose grace and grit have built more than just a brand—they’ve sparked a movement. In this deeply honest conversation, Valeria and I talk about what it means to mother ourselves while mothering others, the silent pressure of perfectionism, and the generational healing it takes to raise kids differently than we were raised. We explore cultural legacies, family dynamics, reconnecting with biological roots, and the emotional journey of writing...
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Grieving the Mother You Never Had: A Conversation with Dr. Sherrie Campbell
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
This week on Surviving Roots, we’re kicking off Mother’s Day month with a truth bomb that’s long overdue: not everyone celebrates this day with ease. Dr. Sherrie Campbell—nationally recognized psychologist, best-selling author of But It’s Your Family…, and an unshakeable voice in the estrangement and healing space—returns for a raw, resonant conversation about grieving the mother you never had. Together, we unpack: The grief of being unloved while your mother is still alive How to release the fantasy of the mother you wish you had Why calling her by her first name can be an...
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Stop Walking on Eggshells: How to Set Boundaries with Elegance & Power with Julie Helms
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
What if power didn’t have to be loud—and grace was your secret strength? In this episode of Surviving Roots, host Cari Fund sits down with Julie Helms, global business leader and viral content creator, to explore what it really means to communicate with grace, lead with confidence, and set boundaries without losing your kindness. Julie shares her incredible journey from being the “Pitbull in Pumps” in the male-dominated oil & gas industry to becoming a powerful voice on composed communication and elegant authority. Together, we unpack how to stop walking on eggshells, what graceful...
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Mean Girl Moms, Toxic Friendships & How to Protect Your Peace with Dr. Noelle Santorelli
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
If you've ever found yourself deep in the drama of Mean Girl Moms on Instagram, chances are you’ve come across Dr. Noelle Santorelli. A licensed clinical psychologist and expert in relational aggression, Dr. Santorelli has spent over a decade helping high-achieving women break free from toxic family cycles, navigate covert bullying, and reclaim their peace. In this episode, we dive into: The psychology behind Mean Girl culture and why it doesn’t end after high school How to recognize toxic friendships and set boundaries without guilt The link between childhood trauma and finding...
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Buried or Built: What Parental Rejection Teaches Us
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
20 minutes. One microphone. And the truth I’ve never shared—until now. In this week’s solo episode of Surviving Roots, I’m speaking words out loud that I’ve only ever carried in silence. The story of estrangement from my mother. The text I never thought I’d get. The moment I realized rejection wasn’t about me—it was the door to peace. When a parent can’t love you… it can either bury you or build you. This is the episode that’s still healing me as I speak it. 🎧 Buried or Built: What Parental Rejection Teaches Us — out now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube &...
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Embracing Magic, Intuition & Pleasure with Dana Myers
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
In this captivating conversation, Cari Fund sits down with Dana Myers, a tarot reader, spellcaster, and ritual designer, to explore the magic of manifestation, intuition, and pleasure. Dana shares her journey from the sexual wellness industry to embracing the power of rituals and self-discovery. Together, they discuss the balance between hard work and manifestation, the importance of leaning into discomfort, and how simple daily practices can transform your life. Tune in for insights on harnessing your personal magic, trusting your intuition, and bringing more joy into your daily routine.
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Kyle Gray on Angelic Guidance, Spiritual Awakening & His New Book ‘Angels Are With You Now’
Surviving Roots: A Crash Course in Turning Pain into Potential
Are angels really with us? Internationally recognized spiritual teacher and bestselling author Kyle Gray joins Surviving Roots Podcast to talk about his latest book, Angels Are With You Now. Known for making spirituality accessible, Kyle shares how we can invite angelic support into our lives, strengthen our intuition, and recognize divine signs around us. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ Kyle’s personal journey—from childhood encounters with angels to his global spiritual mission ✨ The power of angelic guidance and how to connect with your angels ✨ Why raising your vibration...
info_outlineWhat if power didn’t have to be loud—and grace was your secret strength?
In this episode of Surviving Roots, host Cari Fund sits down with Julie Helms, global business leader and viral content creator, to explore what it really means to communicate with grace, lead with confidence, and set boundaries without losing your kindness.
Julie shares her incredible journey from being the “Pitbull in Pumps” in the male-dominated oil & gas industry to becoming a powerful voice on composed communication and elegant authority. Together, we unpack how to stop walking on eggshells, what graceful strength looks like in real life, and how to handle everything from fubs (phone snubs) to backhanded compliments with confidence and composure.
Whether you're navigating difficult relationships, trying to find your voice, or just want to feel more grounded in how you show up—this episode is your masterclass in grace, grit, and authentic power.
🎧 Listen now to learn:
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The neuroscience behind powerful communication
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How silence can be your most impactful tool
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Why you don’t need to be loud to be respected
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Tools to stop performing and start connecting
✨ Share with a friend who’s ready to stop shrinking and start leading with quiet strength.
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