630 | There's Life And Hope After The Cult with Scott Homan
Own Your Choices Own Your Life
Release Date: 11/16/2023
Own Your Choices Own Your Life
In this episode, as we approach the end of 2024, I dive into the often challenging process of self-reflection that many of us face at this time of year. It's common to find ourselves caught in a cycle of overthinking and self-criticism, questioning our achievements and feeling like we haven't done enough. I share my personal experiences of being my own harshest critic and how this mindset can hinder our growth and success. I explore the idea that we tend to be most critical of the very things that showcase our unique gifts and talents. I discuss how this self-doubt can stem from external...
info_outline 788 | The Heartbeat of My Business - Aligning Strategy with Soul: How to Scale Your Business with Purpose Ep #3Own Your Choices Own Your Life
In this Heartbeat of My Business Podcast Series, I am thrilled to welcome my dear friend and strategic performance coach, Meghan Weir. Together, we dive deep into the intricate relationship between strategy and soul in building a successful business. This is episode three of our series, and we are excited to explore how to craft a multi-six-figure business strategy that resonates with authenticity and purpose. As we dive into the core topic of the episode, we discuss our personal journeys and the challenges we've faced in integrating both the masculine and feminine energies in our...
info_outline 787 | Learning to Heal Your Relationship with Money with Hanna BierOwn Your Choices Own Your Life
In this episode, I am speaking with Money Coach Hanna Bier who works with ambitious women from around the world to recreate their relationship with money from the inside out and step into a world of financial overflow. Hanna is known as the founder of Money Bliss and the author of her new book, Wealth From Within, Hanna has led tens of thousands of private and group sessions and has helped hundreds upon hundreds of clients join her in living blissfully and abundantly. Hanna shared her personal story, revealing that her relationship with money was initially fraught with anxiety and fear....
info_outline 786 | Celebrating Seven Years: Reflections on My Book JourneyOwn Your Choices Own Your Life
In this episode, I reflect on the whirlwind of November and the profound journey I've experienced over the past seven years since the release of my book, "When She Stopped Asking Why." As we approach the end of 2024, I find myself in a space of both humility and challenge, grappling with personal issues that have led me to moments of burnout. Despite these struggles, I take a moment to celebrate the anniversary of my book, recognizing the growth and changes I've undergone since its release. I dive into the essence of my book, which emerged from a desire to shift my perspective on my life...
info_outline 785 | The Heartbeat of My Business - Healing & Expansion for High-Impact GrowthOwn Your Choices Own Your Life
In this episode of "The Heartbeat of My Business," we dive deep into the transformative journey of healing and expansion for high-impact growth. This is the second episode in our six-part series focused on the power of connecting with our masculine energy and the importance of healing in our entrepreneurial journeys. I am joined by my co-host, Meghan Weir, a strategic performance coach who specializes in helping entrepreneurs transition from anxiety to being anchored, confident, and clear in their business pursuits. We kick off the episode by sharing our personal experiences and the...
info_outline 784 | Feng Shui Tips for a Joyful Holiday Season with Alejandra BradyOwn Your Choices Own Your Life
In this episode, I am thrilled to welcome back Alejandra Brady, a feng shui expert, interior and biophilic designer, bestselling author, and crystal healer. Our conversation dives deep into the importance of creating a harmonious space as we approach the end of the year, especially in light of the recent challenges Alejandra faced with back-to-back hurricanes in Tampa, Florida. As we transition into the holiday season, we discuss the significance of gift-giving and how it can often lead to clutter. Alejandra advocates for a more mindful approach to gifting, suggesting that we focus on quality...
info_outline 783 | How NLP Can Change Your PerspectiveOwn Your Choices Own Your Life
In this episode, I dive into the transformative power of changing our perspectives, particularly through the lens of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP). I share a realization I had recently: without altering our perspective, we cannot see our stories or circumstances in a new light. This episode is dedicated to exploring how shifting our viewpoint can unlock new opportunities for growth, healing, and self-discovery. I begin by discussing the essence of NLP, which is fundamentally about understanding our mind's patterns and recognizing our blind spots. Our subconscious mind often operates on...
info_outline 782 | The Heartbeat of My Business - Masculine Structure for Feminine FlowOwn Your Choices Own Your Life
In this Heartbeat of My Business Podcast Series, I am thrilled to welcome my dear friend and strategic performance coach, Meghan Weir. Together, we dive deep into the fascinating topic of balancing masculine structure with feminine flow in business. This is the first episode of our 6 Part Podcast Series for the HeartWired CEO Mastermind. Our conversation is rich with insights and personal experiences, making it a must-listen for entrepreneurs seeking to harmonize these energies in their work. We kick off the episode by introducing ourselves and sharing our backgrounds. Meghan explains her...
info_outline 781 | How Pictures Can Manifest Your Highest Self with Avalon MohnsOwn Your Choices Own Your Life
In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming Avalon Moans, a talented photographer specializing in helping female small business owners become the confident face of their brands. Our conversation began with a nostalgic reflection on our first meeting at a networking event, where I encouraged Avalon to share her story and record it. This moment marked a significant turning point for her, as it helped her gain confidence in articulating her message. Avalon shared her transformative journey, highlighting how stepping out of her comfort zone by volunteering at networking events opened doors to...
info_outline 780 | You Cannot Outthink How Your Body FeelsOwn Your Choices Own Your Life
In this episode, I dive deep into the significance of our thoughts and how they shape our reality. I emphasize the importance of owning our thoughts and stories, explaining that they will own us if we don’t take control. I discuss the concept that we cannot outthink how our bodies feel, highlighting the disconnect many experiences between our conscious thoughts and subconscious emotions. I encourage listeners to recognize when fear or anxiety arises and to understand that these feelings are often rooted in past experiences and trapped emotions. Throughout the episode, I stress the necessity...
info_outlineIn this episode, we speak with Director-Producer-Filmmaker-Podcaster-Writer-Cinematographer, Scott Homan. Scott was raised in the fiercely DIY "Northwoods" of Wisconsin deep in the wild of the Great Lakes region. His music community created Oh The Crib! records in a house in the forest as teenagers, where they recorded two albums while being influenced by a cult. He ran camera and sound for a local news station and then went to university for photography and digital media.
Today he runs Banana Island Films, which was born in Hanoi, Vietnam during his five years there. He directed a music scene documentary, Hanoi Mixtape, which you can watch at HanoiMixtape.com. Witness Underground is his sophomore film and a much bigger project which includes the Witness Underground Podcast, a series, "XJW Coming Out," and an artist grant. His present projects all focus on artists escaping cults, especially musicians. The proceeds from watching Witness Underground on Patreon go towards fostering new healing art through an ex-cult-member artist grant program.
In this episode, we discuss:
1) Scott embarked on a new career, moved to the other side of the planet for 5 years in Vietnam, rebuilt his sense of self, and gained the skills to tell a cult exit story in a unique way that they’re all very proud of.
2) Scott’s focus is to share the journey of what happens when people leave a cult, and how they now share their creative expression through their art and music. He openly shares this journey of creating community and humanizing the experience of life after the cult without the feelings of being re-traumatized.
Connect with Scott:
YouTube: https://YouTube.com/@WitnessUnderground
Instagram: https://instagram.com/XJWdoc
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/XJWdoc
Facebook: https://facebook.com/WitnessUnderground
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Website: http://witnessunderground.com
You can stream Witness Underground now at https://Patreon.com/WitnessUnderground
Marsha Vanwynsberghe — Author, Speaker, and Life Coach
Marsha is the 6-time Bestselling Author of “When She Stopped Asking Why”. She shares her lessons as a parent who dealt with teen substance abuse far past the level of normal experimentation.
Through her programs, coaching, and live events for women, Marsha is on a mission to teach you how to “Own Your Choices” in your own life. She teaches women how to own their stories, lead themselves, and pay it forward to others by creating businesses that serve, support, and impact others.