Understanding the Shadows of Love and Abuse

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Adriene Caldwell, author of Unbroken: Life Outside the Lines. Adriene’s story is one of profound complexity, resilience, and courage. From early childhood through her twenties, she endured sexual assault, poverty, emotional and physical abuse, mental illness, and homelessness—circumstances that could have shattered anyone. Yet, Adriene’s journey challenges us to see beyond the surface of survival. She opens up about her deeply conflicted relationship with her abuser—a relationship she once believed was rooted in love. Her willingness to confront that truth, without shame or self-judgment, offers a raw and powerful lens into what it means to be human. Together, we explore: How trauma can shape attachment and distort our understanding of love and safety The complex process of making sense of perceived maturity and culpability after abuse How meaning-making, compassion, and courage can transform even the darkest experiences into pathways of healing This conversation is not about blame—it’s about understanding the complexity of the human condition, and how healing often begins with self-forgiveness and radical honesty. Unbroken explores themes of family, love, and what it means to find your place in a world unwilling to play the role of saviour. A gripping, first-hand account of the effects of untreated mental illness, physical abuse, sexual assault, pedophilia and traumatic foster care, Adriene’s story is one of destruction and discovery - of darkness given free rein and an innate light that refuses to dim. 00:00 Welcome to EZ Conversations Podcast 00:39 Introducing Adriene Caldwell 00:52 Adriene's Harrowing Childhood 02:00 The Pedophilia Experience 03:44 Escaping Abuse and Finding Temporary Refuge 09:45 Therapeutic Foster Care and Continued Struggles 10:17 The Complex Relationship with Mr. Smith 13:41 Reflections on Maturity and Victimhood 25:55 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward 41:00 The Future and Unbroken Life Outside the Lines Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Furkhan is joined by Emma Lyons, the founder of Trauma Matrix, to explore the pervasive and toxic nature of shame, especially its impact on women. Emma shares her personal journey of overcoming childhood shame and narcissistic family dynamics, emphasizing that shame is a tool of control rooted in many societal structures. The discussion delves into the distinction between shame and guilt, the cultural factors driving shame, and practical steps to release oneself from shame's grip. Emma highlights how shame affects various aspects of life, from addiction to personal relationships, and provides listeners with actionable insights to reclaim their freedom from shame. Emma Lyons is a trauma-informed healer and founder of The Trauma Matrix, where she helps women break up with the shame voice that’s been sabotaging their success, relationships, and visibility for years. After studying law and international human rights, Emma turned away from a life path that looked good on paper but felt like slow death — and spent the next decade deep in the healing world. Despite all the therapy, yoga, mindset work, and energy practices, she still found herself stuck in loops of self-erasure, burnout, and invisibility… until she uncovered the more profound truth: she’d internalized a narcissistic system of control, and it was running her from the inside out. Today, Emma helps high-functioning, heart-led women dismantle that inner narcissist, the shame voice that humiliates, controls, and impersonates them, so they can reclaim clarity, power, and nervous system freedom. If your audience is ready for truth bombs, psychic jailbreaks, and the missing piece no one else is talking about, Emma delivers. https://www.instagram.com/trauma.matrix/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-lyons-traumamatrix/ https://www.facebook.com/trauma.matrix https://www.youtube.com/@trauma.matrix https://www.tiktok.com/@trauma.matrix https://traumamatrix.substack.com/  And here's the gift: https://tinyurl.com/nottodaynarc 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:38 Emma's Background and Work 01:57 Understanding Shame and Its Impact 04:11 Narcissism and Societal Structures 07:50 Shame in Cultural Contexts 10:13 Breaking Free from Shame 11:58 Shame and Addiction 13:02 Shame in Relationships 20:56 Shame in Irish Culture 25:25 Global Perspectives on Shame 27:53 The Cycle of Shame Among Women 29:54 Shame in Men and Narcissism 32:25 Breaking Free from Shame: The B-R-E-A-K Model 42:16 The Role of Religion and Spirituality in Shame 44:37 Shame and Societal Control 49:33 Final Thoughts and Resources Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Furkhan engages in an enlightening discussion with rhetoric expert Jay Heinrichs. They delve into the intricacies of forming and maintaining habits, self-persuasion, and overcoming personal challenges. Jay shares his profound experiences, from battling health issues to achieving remarkable fitness goals well into his 70s. The conversation covers Aristotle’s philosophy on habits, the power of reframing, and the role of self-talk in shaping our realities. Jay also provides practical advice on managing internal narratives and navigating social media's impact on our attention spans. Packed with insights on maintaining discipline and achieving personal growth, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their self-identity and live a more fulfilling life. Jay Heinrichs is a leading master of rhetoric, the art of persuasion. He’s the New York Times bestselling author of "Thank You for Arguing: What Aristotle, Lincoln, and Homer Simpson Can Teach Us About the Art of Persuasion.” His latest book, "Aristotle's Guide to Self-Persuasion," digs into how we can use the same persuasive art to change ourselves.  Having worked with clients ranging from Southwest Airlines to universities to NASA, Jay also advises marketers and advertising agencies. Bloomberg Businessweek says Jay “brings the art of persuasion to the world’s masters of manipulation”! Jay writes a popular Substack newsletter, “Aristotle’s Guide to Soul Bending.” He says his mission in life is to teach people how to improve relationships, disagree without anger, and get in better touch with their Aristotelian souls. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:56 Guest Background and Career Journey 03:16 Overcoming Physical Challenges 04:06 The Power of Habits 05:11 Training for a Mountain Run 07:57 Self-Persuasion Techniques 15:06 The Role of Rhetoric and Persuasion 21:24 Connecting with the Soul 40:59 Pursuing Happiness and Discipline 43:35 Epicureans vs. Stoics: Happiness vs. Virtue 43:59 Navigating Disagreement and Building Relationships 45:13 The Art of Persuasion: Setting Goals and Asking Questions 51:37 The Role of Decorum in Persuasion 59:33 The Power of Social Movements and Organization 01:01:29 The Importance of Long-Form Content and Storytelling 01:08:14 Discipline and Self-Identity 01:20:51 Understanding Shame, Guilt, and Self-Talk 01:24:07 Conclusion: Living Up to Your Better Self Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Kathryn Landis, an executive and team coach as well as a professor at NYU, shares her expertise on leadership in academia and the evolving workplace. The discussion delves into generational differences, particularly regarding Gen Z, their work values, and approaches. Kathryn also explores the impact of AI on job roles, the controversy around return-to-work policies, and the phenomenon of 'quiet quitting.' Furthermore, she emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and curiosity for effective leadership, both in professional and personal spheres. Don't miss out on Kathryn's valuable toolkit for navigating multi-generational teams! As featured in the Harvard Business Review, Fast Company and Forbes, Kathryn teaches executive education at New York University. She helps companies accelerate success with executive coaching, team coaching, off-sites, leadership development training, and keynote speaking in today's dynamic business environment. Click the link to access Kathryn's toolkit: Multigenerational Workplace Toolkit 00:00 Welcome to EZ Conversations Podcast 00:52 Kathryn Landis: Background and Expertise 01:37 Generational Perspectives on Work 03:27 Values and Work Ethic Across Generations 05:53 The Role of Side Gigs and Fulfillment 10:13 Return to Work: Balancing Office and Remote 14:04 Quiet Quitting and Employee Engagement 19:10 Integrating AI in the Workplace 23:51 Exploring Curiosity and Creativity in Leadership 25:19 Connecting Authentically with Others 29:18 The Role of Self-Awareness in Leadership 33:13 Transferable Leadership Skills Beyond the Workplace 35:31 Continuous Learning and Self-Improvement 44:23 The Importance of Human Connection in Therapy and AI 46:48 Conclusion and Additional Resources Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Block joins to share his riveting journey, starting with his early ventures in entrepreneurship and his time in the military, as well as the hard lessons he learned along the way. The discussion explores the power of storytelling to unify, social psychology, and how understanding human behaviour can change our perspective on global conflicts. Ari and Furkhan dive deep into the future of AI, its potential perils, and transformative possibilities. They also discuss the demise of investigative journalism due to technological shifts and the importance of maintaining integrity in reporting. Ari's concern about AI's impact reflects his meticulous research on minimizing AI hallucinations, hinting at a broader narrative that intertwines technology, ethics, and societal advancement. The episode is a thought-provoking journey that examines how individuals and societies can reclaim agency, navigate complexities, and strive for a more interconnected and educated future. Ari Block is a dynamic entrepreneur and global technology leader whose career spans military intelligence, forensic technology, and the startup world. Ari’s passion for technology ignited early—he founded his first company at just 8 years old, repairing computers for local businesses and individuals. By age 15, Ari had already built and successfully exited his first venture: a B2B sales platform. This early success set the stage for a lifelong commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship. Ari’s career includes significant experience in military intelligence, where he worked at the intersection of technology and national security. He later joined Cellebrite, the global leader in digital forensics and investigative solutions. At Cellebrite, Ari contributed to the development and deployment of cutting-edge forensic tools used by law enforcement, military, and intelligence agencies worldwide to extract and analyze digital evidence from a wide range of devices. His work has helped accelerate justice and protect lives across the globe. Ari is also a seasoned startup founder and mentor. As part of the Techstars accelerator, he has helped launch and scale innovative technology companies, guiding founders through the challenges of product development, fundraising, and go-to-market strategy. His hands-on experience in both founding and scaling startups makes him a sought-after advisor in the tech ecosystem. https://linktr.ee/storysamurai.ai 00:00 Welcome to EZ Conversations Podcast 01:07 Ari's Journey: From Military to Startups 01:57 The Power of Storytelling in a Divided World 02:59 Social Psychology and Personal Stories 07:42 Technology's Double-Edged Sword 21:20 The Role of Agency in Mental Health 28:48 Craigslist and the Decline of Investigative Journalism 31:55 The Rise of Clickbait and Fake News 34:06 The Evolution and Impact of AI 36:10 Understanding Neural Networks and AI Bias 43:44 The Future of Media and AI 50:07 Global Conflicts and the Need for Perspective 53:25 Empowering First Responders with AI Education Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Furkhan welcomes Jamie Green, a trauma relief specialist and wellness facilitator, to discuss the powerful impact of negative beliefs on our lives. Jamie elaborates on her unique approach, utilizing timeline therapy —a neuroscience-backed technique that works with the subconscious mind to rapidly release limiting beliefs. The episode delves into the practical application of timeline therapy, guiding the host through an intense, transformative experience, and providing listeners with useful tips on how to apply these techniques. With powerful insights on the roles of mindfulness, journaling, and intention-setting, this episode offers a fascinating look into breaking free from limiting beliefs and achieving personal growth. Jamie Green is a Trauma Relief Specialist, International Speaker, and Organizational Wellness Facilitator who helps leaders, teams, and individuals break free from cycles of stress, trauma, and self-doubt. She integrates neuroscience-backed techniques to create transformational experiences, combining Time Line Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Reiki, mindfulness, and yoga to help people embody confidence, make empowered choices, and thrive in every area of life. Through profound transformational healing experiences, Jamie guides people to shifts so powerful they last a lifetime and ripple through every part of their personal and professional life.  Ready for your transformation? Connect with Jamie and start your Life Anew Wellness Journey  Explore workplace wellness experiences with a Wellness Alignment Consultation   Experience guided meditation tracks on Insight Timer  Join Jamie for an immersive experience at the River Mountain Transformational Retreat 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:18 Exploring Negative Beliefs 00:46 Guest Introduction: Jamie Green 01:39 Understanding Timeline Therapy 05:17 The Power of Journaling 08:17 Practical Exercise: Releasing Limiting Beliefs 23:15 Reflecting on the Exercise 24:43 Exploring the Image in Your Mind 26:06 Describing the Feelings and Sensations 27:40 Releasing and Reimagining Beliefs 31:59 Guided Visualization Techniques 34:57 Reflecting on the Experience 35:57 Understanding the Subconscious Mind 41:21 Practical Advice for Self-Help 43:33 Addressing Trauma and Healing 44:45 Conclusion and Resources Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠⁠Aura⁠⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠⁠Dookio⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mental⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠NuCalm⁠⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠⁠Descript ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LeanWorlds⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WeInspect⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Optery⁠⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Furkhan invites guest Lynda Samphire to delve into the mysterious world of dreams. Lynda Samphire shares her deep insights on how dreams serve as a powerful tool for self-healing, creativity, and spiritual growth. From her journey, which began with early childhood grief and evolved into a guide for others in dream work, Lynda emphasizes the importance of remembering rather than fixing oneself. They discuss the science behind REM sleep, the profound connections between dreams and real-life experiences, and the impact of substances on sleep quality. Tune in to discover practical tips for tracking and interpreting your dreams, calming your nervous system, and using ancient wisdom for modern wellness. This episode is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the secrets of the subconscious mind and the transformative power of dreams. Lynda Samphire is a transformational guide and intuitive, devoted to helping people remember who they are and why they’re here. Through the language of dreams & microdosing, she opens portals to the subconscious where purpose and creativity awaken, weaving plant medicine support, Light Language, breathwork, and nervous-system healing into a single tapestry of transformation. Central to her work is the Lunar–Solar Loop™—the natural rhythm of night and day, rest and action—guiding clients to honour their inner cycles and create lasting, soul-led change. Retreats: ⁠spiritofliferetreats.com⁠   lwsamphire.com 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:11 Lynda's Personal Journey with Dreams 03:02 Understanding Dreams and Their Significance 07:28 Common Dream Symbols and Their Meanings 13:26 Processing Grief Through Dreams 15:45 Messages from Deceased Loved Ones 19:47 The Power of Dreams in Problem Solving 22:02 The Role of Dreams in Problem Solving 23:05 Impact of Substances on REM Sleep 25:32 Depression and REM Sleep 29:09 Calming the Nervous System for Better Sleep 35:07 The Benefits of Amanita Muscaria 38:33 The Power of Remembering Dreams 42:20 Final Thoughts and Contact Information Sponsors of the Podcast: ⁠BetterHelp⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy ⁠Aura⁠: For a free two-week trial ⁠Dookio⁠ ⁠Mental⁠⁠ ⁠NuCalm⁠: for a one-week free trial ⁠Descript ⁠ ⁠LeanWorlds⁠ ⁠Dr. Lewis Nutrition ⁠ ⁠WeInspect⁠ ⁠Optery⁠ Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful episode of the EZ Conversations Podcast, Furkhan is joined by Lizbeth De Sa, a certified Level 3 Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner from Multiple Mind. Together, they dive deep into the fascinating world of IFS, discussing the roles of different internal parts, such as exiles, managers, and firefighters, and their impact on mental health and well-being. Lizbeth shares her journey into IFS, its profound potential for healing, and offers a live demonstration of the therapeutic process. They also explore the spiritual dimensions of IFS and provide practical advice on integrating various modalities like meditation, journaling, and creative expression into daily life. Whether you're new to IFS or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom and practical tips for self-healing and personal growth. Lizbeth De Sa is an Internal Family Systems therapy practitioner, educator, writer, laughter yoga leader, and conflict mediator. She writes and teaches about the multiple mind, applying IFS therapy to life. She is from England, though of Indian descent. She has lived in Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and California. But she now lives in South Carolina. Here are my social media and website links:https://www.multiplemind.com/https://medium.com/@lizbeth.multiplemindhttps://www.youtube.com/@multiplemindIFShttps://www.facebook.com/MultipleMindIFS/https://www.instagram.com/lizbeth_multiplemind/https://www.linkedin.com/in/MultipleMind/ 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:50 Guest Introduction: Elizabeth from Multiple Mind 01:28 Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS) 03:48 Levels of IFS Practitioner Training 05:19 Exploring the Different Parts in IFS 12:13 Connecting IFS with Spirituality and Daily Practices 14:17 Addressing Resistance and Protector Backlash 16:00 Live IFS Demo: Working Through Childhood Triggers 23:34 Connecting with the Inner Child 25:02 Building Trust and Compassion 27:09 Reassurance and Support 32:22 Integrating the Protector 33:48 Spiritual Connection and Prayer 39:08 Understanding and Healing Exiles 41:59 Final Thoughts and Resources Sponsors of the Podcast: BetterHelp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For 10% off your first month of therapy Aura: For a free two-week trial Dookio Mental⁠ NuCalm: for a one-week free trial Descript LeanWorlds Dr. Lewis Nutrition WeInspect Optery Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Furkhan welcomes Julian, whose journey across continents and his unwavering pursuit of truth are both inspiring and thought-provoking. Julian shares his life story, from his early years in London and Spain, through his struggles with faith, and his eventual move to America. They delve into the complexities of speaking the truth in a world where it can often be manipulated or censored, and how his creative instincts have fueled his resilience. Julian also discusses his legal battles against the Smithsonian Institution, emphasizing the profound impact of embracing truth and the power of faith in transforming his life. Julian Raven is a British-born, Spanish-raised American artist, author, entrepreneur, and First Amendment activist whose life has unfolded like a modern epic. Born in London, raised under the sun of Marbella, Spain, and later called to the U.S. as a missionary and Bible student, Raven’s journey has taken him from the pulpit to the courtroom, from the studio to the Supreme Court. Raven made headlines when his Trump portrait was rejected by the Smithsonian in 2016, launching an eight-year legal battle that would reach the Supreme Court and result in his becoming an official Smithsonian reformer. Representing himself through two federal cases, Raven’s unfiltered challenge to government overreach landed him #4 on President Trump’s list of reasons to fire Kim Sajet, then Director of the National Portrait Gallery. He tells that full story—and everything behind it—in his book Odious and Cerberus: An American Immigrant’s Odyssey and His Free Speech Legal War Against Smithsonian Corruption. Raven is politically homeless and not a Trump apologist. His journey has led him into a wilderness where he has stripped himself of all influences to seek alignment with the voice of God alone. Free Speech: www.smithsoninstitution.com  Art: www.julianraven.com  Voice in the Wilderness: www.substack.com/julianraven  00:00 Welcome and Introduction 01:21 Julian's Early Life and Background 02:55 The Importance of Truth 04:28 Anecdotes from Julian's Childhood 07:17 Struggles and Search for Answers 09:58 Spiritual Awakening and Conversion 12:22 Challenges with Organized Religion 20:23 Embracing Free Speech and Activism 26:55 Navigating Misunderstandings and Rejection 27:51 The Cost of Truth and Integrity 29:33 Personal Struggles and Creative Pursuits 31:27 A Journey Through Grief and Resilience 33:06 Legal Battles and Unexpected Outcomes 37:16 Rediscovering Purpose and Faith 41:02 The Role of Creativity and Truth 46:27 Advice for Creative Resilience 53:34 Final Reflections and Gratitude Sponsors of the Podcast: BetterHelp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/ez10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of therapy Aura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial Dookio: https://trydokkio.com/ezconversations Mental: ⁠https://getmental.com/ez NuCalm: https://nucalm.com/free-trial?/ref=ez for a one-week free trial Descript: https://get.descript.com/EZ for creating podcast episodes LeanWorlds: https://get.learnworlds.com/EZCONVERSATIONS Dr. Lewis Nutrition: https://drlewisnutrition.com/ez WeInspect: https://www.thedusttest.net/M81HLR/3QQG7/ Optery: https://get.optery.com/EZCONVERSATIONS Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Furkhan engages in an insightful discussion with Michael Leung, a local entrepreneur from Calgary. Mike shares his journey from overcoming personal adversities, including a tumultuous childhood, the emotional impact of losing his mother, and his battles with vision impairment. As the CEO of The Flow Group, Mike delves into his inspiration and challenges in creating a new, affordable, and innovative hearing device that aims to transform the hearing aid industry. The conversation explores the importance of resilience, the immigrant experience, and the power of turning personal struggles into entrepreneurial triumphs, all while giving back to his community. Mike is excited to share that their second product, FLO-TruBalance 2.0, has officially launched. Their launch week has been incredible — sales have already exceeded what the first product achieved in six months, which really shows the strong demand. People are genuinely impressed with the innovation, upgrades, and results. The device is helping improve both hearing and social interactions at a fraction of the cost of hearing aids, and many appreciate finally having an option that truly fits their needs and budget. As part of their launch special, they are offering 1 10% discount—an excellent opportunity to experience the best assistive hearing device on the market. Please use promo code SENIORS10 at checkout on their website.  Www.theinnerflo.com 00:00 Welcome to EZ Conversations Podcast 00:48 Mike's Background and Business Journey 02:00 Immigrant Family Struggles 02:53 Personal Loss and Rebellion 09:54 Therapy and Healing 16:10 Inspiration Behind Designing Hearing Aids 19:15 Embarrassing Moments Abroad 19:50 Travelling the World 20:23 Starting a Business 20:48 Innovating with Bone Conduction Headphones 23:02 Challenges and Breakthroughs 30:26 Future Aspirations and Personal Reflections 32:08 Product Features and Market Impact 38:41 Conclusion and Contact Information Sponsors of the Podcast: BetterHelp: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/ez10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of therapy Aura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial Dookio: https://trydokkio.com/ezconversations Mental: ⁠https://getmental.com/ez NuCalm: https://nucalm.com/free-trial?/ref=ez for a one-week free trial Descript: https://get.descript.com/EZ for creating podcast episodes LeanWorlds: https://get.learnworlds.com/EZCONVERSATIONS Dr. Lewis Nutrition: https://drlewisnutrition.com/ez WeInspect: https://www.thedusttest.net/M81HLR/3QQG7/ Optery: https://get.optery.com/EZCONVERSATIONS Or find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices