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Episode 123: What if feeling lost isn't proof that you're failing — but proof that you're finally doing it right? That question is basically the whole reason this show exists, and it's exactly whatI dig into with my guest this week: Dr. Saidie Rodriguez, MD — physician, coach, speaker, and host of soulSHINE: The Art of Becoming.
Dr. Saidie has a name for that specific ache so many of us hit somewhere in our late 20s, 30s, and 40s: authentic integration. It's the idea that our most disconnected, unmoored seasons — the ones that can feel like a full-blown Millennial IdentityCrisis — are actually the ones where an old identity is finally loosening its grip so a truer one can take shape.
Dr. Saidie built her career at the intersection of science and soul, helping high-achieving individuals move from performance to presence. We get into burnout, imposter syndrome, the “arrival fallacy,” and why self-awareness alone isn't enough to create real change — plus how to build the kind of self-trust thatkeeps you moving even when you're scared.
If you've ever felt like you're not living up to the future version of yourself you're chasing, or you've quietly wondered whether feeling this uncomfortable means something is wrong with you — this one's your permission slip to stop rushing the messy middle.
In this episode, you'll learn:
What “authentic integration” means and why identity loss can be a sign of growth, not failureHow the arrival fallacy keeps high achievers chasing the next goal instead of feeling presentWhy self-awareness alone doesn't create transformation — and what actually doesHow survival mode blocks creativity, and how to build internal safety insteadWhy high-achieving women are especially prone to discounting their own pain and traumaPractical tools for moving through fear, self-doubt, and imposter syndromeDr. Saidie's simple daily practice for living without regretChapters:
00:00 - What If Feeling Lost Means You're Doing It Right?
01:34 - Meet Dr. Saidie Rodriguez, MD
02:23 - What Does “Becoming” Actually Mean? (And What Is the Arrival Fallacy?)
05:50 - Her Story: Successful on Paper, Disconnected on the Inside
12:09 - Can Science and Soul Coexist? Why She Almost Rejected Her Own Method
15:31 - Where Does Healing Actually Start When You Feel Lost?
26:05 - Survival Mode vs. Creation Mode: How Do You Build Real Self-Trust?
32:26 - Why Do High-Achieving Women Discount Their Own Trauma?
38:03 - What to Remember When You're Scared to Become Who You're Meant to Be
50:21 - What Do You Actually Want Out of Life?
55:42 - Her #1 Piece of Advice If You're Lost and Don't Know Where to Start
CONNECT WITH SAIDIE:
Website: https://soulshine.global/
Instagram: @soulshine_global
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoulSHINE_global
Podcast (Apple): soulSHINE: The Art of Becoming
Podcast (Spotify): soulSHINE: The Art of Becoming
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Episode 122: We're back from a short break and bringing you along the journey with some brand new guests! This week we are kicking things off with nomadic relationship expert and guide, Alissha Davis.
You're the most self-aware you've ever been. You've done the therapy, listened to the podcasts, read the books. So why do you keep making your worst dating decisions right now — in the middle of a career change, a move, a total reinvention?
In this episode — our very first conversation about love and relationships on the show — Amanda sits down with Alissha Davis, dating and relationship specialist and founder of Nomad Love Lab. Alissha has spent 11 years living abroad, from Thailand to Brazil, studying what actually happens to our love lives when our identity is in flux.
Her answer is equal parts science and soul: when you're in transition, your nervous system stops looking for compatible love and starts looking for anyone to hold onto. That dopamine hit, that sudden quiet, that feeling of "finally" — it isn't always destiny. Sometimes it's just your body finding a regulation source and dressing it up as fate.
Together, Amanda and Alissha get into the science of why "quieter" gets mistaken for "right," the red flags we can't see in ourselves, and Alissha's CED Method — Clarity, Emotional Regulation, and Discernment — for making grounded decisions in love. Alissha also shares her own raw story of grief, losing her father suddenly, and how she caught herself latching onto the wrong person while she was at rock bottom.
This one is personal, a little vulnerable, and exactly what you need if you're trying to find love and yourself at the same time.
What you'll hear in this episode:
Why self-awareness doesn't protect you from bad dating decisionsThe "Anchor Effect" and what your nervous system does when your identity destabilizesHow to tell genuine connection from someone who just makes the uncertainty feel quieterThe CED Method: Clarity, Emotional Regulation, Discernment — and which one collapses firstThe myth of being fully "healed" before you're allowed to loveHow to determine when you're using dating as avoidanceChapters:
00:00 Why We're Finally Talking About Love & Identity
02:42 Meet Alissha Davis
09:16 Why You Shouldn't Pause Your Love Life During a Transition
16:57 Why Self-Awareness Doesn't Stop Bad Dating Decisions
21:52 The CED Method: Clarity, Emotional Regulation & Discernment
24:01 How to Know What You Actually Need in a Relationship
25:29 Emotional Regulation: Calming Your Own Nervous System
27:38 Why Clarity Comes First (and What Happens When It Collapses)
29:44 Comfort vs. Compatibility: Is It Love or Just Relief?
32:59 When "Couple Goals" Is Really Emotional Anesthesia
34:28 The Anchor Effect: How Identity Loss Creates Codependency
35:26 Alissha's Story: Grief, Clarity & Walking Away
38:40 How Living Abroad Reshaped Her View of Love
43:01 How to Date in the Middle of a Major Life Transition
46:26 Take the Risk: Advice for Anyone Who Feels Lost
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Website - https://www.nomadlovelab.com/
Instagram - @alisshagoesthere & @nomadlovelab
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Episode 121: In this solo episode, Amanda gets honest about what’s been going on behind the scenes: the creative burnout, the depressive fog, the guilt spiral of falling behind on the podcast, and the overwhelming pressure of trying to build something meaningful while still holding everything else together in real life.
This is the messy middle in real time — that phase of thejourney where you’ve already decided to walk down a new path, but the path has forests, mudslides, and days where the quicksand just keeps pulling you under. It’s not pretty. It’s not polished. And it’s 100% real.
In this episode, Amanda talks about:
What creative burnout actually feels like when your passion project becomes pressureThe comparison spiral of watching other creators and wondering what you’re doing wrongJuggling a full-time job, family caregiving, and a dream that doesn’t fit neatly into the margins of your dayWhy she’s been absent — and why she’s not going to pretend she has it all figured outA personal life update that’s bringing both terror and a whole lot of hopeIf you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at the very thing that’s supposed to save you — this one’s for you. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is show up exactly as you are.
Chapters:
00:00 Navigating Overwhelm: A Personal Update
02:52 The Messy Middle: Embracing Life’s Challenges
05:07 The Struggle of Content Creation
07:31 Finding Balance: Work, Life, and Creativity
09:31 The Journey of Self-Discovery
11:25 Family Matters: Caring for Loved Ones
13:56 The Decision to Move: A New Chapter
16:01 Facing Change: Emotions and Expectations
17:57 The Importance of Authenticity
20:12 Looking Ahead: Future Aspirations
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Episode 120: What does it mean to break a chain you were born into? In this deeply moving episode, Amanda Powers sits down with Tavarus Taylor — Nashville entrepreneur, community advocate, drag performer Vivica Steele, and radio host of The Queen's Table — for one of the most layered and honest conversations this show has ever had.
Tavarus opens up about growing up carrying an identity hedidn't yet have the language to explain, surviving a criminal justice system that took away his right to vote over a $5.44 check, getting laid off from corporate America and turning that betrayal into a thriving business, and the moment he realized his drag persona, Vivica Steele, wasn't just a performance. She was saving his life.
This conversation is about what it really looks like to carrygenerational trauma without letting it become your whole story. It's about LGBTQ+ identity, systemic injustice, radical self-acceptance, and the quiet everyday courage it takes to build a life on your own terms — even when the world around you keeps trying to write a smaller story for you.
What you'll hear in this episode:
How generational trauma shapes who you are before youeven understand itWhat it actually costs to lose your constitutional rights — and what it takes to reclaim themWhy Tavarus walked away from corporate America and started a his own businessHow drag became his pathway to self-love, purpose, and liberationWhat "breaking chains" really means when you're the first in your family to do itThe one thing Tavarus says every lost person needs to do first — before any book, podcast, or sermonIf you've ever felt like the story someone told about youwasn't yours to keep — this episode is for you.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction to Tavarus Taylor
01:35 - Understanding Identity and Trauma
07:54 - Overcoming Adversity and Self-Discovery
13:24 - Navigating the Criminal Justice System
17:43 - Empowerment and Community Advocacy
22:15 - Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
25:07 - The Turning Point: From Employment to Entrepreneurship
27:43 - Embracing Identity: The Journey of Vivica Steele
30:15 - Navigating Life's Challenges: The Importance of Self-Love
35:21 - Creating Safe Spaces: The Queen's Table Initiative
42:37 - Building Meaningful Relationships: Love and Support
44:46 - Finding Your Path: The Power of Self-Reflection
CONNECT WITH TAVARUS:
Business Website: tntcommercialservices615.com
Vivica Steele Website: vivicasteele.com
Vivica's Instagram: @vivicasteele615
The Queen's Table: acmeradiolive.com/the-queens-table
The Queen's Table Instagram: @thequeenstable615
Personal Instagram: @ttaylor608
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Episode 119: What happens when you spend years being told your body isn’t good enough — and you start to believe it?
In this episode, Amanda Powers sits down with Dani Dyer —Nashville-based personal trainer, certified fitness coach, author, and host of the Love Your Body Podcast — for one of the most honest conversations about body image, identity, and self-worth you’ll hear this year. Dani has lived it all: body shaming in middle school, disordered eating patterns in college, becoming Nashville’s Strongest Woman, going viral on TikTok, suffering aserious spinal injury, developing an autoimmune disorder from years of extreme sport, and rebuilding her health from the ground up — again. And again.
What makes Dani’s story so powerful isn’t the accolades. It’s the fact that even at her leanest, her strongest, her most decorated— she still had to fight to love herself. And that’s exactly what she wants you to hear.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
How Dani lost herself to other people’s opinions — and the moment she decided to stop listeningWhy even “perfect” bodies can hide the deepest self-hatredThe difference between body positivity and actually loving your body through movementHow negative self-talk rewires your brain — and the sticky note habit that helps reverse itWhat “Fight for What You Want” actually means when you don’t know what you want yetDani’s raw experience with timeline grief, letting go of due dates, and trusting the processPractical advice for anyone who looks in the mirror and doesn’t recognize themselves anymoreWhether you’re struggling with your body image, your identity, or just feeling like you’ve lost your way — this episode is a reminder that the most powerful thing you can do is start right now. You don’t have to wait until you look different, weigh less, or have it all figured out. You just have to start fighting for yourself.
Chapters
00:00 - Dani’s Origin Story
04:26 - College Fitness
07:20 - The Vermont Turning Point
15:23 - My Most Viral Moments
17:30 - My Identity Crisis
23:53 - Misinformation in Fitness
30:29 - Silencing the Inner Critic
36:00 - Establishing a New Mindset
41:57 - Timeline Grief and The Arrival Fallacy
52:07 - What it really means to “Fight for What You Want”
57:05 - What to say to yourself when you look in the mirror and don’t recognize yourself
Connect with Dani Dyer:
Website: www.danidfitness.com
Book: How to Love Your Body Throughout
Podcast: Love Your Body Podcast
Instagram: @danidfitness1
YouTube: @danidfitness1
TikTok: @danidfitness1
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Episode 118: If you’ve been feeling tired but wired, foggy, inflamed, or like your body is quietly waving a white flag—this episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself and start listening.
This week, Amanda sits down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, Ayurvedicpractitioner, PhD researcher in turmeric and curcumin, and founder of Fusionary Formulas, for a conversation that bridges ancient Eastern wisdom with modern Western health struggles. Dr. Shivani has spent over 20 years helping people understand the root cause behind so much of what makes us feel lost in our own bodies: inflammation.
But this isn’t just a health episode—it’s a self-discoveryconversation. Because when your body is chronically inflamed, your ability to think clearly, trust your intuition, make aligned decisions, and feel like yourself is compromised. And for any 30-something who has “done everything right” and still feels empty? That mind-body disconnect is often the missing link.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
What inflammation actually looks like in everyday life(spoiler: it’s not just joint pain)The Ayurvedic dosha system explained—and how to figureout your unique mind-body blueprintWhy brain fog, low energy, and burnout are signs of“inflamaging”—not aging Dr. Shivani’s concept of “mental inflammation” and howstress creates a physical feedback loopThe truth about turmeric and curcumin—hype vs.therapeutic realityThe simplest free tools to start reducing inflammationthis weekWhy getting healthy is the fastest path back to yourintuition and your purposeIf you’ve ever Googled “why do I feel so off” or “how do I getmy energy back,” this one is for you. You’re not broken. You might just be out of balance—and Dr. Shivani is here to show you the way back.
Chapters:
00:00 - Why Aging Isn't The Only Culprit
02:39 - How Ayurveda Transformed My Life
06:28 - Signs of Chronic Inflammation
12:55 - What Your Everyday Symptoms Say About Your Level of Inflammation
15:42 - How to Identify Your Type in Ayurveda's Dosha System
20:38 - How to Manage a Mixed Constitution Household
23:20 - Managing Your Sleep, Gut, Diet and Rituals
27:59 - Mindful Habits to Support Longevity and Vibrancy
38:54 - The Truth About Tumeric and How to Maximize It
47:36 - What Is Mental Inflammation?
50:48 - Key Practices to Enhance Resilience
55:49 - Start Your Inflammation Reduction Journey
64:32 Advice on Finding Your Purpose & Improving Your Well-being
Connect with Dr. Gupta:
Website: www.shivanigupta.com Instagram: @dr.shivaniguptaFacebook: @theshivaniguptaLinkedIn: @shivaniguptaflPodcast: The Inflammation Code PodcastFREE 7-Day Inflammation Detox ChallengeFREE Anti-Inflammatory E-CookbookFusionary Formulas Supplements (code LOST15 for 15% off)Connect with Amanda:
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Episode 117: If you’re in a season where your life doesn’t look how you thought it would… this episode is your permission slip to finally do something about it.
In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers discusses the challenges faced by millennials in today's job market, reflecting on her own experiences and the emotional turmoil of career transitions. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing when a chosen path no longer serves one's happiness and the necessity of embracing change as a form of growth. Drawing inspiration from the philosophy of Alan Watts, Amanda encourages listeners to reclaim their autonomy and the power to make choices that align with their true selves, reminding them that it's okay to pivot and redefine their paths.
KEY TAKEAWAY: We talk about the millennial career crisis, the fear of being seen as a failure, and how autonomy—your power to choose the next step—is how you get unstuck.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings
02:58 Navigating the Millennial Career Crisis
08:31 The Philosophy of Change and Growth
16:52 Embracing Autonomy and the Power of Choice
23:25 Struggling is Normal
CONNECT WITH AMANDA:
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Episode 116: If you feel behind, unmotivated, or like your “old dream” stopped fitting—this episode will help you reframe the identity panic and keep showing up without pretending you’re fine.
Amanda Powers shares a raw solo update on the millennial career crisis, identity loss, and what happens when the life you built stops fitting. From feeling behind (tech issues, family stress, work overload) to the reframe that changed everything: "when the path you fought so hard for becomes more of a cage than a calling, it’s not failure—it’s growth ."
If you’re navigating a career pivot, burnout, or a “who am I now?” season, this episode is your reminder: you don’t have to be perfect to keep going.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Welcome Back and Personal Updates
04:41 Navigating Career Crises and Identity
09:47 The Reality of Disillusionment
14:28 Struggles with Authenticity and Connection
CONNECT WITH AMANDA:
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Episode 115: If you’ve been feeling stuck, afraid to start over, or trapped in a “comfortable” life that’s quietly costing you your purpose… this episode is your wake-up call.
Today I’m joined by Jill Schulman — U.S. Marine Corps veteran, leadership development expert, and “happiness scientist” with a Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology — to break down the real science of bravery and how to build it in everyday life.
Jill shares her iconic “pink pumps to combat boots” origin story — including the moment someone told her on day one, “You’ll never make it,” and how she learned that bravery isn’t about heroic moments… it’s about showing up scared every day.
In this conversation, Jill explains why so many of us get trapped in the comfort zone (and why it actually makes us more fragile), then gives a practical blueprint to build courage through:
Brave Mindset (your inner dialogue + belief that you can do hard things)
Brave Actions (taking a step before you feel ready)
Brave Relationships (curating a “brave tribe” that won’t let you tap out)
You’ll also hear Jill’s best tool for decision-making when you feel lost. If you’re in a career pivot, identity shift, breakup, burnout, or “what now?” season — this episode will help you choose courage over comfort.
CONNECT WITH JILL:
Jill shares her free bravery assessment + bravery blueprint at jillschulman.com and her book The Bravery Effect is available everywhere books are sold. You can follow her on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.CONNECT WITH AMANDA:
Don’t forget to share this show with a friend and subscribe for weekly conversations on identity, healing, purpose, and becoming your future self.
Want to submit a question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode? Email us at [email protected] or send an anonymous message to ngl.link/akpowers__
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08:18 The Journey of Bravery
16:29 Bravery as a Trainable Skill
24:39 Choosing Your Hard
25:53 The Illusion of Success on Social Media
27:07 Breaking Free from the Comfort Trap
31:34 Steps to Build Bravery and Confidence
31:58 Personal Journey Out of the Comfort Zone
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39:34 The Bravery Effect: A Parable for Change
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Episode 114: If you—or someone you love—has gone through therapy, rehab, or wilderness treatment organizations and still feel completely lost, this episode is for you. Life after treatment can feel brutally confusing: you’re back home, at risk of falling into old patterns, and everyone expects you to be “better,” but inside you still feel stuck, ashamed, or behind.
In this conversation, I sit down with Colin MacDonald, co-founder of NOT Therapy, to unpack why life after treatment is so hard and what you can actually do about it—whether you’re the young adult trying to rebuild or the parent trying to help without making things worse.
As a teenager, Colin cycled through psych wards, wilderness therapy in the Utah desert, and a therapeutic boarding school he once ran away from on foot. Later, he built a successful career in sports and tech—then walked away to create the support he wishes he had as a young adult: real-world structure, daily mentorship, and a community of people who actually get it.
We discuss how NOT Therapy helps 16–29-year-olds move from feeling stuck to in-motion—often staying out of higher levels of care, finding work or school paths that fit, and rebuilding trust at home. If you’re a parent terrified your kid is “wasting their potential,” a 20-something living at home and feeling behind, or someone who’s been through treatment and still feels lost, you’ll walk away with concrete next steps—not just inspiring quotes.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The 3 biggest gaps in traditional treatment & therapy—and why so many young people crash when they come homeA simple 30-day post-treatment blueprint for coming home without going backwardsThe difference between being emotionally fluent (“I know what I feel”) and emotionally functional (“I know what to do with my feelings”)The mindset shifts and conversations that help parents move from the director of their child's life to a guideCONNECT WITH COLIN:
Instagram - @coach_colinmac
Not Therapy - @not.therapy.coaching
Website - https://www.nottherapy.me/
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00:00 Introductions
01:54 Colin's Journey: A Life Rebuilt
05:04 The Impact of Wilderness Therapy
07:44 I Worked for the Mariners
10:23 Creating Not Therapy: A New Approach
13:27 The Importance of Mentorship
15:59 Emotional Fluency: Navigating Feelings
18:49 Real-Life Application: Beyond Therapy
24:05 Building Accountability and Community
33:53 Empowerment Through Choice
34:59 What Do Successful Clients Look Like?
36:41 How to Transition from Treatment Center to Home
43:10 Parenting in the Modern Age
54:10 Finding Your Purpose Again
01:02:33 Advice for Someone Who Feels Lost and Stuck
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Episode 113: If you’re over New Year’s resolutions but still want a fresh start, this episode gives you a better way.
In our final episode of 2025, Amanda walks through a psychology-informed set of year-end reflection questions designed by clinical neuropsychologist, Dr. Mawal Mustafa PhD, to help you get clarity on purpose, identity, alignment, habits, gratitude, resilience, relationships, and future intentions. You’ll leave with prompts you can journal on, talk through with a friend, or use to set intentions that actually match your real life.
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CHAPTERS:00:00 New Years Reflections
04:45 The Brain Coach - Dr. Nawal Mustafa
08:27 What Moments This Year Made Me Feel Most Like Myself?
10:49 How Do I Want to Live in a Way That Feels More Aligned With Who I Am Becoming?
16:02 What Did I Push Myself to Try This Year That Ended Up Being Good For Me?
19:12 Did Anything Shift in My Mindset This Year That I’m Glad About?
22:26 Which Habits or Routines Actually Supported My Wellbeing?
26:49 What Self-Care Did I Avoid, Delay, or Minimize?
29:13 Who Added Lightness or Comfort to My Life in Ways I Didn’t Expect?
32:06 What Am I Grateful For That I Might Have Taken For Granted Earlier?
34:33 When Things Got Stressful, How Did I Cope?
39:26 How Do I Want To Approach Challenges Differently or More Intentionally?
41:29 What Felt Hopeful or Discouraging About Looking For Love?
46:50 Who Did I Feel Most Like Myself Around?
49:07 What Do I Want To Leave Behind Because It No Longer Fits Who I Am?
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Episode 112: Life won’t pause until you feel ready—because “ready” is a choice. In this solo episode, Amanda reflects on aging family, caregiving, regret, and the wake-up call that time keeps moving—so you might as well live your life with purpose.
Amanda shares what the 2025 season has taught her about family dynamics, caregiving, aging, and the perspective shift that hits when you start thinking about the end of life. If you’ve been feeling stuck, afraid to take the leap, or waiting for the “perfect moment,” you need to hear this: life never waits until you’re ready—ready is a choice.
You’ll hear about:
Why time moves forward no matter what (and what to do about it)How to “spin gold” out of messy seasonsThe reminder that you’re one decision away from a different lifeDon’t forget to share this episode with a friend and subscribe for weekly conversations on identity, healing, purpose, andbecoming your future self!
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CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections
02:57 Family Dynamics and Caregiving Challenges
09:55 Navigating Aging and Health Issues
18:27 Personal Reflections on Relationships and Future
27:44 Life Choices and Preparing for the Future
30:06 Feeling Stuck at Any Age
32:56 Reflections on Life's End and Relationships
36:59 Life Never Waits Until You're Ready
41:19 Taking Ownership of Your Life
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Episode 111: What if the hardest chapters of your life were the initiation — not the punishment?
In this deeply moving episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers is joined by Michelle Jeovanny, a spiritual life coach and entrepreneur who has transformed profound trauma into purpose, freedom, and abundance. Michelle shares her journey from escaping a violent homelife in the Dominican republic to navigating homelessness as a teenager in New York City, and eventually to spiritual leadership. Michelle discusses how ancestral patterns shape our relationships with money and love, and why walking in blind faith is often the gateway to becoming who you’re meant to be.
This episode explores:
Identity loss and reinventionAncestral healing and somatic freedomSpiritual entrepreneurship and abundanceTrusting intuition in uncertain seasonsTurning your “mess” into "magick"If you’ve ever felt like your life fell apart before it truly began, Michelle Jeovanny’s story will meet you exactly where you are. This episode doesn’t tell you who to become, but it will remind you that you already carry the wisdom you've been looking for.
Chapters:
00:00 From Survival to Sacred Expansion
02:21 Overcoming Adversity: Michelle's Journey
07:02 Finding Safety and Purpose in College
11:51 The Turning Point: Embracing Change
17:37 Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth
19:00 Ancestral Healing and Its Impact
22:23 Walking in Blind Faith
25:20 Reconnecting with Intuition
32:11 Creating Your Own Magic
37:29 Understanding Abundance and Scarcity
40:28 Transforming Scarcity Mindset in Retreats
43:05 Parenting and Nurturing Intuition in Children
46:29 Defining Success and Achievements
49:58 Advice for the Stuck and Lost
Connect with Michelle:
Website - https://michellejeovanny.com/
Instagram - @michellejeovanny
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejeovanny
Connect with Amanda:
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TikTok | Substack | YouTube
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Episode 110: Feeling stuck, burnt out, or like you’ve tried everything and nothing actually changes?
In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda sits down with therapist and award-winning author Faust Ruggiero, creator of The Process Way of Life and the Fix Yourself Empowerment Series, to talk about how real change starts from the inside out.
Faust shares how his 40+ years of counseling led him to identify 52 internal processes that drive our emotional health — from radical honesty and fact-finding to getting your intellect in front of your emotions so they don’t run the show. You’ll hear how to:
Change your internal language so your self-talk stops sabotaging youTell the difference between healthy discomfort and self-punishmentStop chasing quick fixes and build transformation through small, repeatable stepsUse faith (spiritual or not) as a daily practice instead of a bypass or magic wandAsk for help without feeling like you’re “wasting someone’s time”If you’ve ever thought “It’s too late for me to start over” or “I can’t do that at my age,” this conversation will challenge those beliefs and show you how much power you still have over your story. This episode is for you if you’re:
Feeling lost in your identity or purposeWrestling with anxiety, shame, or negative self-talkCraving a practical, process-driven way to healReady to move from “wandering” to living with more intention and internal balanceChapters/ Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to The Process Way of Life
02:37 Understanding the 52 Processes of Healing
05:24 Empowering Individuals to Take Control
07:59 The Impact of Internal Dialogue
10:38 Maintaining Professional Boundaries
13:30 The Journey into Psychology
16:19 Learning from Diverse Populations
18:09 Growth Through Discomfort
20:59 Navigating Personal Growth Challenges
24:31 Overcoming Fear and Shame in Pursuing Dreams
25:33 The Role of Faith in Healing and Growth
28:31 The Journey of Becoming an Author
31:26 Understanding the Arrival Fallacy
32:39 Exploring the Concept of Faith
35:39 Core Processes for Personal Growth
39:54 Personal Experiences Shaping Professional Insights
41:43 Defining Success and Happiness
43:41 Advice to Younger Self and Loved Ones
44:51 Encouragement for the Lost and Stuck
Connect with Faust:
Website: https://www.faustruggiero.com/
Instagram: @faustinspire
Buy His Books: The Fix Yourself Empowerment Series
Connect with Amanda:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.podcastforthelost.com
Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost | @amanda.k.powers
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YouTube: @podcastforthelost
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Episode 109: What if the moment you thought ruined your life… was the moment that saved it?
In today’s episode, Amanda sits down with Jason Ferguson — a former D1 athlete, sales leader, speaker, author of Nobody’s Legend, and the creator of the R.A.M.P. framework (Radical Accountability, Authenticity, Mission-Driven Habits, and Pathological Optimism).
Jason’s story is a raw, cinematic look at identity loss, addiction, reinvention, and the war between your ears. From tearing his ACL twice, to spiraling into a decade-long opioid addiction, to rebuilding his life as a husband, father, and high-performing leader — Jason shares the exact mindset shifts, habits, and truths that helped him transform from silence to significance.
If you’ve ever felt lost, stuck, ashamed of your past, or unsure of who you are without your old identity… this conversation is your lifeline. We talk about:
Losing the identity he built since age 7Addiction, denial, relapse, and the moment he finally chose accountabilityThe “mission-driven habits” that rebuilt his lifeWhy the voice in your head is your biggest battleHow to get uncomfortable enough to changeWhy your story isn’t over — even when you think it isBecoming “Nobody’s Legend” and discovering who you were always meant to beGet ready. Jason doesn’t deliver clichés. He delivers lived truth. Grab a pen, because this one is a blueprint for a better life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jason Ferguson's Journey
03:51 The Identity Crisis After Football
09:38 The Battle with Addiction
16:28 Turning Point: Facing Reality
23:06 Rebuilding Life: Mission-Driven Habits
31:00 Finding Your Own System for Success
36:23 Transforming Skills from Addiction to Success
38:28 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Action
41:06 Confronting Imposter Syndrome
44:58 Mental Conditioning Gems for Success
50:28 The Meaning Behind 'Nobody's Legend'
56:33 Defining Purpose and Living Authentically
01:00:39 Advice for the Lost: Finding Your Path
Connect with Jason
Website: https://jfinspires.com/
Instagram: @gethit_jasonferguson
TikTok: @gethit_jasonferguson
TEDx Talk: Pathological Optimism
Connect with Amanda
Website: https://podcastforthelost.com/
Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost & @amanda.k.powers
TikTok: @podcast.for.the.lost
YouTube: @podcastforthelost
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/podcastforthelost/
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Episode 108: What if the key to your success isn’t found in what you do, but in how deeply you feel?
In this week’s episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers sits down with Randy Lyman, a physicist, entrepreneur, and the author of The Third Element: The Missing Key to Activating the Law of Attraction, which reveals the missing link in manifestation that most teachers miss—how unresolved emotional trauma secretly shapes our reality.
Randy built multiple eight-figure companies and an Inc. 500 business, but it wasn’t until he faced his emotional disconnection that he discovered the missing piece between ambition and fulfillment. He is a leading expert on emotional intelligence and service based leadership, and he has pioneered a groundbreaking approach that bridges science and spirituality to transform how people understand abundance. This revelation led him to develop a practical system for emotional mastery that has transformed thousands of lives. Together, Amanda and Randy explore:
How unhealed emotions silently shape our successThe science of resonance and how energy connects to emotional healingWhy perfectionism and control keep us from evolvingHow to lead and live with authenticity, empathy, and truthThe seven-layer questioning method to uncover your emotional blocksWhether you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or someone searching for meaning, this episode bridges science and spirituality to help you reconnect with yourself and redefine what “being found” truly means.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Emotional Intelligence and Success
02:49 Randy's Journey to Emotional Awareness
05:46 The Science of Emotions and Reality
08:43 Bridging Science and Emotions
11:16 Steps to Emotional Healing
14:06 The Impact of Emotional Healing on Business
17:02 Navigating Relationships and Letting Go
19:53 The Cost of Emotional Truth
22:53 Intuition vs. Emotion in Decision Making
28:07 Navigating Difficult Decisions in Business
31:00 The Evolution of Identity and Purpose
35:29 Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Possibilities
38:39 Letting Go of Perfection and Embracing Mistakes
40:24 Surrendering to the Journey
42:35 The Impact of Emotional Growth on Relationships
47:06 Becoming an Effective Listener
48:34 Defining Purpose and Living Authentically
51:49 Advice to My Younger Self
52:45 Messages for Loved Ones
53:28 Finding Guidance When Feeling Lost
Connect with Randy Lyman:
Website: https://randylyman.com/Instagram: @iamrandylymanYouTube: @iamrandylymanFacebook: @iamrandylyman1TikTok: @iamrandylymanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamrandylymanConnect with Amanda:
Website: https://www.podcastforthelost.comInstagram: @podcast.for.the.lost & @amanda.k.powersTikTok: @podcast.for.the.lostYouTube: @podcastforthelostSubstack: https://podcastforthelost.substack.comDon’t forget to subscribe for weekly conversations on identity, healing, purpose, and becoming your future self.
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Episode 107: What happens to athletes when the cheering stops?
Two-time Olympian, three-time Olympic medalist, and eight-time World Champion Katie Hoff joins The Lost & Found Podcast with Amanda Powers to talk about the highs of Olympic glory, the lows of identity loss, and the radical honesty it takes to rebuild your life after the shine of winning medals fades.In this powerful conversation, Katie opens up about imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and the “I’m Due" mindset that helped her transform pain into purpose. From battling a life-threatening pulmonary embolism to launching her own business and podcast (Unfiltered Waters), Katie shares how she learned to redefine success, embrace vulnerability, and become bulletproof to failure.
If you’ve ever wondered how to start again after life doesn’t go as planned — this episode will remind you that you’re never behind, you’re just being redirected.
Topics Covered:
The mindset behind Olympic-level performance
Overcoming imposter syndrome and public comparison
Finding identity and purpose beyond achievement
Entrepreneurship, IVF, and building a new chapter
Vulnerability, marriage, and redefining success in your 30s
This episode is great for any athlete, high achiever, entrepreneur, or someone navigating reinvention and identity loss after a major life pivot.Chapters:
00:00 Introducing World Champion & Olympic Medalist Katie Hoff!
02:12 What It Was Like Joining the 2004 Olympics at 15-years-old
08:47 Competition and the 2008 Olympics
11:00 The Female Michael Phelps
16:05 I Found a Pulmonary Embolism in My Lung
18:49 Katie Hoff’s TEDx Talk Experience
22:53 Founding Synergy Dryland
26:56 Unfiltered Waters Podcast with Missy Franklin
31:07 Lessons in Vulnerability
33:47 Living My Olympic Standards
35:22 The “I’m Due” Mentality
37:24 Staying for the Breakthrough
40:09 How to Become Bulletproof to Failure
41:18 Recovering Perfectionist and Affirmation Addict
45:33 Evolution of Success and Failure
50:43 Our IVF Process
1:00:24 Advice for People Feeling Lost or Stuck In Life
Connect with Katie:
Website - https://www.kthoff.com/
Book - Blueprint: An Olympian's Story of Striving, Adapting, and Embracing the Suck
Instagram - @kthoff7
Podcast - Unfiltered Waters
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Episode 106: In this week's episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda sits down with Jason Catron, a singer, creative entrepreneur, and founder of The Vocal Lab Collective. In this conversation, we dive into reinvention, purpose, and sustainable creative growth—how to keep creating when the applause fades, how to redefine success beyond external validation, and how mentoring others can deepen your own calling. We talk creative discipline, identity shifts, faith through uncertainty, and the leadership skills artists need to thrive.
What you’ll learn:
How to set a purpose-driven creative path (not just a performance path)The mindset shift from “outcomes” to “longevity”Emotional intelligence for artists, leaders, and foundersWhat teaching others reveals about your own craftPractical ways to rebuild identity after a pivotChapters:
00:00 The Early Beginnings of a Prodigy
05:30 Navigating Identity and Authenticity in Music
11:01 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Career Choices
16:52 The Power of Networking and Building Connections
22:19 The Emotional Impact of Music
28:07 Finding Your Unique Voice as an Artist
33:16 Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Creativity
39:12 The Role of a Vocal Coach in Personal Growth
44:27 Connecting with Clients and Building Trust
Connect with Jason Catron:
Website: https://jasoncatronmusic.comThe Vocal Lab Collective: https://vocallabcollective.comYouTube (Vocal Lab)YouTube (Jason Catron Music)InstagramConnect with Amanda Powers:
Email: [email protected]: https://www.podcastforthelost.comInstagram: @podcast.for.the.lost | @amanda.k.powersTikTok: @podcast.for.the.lostYouTube: @podcastforthelostSubstack: https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/Discounts & Affiliate Support Links
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Episode 105: We've made it to the Second Anniversary of The Lost & Found Podcast with Amanda Powers! In this special two-year anniversary episode, Amanda reflects on the wild, beautiful, and brutally honest journey that led her here.
From hitting emotional rock bottom after leaving a decade-long career in national security to rediscovering her creativity behind the mic, she explores what it really means to live a fulfilled life — not the one you’re told to chase, but the one you define for yourself.
Over two years and 100+ episodes, The Lost & Found Podcast has explored purpose, healing, identity, and transformation. This episode is a love letter to all the Wanderers who’ve walked beside Amanda through it all.
You’ll Hear:
How to rebuild your life after losing your identityThe hidden cost of overthinking and “control addiction”Why unlearning is the most underrated growth skillThe fear of an unfulfilled life — and how to conquer itHow downsizing, slowing down, and redefining success can bring joyIf you’ve been stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming, this episode gives you both language and leverage to take your next step.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction, Updates, and Second Anniversary Celebration
09:06 How to Die Without Regrets
17:34 Number 1 - You’re Scared of Commitment
19:00 Number 2 - You’re Spending Too Much Time in Your Own Mind
20:27 Number 3 - You Take Your Healthy Body for Granted
24:53 Number 4 - You Try to Control Everything
28:23 Number 5 - You’re a Pessimist
33:46 Number 6 - You Never Unlearned Bad Habits, Let Go of Old Identities, or Changed Environments
35:59 Number 7 - You’re Arrogant (Despite Not Being Better Than Anyone Else)
39:00 Number 8 - You Lack Generosity
42:13 Number 9 - You Never Take Advantage of Serendipity of Your Environment
44:27 Number 10 - You Don’t Live with a Long-Term Mindset
52:04 It’s Never Too Late to Change Your Life
55:00 Closing Remarks and Sign-off
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Episode 104: Divorce doesn’t just end a marriage — it can feel like it ends your sense of self.
In this deeply personal and empowering episode, Amanda Powers sits down with Molly Rubesh, certified life coach and author, to talk about the reality of healing after heartbreak and what it takes to rebuild a life that feels like yours again.
Molly shares the lessons she’s learned through her own divorce, including how to release resentment, stop people-pleasing, and step into self-trust. Together, she and Amanda explore how to rediscover your identity when everything you thought you knew about yourself has changed — and how to use pain as a catalyst for purpose.
If you’re navigating divorce, self-loss, or any season of personal reinvention, this conversation will remind you: you are not broken — you are becoming.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating Grief and Identity
02:48 The Journey to Becoming a Trauma-Informed Coach
05:33 Trusting Yourself Through Life Changes
08:20 Understanding Grief Beyond Loss
10:57 Finding Happiness in Daily Life
13:17 The Modern Marriage Blueprint
16:07 Recognizing Relationship Warning Signs
23:12 The Importance of Emotional Clarity in Relationships
24:29 Navigating Blended Families: Lessons Learned
25:44 Healing and Moving On: The Journey of Love
27:19 The Role of Therapy and Coaching in Healing
29:33 Facing Uncomfortable Emotions: The Path to Healing
32:08 The Gift of a Healed Self: Impact on Relationships
33:38 Lessons from Children: Resilience and Perspective
36:26 Embracing Grace: Moving Forward After Divorce
37:22 Finding Your Tribe: The Power of Community
42:08 Authenticity in Connection: The Journey to Self-Discovery
Connect with Molly Rubesh:
Website: https://mollyrubesh.com/
Children’s Book: https://mollyrubesh.com/book
Instagram: @molly_rubesh
Threads: @molly_rubesh
The Modern Marriage Blueprint: https://mollyrubesh.com/course-mmb
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