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Breaking the People Pleasing Cycle: Nick Edgar’s Journey to Authenticity

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Breaking the People Pleasing Cycle: Nick Edgar's Journey to Authenticity

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In this conversation, Nick explores the transformative power of authenticity and vulnerability in personal growth and coaching, shedding light on the role of authenticity in combating people-pleasing tendencies. He underscores the significance of delving into one’s values, beliefs, and emotions to facilitate self-discovery and create meaningful change.

Breaking the People Pleasing Cycle: Nick Edgar's Journey to Authenticity
Highlights
💡 **Nick’s Coaching Process**: Nick describes his coaching approach, which involves guiding clients through an exploration of their values, beliefs, and emotions. By delving into these aspects, individuals can gain deeper insights into themselves and embark on a journey of self-discovery.

🌱 **Creating Safe Spaces**: Both Nick and the hosts emphasize the importance of creating safe and supportive environments for personal growth. They discuss how openness and vulnerability can foster healing and connection, allowing individuals to explore their inner worlds without judgment or fear.

🎯 **Societal Expectations and Compassionate Development**: The conversation touches on societal pressures around achievement and success. Nick advocates for a compassionate approach to personal development, one that prioritizes self-awareness, authenticity, and self-compassion over external validation.

🤝 **Changing Dynamics of Emotional Expression**: There’s a reflection on the evolving dynamics of emotional expression, particularly among men. Nick and the hosts discuss the importance of men feeling safe to explore and express their emotions, challenging traditional notions of masculinity.

💬 **Vulnerability and Connection**: They explore the power of vulnerability in fostering connection and healing. By sharing their own stories and struggles, individuals can create deeper connections and support networks, breaking down barriers and promoting empathy.

🌍 **Commitment to Positive Change**: There’s a shared commitment to creating positive change and supporting others in their journey towards self-awareness. They express optimism about the potential for collective growth and transformation, driven by a shared commitment to authenticity and vulnerability.

🚀 **Embracing Imperfection and Lifelong Learning**: Nick emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection and viewing personal growth as an ongoing journey of learning and self-discovery. He encourages individuals to lean into discomfort, embrace vulnerability, and cultivate a mindset of continuous growth.

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Heart’s Discovery: Andy’s Triumph Over Adversity and Journey to Self-Love

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Heart's Discovery: Andy's Triumph Over Adversity and Journey to Self-Love

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On this episode of the Deeper Awareness podcast, Andy leads a profound exploration into personal growth, nature connection, and the transformative power of breathwork. The conversation delves into challenges within the educational system, experiences of substance abuse, and the profound significance of individual healing and self-love. Plans for an upcoming transformative retreat in Hawaii are also unveiled.

Highlights Heart's Discovery: Andy's Triumph Over Adversity and Journey to Self-Love
🌳 **Nature’s Embrace:** Andy shares his deepening connection with nature, expressing the beauty found in exploring trails, observing changing seasons, and experiencing the natural world as a source of inspiration and grounding.

🌟 **Breathwork Transformation:** The transformative impact of breathwork is explored, with Andy discussing the process of facing internal wounds, experiencing vulnerability, and the profound changes that come with this intentional practice.

🏫 **Educational Challenges:** Andy opens up about the challenges of teaching online, describing shortened days and casual interactions during a year-round school. The conversation sheds light on the struggles within the educational system.

🍻 **Weekend Escapes:** Andy delves into his past struggles with substance abuse, recounting weekends marked by escapism through substances. The discussion touches on battling bouts of depression and questioning life’s purpose.

🔄 **Journey of Transformation:** The podcast delves into Andy’s transformative journey through meditation and self-reflection. It uncovers his discovery of a deep desire for love and purpose, showcasing the power of internal exploration.

🌅 **Gratitude and Service:** The episode concludes with Andy expressing gratitude for his transformative journey, highlighting the embrace of vulnerability and the joy and self-love found in serving others. The discussion emphasizes the positive impact of personal healing on the broader community.

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Postpartum Resilience: Lucia’s Story of Navigating Motherhood Amidst Business Closure

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Postpartum Resilience: Lucia's Story of Navigating Motherhood Amidst Business Closure

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In this conversation, Lucia shares her journey of overcoming challenges, including the closure of her fitness studio due to the pandemic, becoming a first-time mom, and experiencing postpartum struggles. She discovered breathwork during a soul-searching program, leading her to enroll in a breathwork facilitator program. Additionally, Lucia became a pediatric sleep coach after addressing her son’s sleep issues. She rebranded her business to “Luminous by Lucia,” integrating sleep coaching, fitness, and breath work to support mothers. Through this process, she discovered postpartum resilience.

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Highlights

💔 Studio Closure:

The closure of Lucia’s fitness studio in Hoboken, compounded by the exodus of people due to COVID-19, leads to a profound sense of loss, failure, and disappointment.

🤱 New Motherhood:

Amidst the business challenges, Lucia becomes a first-time mom, adding complexity to her struggles and requiring resilience to navigate the demands of entrepreneurship and motherhood.

🌬️ Discovery of Breath Work:

Lucia’s introduction to breath work occurs during a soul-searching program facilitated by Sam Skelly. The transformative experience prompts her to explore further, leading her to enroll in the Pause Breathwork Facilitator program.

🌐 Breath Work Facilitator Journey:

Lucia reflects on her breath work facilitator journey, emphasizing the shared experience of breath work finding individuals when they need it most.

🌙 Pediatric Sleep Transformation:

Lucia delves into her venture into pediatric sleep coaching driven by personal challenges with her son’s sleep. The struggles prompt her to become a certified sleep coach, shaping her new path.

🌟 Luminous by Lucia:

Lucia’s business evolution unfolds as she rebrands from a focus on sleep to a holistic approach, incorporating body movement (fitness) and soul connection (breath work) to support mothers. The rebranding reflects her commitment to creating a comprehensive support system.
Lucia’s story encapsulates resilience, transformation, and the integration of diverse experiences into a holistic approach to well-being, emphasizing the power of breathwork in her personal and professional journey.

Lucia’s message to the world: “You are enough“.

Contact Lucia here: https://www.luminousbylucia.com/
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