The Soul Goals
Welcome to The Soul Goals Podcast, where real stories meet honest conversations about life, its challenges, and the moments that change us. Find inspiration, fresh perspective, and a little hope for your own journey. Because sometimes, someone else’s story helps you make sense of your own. You never know what a conversation might spark, a story might shift, or a new perspective might open up. Everyone has a story, and every story matters. Let’s make our stories count!
What If Recovery Is More Than Getting Sober? | Sean O'Grady on Emotional Sobriety
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Sean O'Grady is a professional photographer and a man in active recovery who understands that sobriety isn't simply something you achieve, it's something you continue to choose.
In this honest and thoughtful conversation, Sean talks about trusting the process, detaching with love, and learning to ask ourselves a powerful question: What am I getting from this?
Sean has experienced countless moments along his journey that have shaped the person he is today. He believes deeply that the people who enter our...
What My Eating Disorder Taught Me About Myself | The Stories That Changed Us
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It’s here! Season 4 of The Soul Goals Podcast!
This season, we’re exploring the stories that change us…the experiences that shift our perspective, challenge what we thought we knew, and leave us seeing ourselves, our lives, and the world a little differently.
For this first episode, I’m flying solo and sharing a little more of my own story, including my experience with an eating disorder and how it helped shape the person I am today. I’m reflecting on the hea...
The Plan Was To Start A Podcast...Look What We've Gone and Done!
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Well, here we are! Season 3 is officially wrapped, and there’s no better time than the present to sit down and chat about all things Soul Goals!
When I started the podcast and The Soul Goals platform back in September 2023, I had no idea where it would take me. There’s been a lot of learning, a lot of figuring things out as I go, and SO many incredible conversations and stories along the way. And guess what? My first book and The Soul Goals Pop-Up Experience came out...
Permission To Fail: How It Shapes Our Lives and Relationships With Mari Wuellner
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Real talk: How many things have you talked yourself out of because you were afraid they might not work out?
But really, why are we so afraid to get it wrong? We're taught to have it all together, follow the plan, and keep moving forward. But what happens when life doesn't go according to plan? And what if the things we label as failures are actually the things that help us grow?
The amazing Mari Wuellner is breaking it down with us today! Mar...
Your Nervous System Is Talking…Are You Listening?
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Have you ever wondered why you react the way you do? Why certain situations trigger you, why you fall into the same patterns, or why sometimes your body seems to know something before your mind does?
This episode of the pod gets real and honest about our responses and our reactions, the things that can drive our days and our experiences: our nervous system. Anna DiCarlo, author of “The Ghost In The Habit” and creator of LaBelle Naturelle Neuro Skincare and Emotion & Body Code Practitioner Krysti Montes De Oca...
The Hidden Cost of Overwhelm: Learning to Live Beyond the To-Do List with Brittany Stinson
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Living in a constant state of overwhelm can leave us feeling like we're always behind, always doing, and never quite finding the space to breathe. And somewhere along the way, we can start believing that our worth is somehow tied to how much we accomplish.
But what are we missing when we stay in overwhelm? What happens when we feel like we have to do it all? And what might change if we gave ourselves permission to live at a pace that actually allows us to be present...
The Midlife Reframe: Letting Go of Who We Thought We’d Be with MB Roberts
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What if midlife isn’t a crisis, but an invitation?
An invitation to reframe the assumptions and expectations we’ve carried for decades and to get a little more comfortable with who we are instead of who we thought we were supposed to be.
In this episode of the pod, I’m joined by my friend MB Roberts, host of Let’s Talk Ladies Podcast and The Grey Take, for a thoughtful, funny, and honest conversation about aging well, mid...
Why Creativity Matters More Than We Think
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Have you ever created something and, somewhere along the way, realized you were actually working something out inside yourself?
Maybe it was writing, music, painting, photography, filmmaking, or even something as simple as putting your thoughts on paper. We often think of creativity as something we do because we’re “creative.” But what if it’s so much more than that?
Timothy Kiley, award-winning filmmaker and producer, joins me to talk about his creative process, his path, and the unexpected detours along the way that...
Following the Signs: Trusting the Path Before You Can See It
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I’ve always been fascinated by the moments in life when something seems to nudge us in a certain direction: a conversation, an opportunity, a feeling, a door that opens at just the right time. We may not understand it in the moment but many times, we can look back and realize “I get it now.”
That’s exactly what this week’s pod guest, Morgan Lester, shares in our conversation with so much truth, authenticity, and grounded faith.
Morgan is a former collegiate athlete, an FCA repres...
Has Kindness Become a Lost Art? The Importance of Choosing Compassion
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What if kindness isn’t just something we give to others, but something that changes us, too?
Award-winning filmmaker, composer, writer, and storyteller Anne Trenning has spent her life using creativity and storytelling to invite people into deeper places of reflection, perspective, and understanding. Her work carries a gentleness that feels especially meaningful in a world that can sometimes feel anything but gentle. Anne understands that empathy, compassion, and gratitude aren’t always our first instincts, but choosing them can change the way we see both ours...
When Life Changes Everything: The Courage to Adapt with John Mabry
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What happens when life forces you to become someone you never expected to be?
What a powerful conversation with John Mabry, Nashville-based speaker, coach, and mental health advocate. John’s life has been a series of adaptions, showing us how life circumstances can push us to our edges and challenge us to adapt, a life skill that’s both necessary and difficult at times.
John’s story is filled with remarkable resilience. As a young man, a devastating car accident changed his life forever...
Who Are You When You Have Nothing Left to Prove? | Darryll Stinson Talks Confidence & Finding Worth
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Who are you when you have nothing left to prove and what happens when you achieve the things you thought would finally make you feel confident only to realize that true confidence has very little to do with achievement?
In Darryll's words...OHHHHHHH SNAP!
That’s the powerful conversation I had with Darryll Stinson, founder of Seeding Greatness, husband and father, TedX speaker, and purpose driven leader, committed to using his story to encourage others.
Darryll’s story is a...
S3EP41 | Summer Replay: Body Image & the Wellness Conversation Every Woman Needs to Hear
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Summer Replay week 2!
We’re bringing back another top convo from this season and this one sparked the biggest response from listeners, bringing the subject of body image and identity to the forefront in the best possible way.
When this episode with Macy Pruett of Fittest Core first aired, my inbox filled with DMs and messages from people who saw themselves in our conversation. We talked honestly about body image, identity, confidence, and how easy it is to tie our worth to what we...
S3EP40 | Summer Replay: The Power of Being Present with Sr. Katie Flanagan
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I always loved summer break growing up in Ohio, so it only feels right to bring it back as an adult!
While I'm away on vacation for the next couple of weeks, I thought it'd be fun to replay a few episodes that really resonated with you (and me!)
We're kicking things off with the most downloaded episode of the season so far, my conversation with Sr. Katie Flanagan of the Salesian Sisters. It's also one of my personal favorites.
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S3EP39 | Retirement and Perspective | Finding the Positive In Life's Transitions
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What if growing older wasn't something to fear, but one of life's greatest invitations?
Perspective has the power to shape not only how we experience life's challenges, but also how we embrace its transitions. Life Transition Specialist and Retirement Consultant Connie Jean Catalano sits in on the pod for a heartfelt conversation about purpose, resilience, and discovering hope in every season of life. Through her podcast, The Best Life Ever, Connie helps people prepare for and thrive in the second half of life while giving her guests a...
S3EP38 | Why We Crave Control (And How to Finally Let It Go) with Dr. Stacy Jagger
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What if the very thing that's making you feel safe is also the thing keeping you stuck?
In this episode of the pod, I sit down with Dr. Stacy Jagger, aka “Dr. Sassy”, LMFT, creator of “The Mountain Method” and author of “The 30 Day Blackout”, to explore one of the biggest struggles we all share: our need for control.
Whether it shows up as perfectionism, overthinking, people-pleasing, anxiety, or simply trying to make sure everything goes according to plan, Dr. Stacy has learned through her...
S3EP37 | The Courage to Connect: Curiosity, Vulnerability,& Human Connection with Jim Morris
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What if the key to deeper relationships isn't having all the answers, but staying curious enough to ask the meaningful questions?
In today's episode of the pod, I sit down with Jim Morris to explore the power of curiosity, discernment, vulnerability, and authentic human connection. Jim is the host of The Impact Effect Podcast, a community builder, author, and founder of Human Touch Publishing, where he helps people bring their stories to life and share their experiences in ways that create meaningful impact. Through his work, Jim is...
S3EP36 | Vietnam Erased: Joe Loesch on Missing Memories, Hidden Trauma, and the Search for Truth
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What happens when a decorated Vietnam veteran begins uncovering pieces of a past he can't fully remember?
In this powerful episode, I sit down with voice actor, entertainer, mentor, and author Joe Loesch to discuss his extraordinary journey from his military service in Vietnam to a successful career in entertainment, voice acting, and coaching. Arriving in Vietnam as a young man with a guitar in one hand and an M-60 in the other, Joe never imagined the experiences that would shape the rest of his life. Eventually becoming...
S3EP35 | Reclaiming Our Stories, Reclaiming Our Lives: The Benefits Of Therapy
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Let's be honest, most of us are carrying around things we were never taught how to process.
Old hurts, grief, disappointment, anxiety, relationship struggles, and stories we've been telling ourselves for years.
So what happens when we finally slow down long enough to unpack them?
In this episode of the pod, licensed professional counselor Jarrod Hoffman joins in for a real and relatable conversation about therapy, healing, and personal growth. We talk about why therapy isn't just for pe...
S3EP34 | Breaking Financial Myths and Building an Abundance Mindset
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What if the biggest obstacle to financial success isn't your income but your mindset?
In this episode, Tony Bradshaw sits in to explore the powerful connection between our beliefs, habits, and financial well-being. Drawing from his own journey from scarcity and lack to a life of greater abundance, Tony shares how understanding money often begins with understanding ourselves.
Tony is the host of The Millionaire Choice Podcast and Get Business Smart Podcast, as well as the author of 31 Days to Get Money Smart...
S3EP33 | Why Your Mindset Matters More Than You Think: The Shifts That Unlock Real Change
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What does it really take to develop a growth mindset…and why do so many of us end up standing in our own way?
On this week’s pod episode, Shawn Huber shares his perspective from both sides of the journey: as someone who has done the work himself and as a coach helping others do the same. A mindset coach and founder of The Mental Mechanics, Shawn helps people examine the habits, thought patterns, and beliefs that shape their personal and professional growth. With more than 25 years of co...
S3EP32 | Where Compassion Meets Action: Changing the Fight Against Human Trafficking
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Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the world, yet it often hides in plain sight. In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Hannah Munn of Love Justice International to explore the realities of trafficking, the vulnerabilities that place people at risk, and the life-changing work being done to stop exploitation before it ever begins.
Hannah shares the unique mission of Love Justice International, an organization that takes a proactive approach to combating trafficking by placing trained monitors at key transit locations around...
S3EP31 | Breaking the Standards: Macy Pruett Talks Body Image, Confidence & Real Wellness
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What if the hardest part of getting healthy isn’t changing your body but changing the way you see yourself?
My conversation with Macy Pruett, certified personal trainer, pre-and postnatal fitness coach, and founder of The Fittest Core, is an honest opportunity for all of us to take a deeper look at the beliefs we carry about body image, confidence, and self-worth. In this episode, Macy and I get real about the struggles so many people face when it comes to fitness and identity, unpacking the myths, pressures, an...
S3EP30 | Finding Your Why | Burnout, Purpose & Identity with Rachel Marie Martin
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Sometimes the hardest question isn’t “What should I do next?”, it’s “Why am I doing any of this at all?”
In this deeply honest and grounded conversation with Rachel Marie Martin, we dive into purpose, burnout, identity, and the search for meaning in the middle of everyday life. Rachel’s journey began with her online platform, Finding Joy, a space created to encourage, uplift, and remind people they are not alone in the middle of their struggles. Since then, she’s become a respected author, speaker, and entrepreneur...
S3EP29 | Inside Hospice Care: What It Means to Be Present at Life’s End
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What does it truly mean to care for someone at the end of their life, and how can we learn to see death not just through the lens of grief, but through dignity, compassion, and even celebration for a life fully lived?
As I sit down with Rhonda Lewis from the Defiance Inpatient Hospice Center to talk about the heart behind hospice care and the sacred role she serves as both a nurse and nursing supervisor, I’m reminded that death deserves the same tenderness, honor, and reverence th...
S3EP28 | Why Acceptance Is So Hard (and Why It Changes Everything)
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Acceptance isn’t always easy, but it might be exactly what we need.
This week, I’m joined by Katie and Ivy from Toxic Waste of Time podcast for an engaging deep dive into acceptance, the kind that sounds simple until you actually try to do it. We talk about what it really means to accept yourself, other people, and the curveballs life keeps throwing your way (uninvited, of course).
Along the way, we share stories, a few hard-earned lessons, and some laughs about...
S3EP27 | The Missing Piece in a Full Life: Serving Your Community
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What does it actually mean to serve your community, and why is it such an essential part of living a full and meaningful life?
Bryan Neely joins the podcast to share his perspective on service what it looks like in real life, why it matters, and how anyone can start right where they are. Drawing from his experiences as a Navy veteran, DEKA World Champion, endurance athlete, entrepreneur, and author of "Mile 17" and "Embrace Your Roarrr", Bryan reflects on how his definition of service has evolved over time...
S3EP26 | The Gift of Aging: Looking for The Miracles and Rethinking How We Heal
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Healing doesn’t always start with doing more...it often begins with seeing differently.
In this episode, I sit down with Marilyn Jenkins of Be Happy Nation for a warm, down-to-earth conversation about what it really means to support your body instead of constantly working against it. Marilyn shares her belief that when we begin to “find the miracles,” we start to recognize just how capable our bodies are of healing, especially when we shift our environment, our mindset, and lean into a more holistic way of living.
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S3EP25 | Bringing Life Into the World: Inside the Work of a Birth Doula
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Childbirth is one of life’s most powerful and vulnerable experiences, and no one should have to go through it alone.
In this episode, birth doula Kathie Sonner joins me to explore the deeply meaningful work of supporting families through one of life’s most transformative moments. She shares how she found her way into doula work, what her role looks like throughout pregnancy and labor, and the emotional and physical support she provides to both mothers and their families.
We also talk abou...
S3EP24 | The Weight We Carry: The Hidden Side of Caregiving
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Caregiving is more than love and support…it has a side we don’t often see.
In this episode, Roy Clary of the Grey Take Podcast shares what it truly means to step into the role of caregiver, and how that responsibility can reshape your entire life.
Roy opens up about caring for his parents, offering an honest look at the emotional, mental, and practical challenges that come with it. Beyond what others see, he speaks candidly about the burnout, frustration, and moments of h...
S3EP23 | The Power of Presence: A Conversation with Sister Katie Flanagan
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What if real connection starts with simply being present?
The most delightful conversation with Sister Katie Flanagan, a member of the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco, brought that very question front-and-center on this week’s episode of the pod. Sr. Katie graciously speaks to the quiet but powerful impact that living with intention, presence, and authentic connection can bring to all of our lives.
Sr. Katie shares her personal journey into religious life: how she discerned her calling, the role of i...
S3EP22 | The Courage of Trying Again: Why Choice Matters
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“What you’re not changing, you’re choosing.”
Successful gymnastics coach and business owner Ginger Raines captures it perfectly. Change can feel overwhelming, especially when we’re caught in cycles of self-doubt. In those moments, we often find ourselves choosing the harder path, the one that keeps us stuck and disconnected from the strengths already within us.
But growth begins the moment we decide to rise, reset, and try again.
In this conversation, Ginger shares the courage it takes to m...
S3EP21 | Being vs. Doing: Finding Peace in the Pause
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Have you ever noticed how hard it is to just be?
The shift from doing to being can feel uncomfortable for many of us. Slowing down, letting go of the push, and simply existing can bring clarity and peace—but it can also lead us down challenging, unfamiliar paths. In a fast-paced world, embracing “being” often feels unnatural, even foreign. Yet even small moments spent in stillness can create a sense of presence and grounding that we’re often searching for.
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S3EP20 | Cultivating Inner Peace: Staying Grounded in a Demanding Life
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Can you build a successful life without losing your inner peace?
Renowned songwriter and songwriter coach Rick Beresford shares a powerful conversation about cultivating inner peace in the midst of a demanding creative life and how it is a mainstay for his success.
Rick has spent decades helping songwriters develop their craft, but just as importantly, he’s learned how to build a life grounded in clarity, purpose, and inner calm. In our conversation, he shares the personal journey that led him...
S3EP19 | Your Life Reimagined: The Power of Career Reinvention
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What if the life you’re meant to live is waiting on the other side of one brave shift?
Voice-over artist and actor Mike Decello shares an honest and deeply inspiring conversation about career reinvention and what it really looks like to change your life with intention. Mike’s personal journey of professional and spiritual evolution is real and transparent as he opens up about the courage it takes to pivot, redefine success, and trust your inner calling, even when the path feels uncertain. Together we explore how reinve...
S3EP18 | Step-Parenting with Heart: Challenges, Joys, and Life-Changing Lessons
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Stepping into a child’s life isn’t simple…but it’s unforgettable.
Being a step-parent isn’t always easy, but it can be incredibly fulfilling—and Hoss Peterson joins us on this episode of the pod to share exactly what that journey has meant to him. From the challenges he’s faced to the lessons learned and the beautiful joys along the way, Hoss gets real about what it takes to step into that responsibility with love, patience, and heart.
It can be messy, unpr...
S3EP17 | Rejection or Redirection? Trusting the Pivots and the Process
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What if the detours in your life aren’t setbacks — but sacred redirections?
In this powerful episode of the pod, I sit down with Sami Shea to explore the deeper meaning behind life’s unexpected pivots. A former collegiate gymnast, Sami knows what it’s like to dedicate your life to one dream — and then have that chapter close. She opens up about navigating that season of life and learning to trust the unfolding instead of resisting it.
Sami gets honest about how redirectio...
S3EP16 | Raising Strength: The Resilience of Single Parenting
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Single parenting pushes you into a self-trust and resilience most never witness—but everyone needs.
In this episode of The Soul Goals, successful business coach, performance leader, and keynote speaker Stephanie Richardson opens up with honest, grounded conversation about the realities of single parenting—the quiet struggles, unseen strength, and profound personal growth it demands. What started as an unexpected role became a journey of determination, courage, and a fierce commitment to raising her daughter with fortitude.
We dive into what it m...
S3EP15 | From Overwhelm to Alignment: Journaling, Faith & Manifestation with Bobbi Gregory
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What if journaling wasn’t another thing on your to-do list, but a doorway back to your authentic self?
Today on The Soul Goals Podcast, Bobbi Gregory, founder of The Be Still Collective, joins us for a grounded, soul-led conversation about journaling, manifesting, and spirituality. We explore how journaling can grow and evolve with you, how to integrate it into everyday life without pressure or perfection, and why it’s such a powerful tool for clarity, self-connection, and manifestation.
Bobbi shares the heart behind The...
S3EP14 | A Journey of Healing Through Health: Cancer, Holistic Living & Hope with Purely Boxed
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In this episode of The Soul Goals Podcast, we sit down with Chris and Chrissy Gallarello, the husband-and-wife duo behind Purely Boxed, to talk about healing through health, purpose, and lived experience. Born out of Chrissy’s own cancer walk, Purely Boxed was created with a simple but powerful mission: to make clean, nourishing, intentional products accessible to people walking through treatment as well as desiring to experience life on a holistic level, honoring the body’s ability to heal when given the right support.
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