Soul Talks Podcast
Stories of survival and hope. Creating a generous and gentle landing space to explore life’s hard realities.
Building a Life I Loved: Motherhood & Creativity - S2: Ep18
We’re back with another episode of my personal interview with my dear friend Peter Siaggas—one that’s especially close to my heart.
In Season 2, Episode 11, I shared how I found my way into the world of marketing and advertising—and how that journey led me to James, the love of my life.
Now, in Episode 18, I open up about what came next: becoming a mother, building a career I loved, and doing my best to be present for it all. Through every high and low, James was my constant—cheering me on, grounding me, believ...
Understanding EMDR: A Powerful Tool for Trauma Recovery | with Sheri Ryland - S2: Ep17
We’re welcoming back resident therapist Sheri Ryland for another powerful Therapy with Sheri episode on the Soul Talks Podcast!
In this conversation, we explore EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a transformative mental health treatment that helps people heal from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and deep emotional wounds.
Sheri breaks down: ✨ What EMDR is
✨ How it works to process traumatic memories
✨ Real-life ways EMDR can support your emotional healing journey
Whether you’re navigating trauma recovery, dealing with unresolved anxiety, or just curious about EMDR, this episode is full of in...
Listen More Than You Speak | Dr. Katie Eastman on Inner Peace, Grief & Healing from Trauma - S2 Ep16
IEpisode 16 is now available!
In this heartfelt final episode of our 3-part series with Dr. Katie Eastman, we explore the deep roots of inner peace, the power of compassionate listening, and the incredible healing journey that comes with grief.
We also dive into what it truly means to “listen more than you speak”—a powerful lesson Katie learned from Jason, and one she now uses to walk alongside Ukrainian women healing from the trauma of war.
This episode is packed with insights on grief support, emotional healing, trauma recovery, and the vital role of sel...
SMALL TALK: How I Stay Spiritually Aligned Every Day: My Prayer & Meditation Routine | Theresa Bruno
Today on the Soul Talks Podcast, I am having a "Small Talk" with you for the first time in a while.
I'm sharing my personal daily meditation and prayer routine—a simple but powerful way I stay spiritually aligned, centered, and connected to divine guidance.
Whether you call it God, Spirit, the Universe… I believe there's always a whisper trying to reach us. This practice helps me pause, listen, and live with intention.
✨ Let go. Reset. Thank you, God. ✨
Tune in and try it with me. I hope it brings you peace an...
How Pain Becomes Your Superpower | Grief Coach Dr. Katie Eastman on Healing After Loss - S2 Ep15
We’re back with another powerful Soul Talks conversation featuring Dr. Katie Eastman, a master grief coach who shares her journey to becoming a leader in the field of grief work. Grief is deeply personal—there’s no single path or timeline. In this episode, Dr. Eastman shares incredible grief support tips, explains why healing after loss is unique for everyone, and even spends time coaching Theresa through the grief of losing her husband to suicide. Discover why sitting with discomfort is powerful—and how your deepest pain can become your greatest superpower. How are you turning your pain into som...
Infertility and the Silent Grief No One Talks About with Sheri Ryland - S2 Ep 14
This week on The Soul Talks, resident therapist Sheri Ryland joins us for a raw and honest conversation about the grueling, often hidden journey of fertility struggles.
Fertility is a topic many shy away from—and yet, the emotional toll of infertility, the grief of not being able to conceive, and the quiet heartbreak of not being “normal” are deeply real and life-altering.
Sheri shares her own experience with infertility, the silent sorrow that comes with it, and the path to healing through grief, therapy, and self-compassion. If you or someone you love has walked this r...
Grief, Growth & the Purpose of Life: Making a Difference with Dr. Katie Eastman - S2: Ep 13
Today on The Soul Talks Podcast, we welcome Dr. Katie Eastman!
She shares the deeply personal journey that led her into a life of service—from her early childhood experiences to a profound encounter that would change everything. As a young social worker, Katie met Jason—a teenager given just three months to live. In his final days, Jason shared a wisdom that would shape the rest of her life and career. Through their connection, Katie discovered what she now believes to be the heart of it all: the purpose of life is to make a difference.
How to Navigate Anger in Yourself and Others with Sheri Ryland - S2 Ep12
We’re back with our weekly episode featuring resident therapist Sheri Ryland, and this week we’re diving into a powerful and often misunderstood emotion: anger.
We explore what anger really is, how to process it in healthy, constructive ways, and what to do when it shows up in toxic relationships or abusive dynamics. Whether you're learning to regulate your own emotions or navigating someone else’s, this conversation offers practical insight, compassion, and a path toward emotional healing.
Tune in for an honest, therapeutic take on anger, boundaries, and the deep work of mental health...
From Concert Pianist to a New Purpose: Theresa’s Journey of Loss & Resilience - S2: Ep 11
We left off with my personal story in Season 2, Episode 1, where I shared the devastating loss of my ability to use my hand as I was training to be a concert pianist. How do you move forward when your greatest passion is taken away?
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Peter Siaggas, sharing how I found a new path in marketing and advertising, how I met the love of my life, and the incredible story of the Bruno family—their generosity, their success, and the heartbreaking tragedy that shook their business and their lives.
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Devastation of Divorce: Finding Strength & Community - S2: Ep 10
Divorce is devastating, but it doesn’t define you. In this episode of The Soul Talks Podcast, our resident therapist Sheri Ryland shares how to navigate the grief, fear, and uncertainty that comes with divorce.
Will I ever be loved again? Will I always be alone? These thoughts can overwhelm us, but healing is possible. You are not alone. Lean into your community, embrace the journey, and rediscover your strength.
Tune in now! #HealingAfterDivorce #DivorceRecovery #TherapyWithSheri #GriefAndLoss #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters