Mentally A Badass

Paul Davis ran away from home, lived in his car, and spent over two decades caught in a spiral of addiction, self-destruction, and heartbreak. In this raw conversation, he opens up about the moment he hit rock bottom, the pain of broken relationships, and the life-changing turning point that brought him to his knees—and ultimately to healing.

We talk about:

• His troubled childhood and why he ran away
• What it was really like living in his car and barely surviving
• The beginning of his addiction and the 23-year path of destruction
• How love, loss, and grief shaped his journey
• The impact his wife’s battle with breast cancer had on his sobriety
• The moment God dramatically entered his life
• What he’d say to anyone currently in the middle of their own storm

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In this episode, I sit down with Katie Turner—an advocate for deep feeling and self-awareness—to talk about what it really means to be a sensitive human in a loud, often dismissive world. We unpack the differences between traditional therapy and spiritual alternatives, share personal insights on navigating mental health in both the U.S. and Canada, and get real about the damaging effects of toxic positivity. If you've ever felt "too much" or questioned what healing is supposed to look like, this conversation is for you.

Learn more about Katie:

https://katieturnerpsychology.com/

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Why are we so hard on ourselves sometimes? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala — a psychologist, author, and expert in emotions — to talk about perfectionism, personality traits, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). We break down how your personality can shape the way you think and feel, why perfectionism shows up, and what actually helps when emotions feel too big to handle. It's a raw, real convo about mental health, healing, and understanding yourself better.

KEYWORDS: perfectionism, borderline personality disorder, BPD, mental health, personality traits, emotional health, Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala, psychology podcast, self-growth, therapy tools.

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In this honest and healing conversation, I’m joined by Kanika Vasudeva—energy healer and spiritual guide—as she shares how the heartbreaking loss of her daughter led her to a deeper path of self-discovery, soul work, and spiritual healing.

We talk about how energy healing helped her move through grief, and how tapping into the Akashic Records revealed hidden patterns, karmic imprints, and generational cycles that were affecting her life. Kanika breaks down what the Akashic Records are, how they work, and how they can help you release emotional blocks, heal trauma, and grow spiritually.

If you’re working through grief, feeling stuck, or just curious about energy healing and soul-level transformation—this episode is for you.

Download her free 3-part audio series: Soul Contracts in Parenting and discover the deeper purpose behind your connection, the karmic patterns you’re here to break, and how to start parenting from peace instead of pain.

Website: https://artoflifecenter.com/

Akashic Records Reading and Healing: https://artoflifecenter.com/reading

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kanikaenergycoach/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanikaenergycoach/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kanikaenergycoach

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In this episode, I sat down with Cali Estes — an addiction expert and counselor who works with celebrities — to talk about her own experience with addiction and why so many people in the spotlight quietly battle it too.

We got into the pressure of constantly being “on,” what fame can do to your mental health, and why money and success don’t make you immune to addiction. Cali also opened up about how she helps her clients recover and the tools that actually work.

This one’s honest, raw, and super eye-opening — whether you’ve struggled yourself or just want to understand what’s really going on behind the scenes.

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https://linktr.ee/Drcaliestes

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In this powerful episode, transformational coach Robert Foster opens up about how the death of his father became a turning point in both his personal journey and professional coaching style. We discuss how he helps clients manage anxiety and depression, his unique approach to mindset and motivation, and why healing is a critical part of achieving success. If you’re looking for inspiration, mental health strategies, and a new way to think about personal growth, this episode is for you.

Check out Robert's book, Shut up & Grind:  

https://www.amazon.com/Shut-Up-GRIND-Overcoming-Speaking-ebook/dp/B0DLV8ZR1L

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Holly France — a rare illness advocate and survivor, to talk about her journey with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare and often misunderstood neurological disorder. Holly opens up about what it’s really like to live with a rare disease, the challenges of navigating a medical system that often overlooks rare diagnoses, and how she found strength and purpose through advocacy. Whether you're living with a rare illness or know someone who is, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, understood, and inspired.

Learn more about Holly:

https://www.hollyaftergbs.com/

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Jenny Lytle — a former hospice nurse turned stress-relief and self-care coach — for a powerful conversation about the real cost of burnout. Jenny shares how losing her mother and her years of caregiving led her to deeply understand that self-care isn’t selfish — it’s essential. We talk about the emotional toll of always putting others first, the danger of ignoring small stress signals, and how simple, practical self-care can fit into even the busiest lives. If you’ve ever felt like taking care of yourself is "one more thing" on your list, this conversation will help you shift your mindset — and your daily habits — in small but life-changing ways.

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Get your FREE digital copy of Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: The Compassionate Nurse's Step-by-Step Guide to Personalized Stress Relief at www.selfcareisntselfish.com. This practical guide will help you reduce stress, prevent burnout, and create a personalized self-care plan—perfect for busy professionals and caregivers! (Paperback, large-print hardcover, and audiobook are also available for purchase on Amazon.)

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When Jill McMahon was a kid, a man held her family at gunpoint—an experience that would change the course of her life. Now a trauma counselor, Jill shares what it’s like to live through something so terrifying and how trauma can stick with us for years. We talk about the long-term impact of that day, how trauma shows up in ways we don’t always expect, and what healing has looked like for her. This conversation is raw, real, and a reminder that our stories don’t define us, but they do shape us.

Jill's Book on Amazon:

 https://www.amazon.com/s?k=jill+mcmahon+book&crid=1Y1P78RHAKVQJ&sprefix=Jill+McMahon%2Caps%2C162&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_3_12

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