What if the key to unlocking your true potential lies within the child you once were? Inner child work is not just a healing tool—it’s the foundation for how we navigate the world as adults. The beliefs we formed in childhood about ourselves and the world around us silently shape our relationships, self-perception, and emotional patterns. Too often, we judge ourselves harshly, but judgment can never spark true change—only compassion can. Inner child work offers a safe, nurturing space filled with love, gentleness, gratitude, and the essential conditions for personal growth and transformation. It’s not about fixing yourself. It’s about building a compassionate relationship with every part of who you are.

In this episode, we talk with Cait deMello about one of the most essential aspects of healing: Inner Child work. Cait is a business and embodiment coach who describes herself as an inner power activator on a mission to help women reclaim the power within to develop their businesses from a place of inner strength. With a master's degree in coaching and certification in over 20 modalities, including inner child work, parts work, and breathwork, Cait has deeply invested in her spirituality and credits Tarot with saving her life by deepening her connection to her inner voice.

Tune in to uncover the tools to nurture your inner child and step into a more empowered and authentic version of yourself.

What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest today, Cait deMello
• [04:10] What inner child is, and why it’s central to healing and embodiment work
• [06:56] Why you need to build a relationship with your younger self
• [09:42] Steps to repair and reconnect with your inner child
• [11:50] The rising interest and popularity of inner child work
• [15:33] Why inner child is an important part of our emotional and mental well-being
• [18:52] Letting go of the mantra “I should have known better.”
• [20:36] How unresolved childhood wounds manifest in adult life
• [24:10] Signs you are disconnected and neglecting your inner child
• [28:39] How to know if your response matches the situation
• [30:53] The first step to exploring and tapping into your younger self
• [34:25] Inner child work and connecting with different versions of your younger self
• [36:25] Overcoming trauma blocks and creating a safe healing space
• [40:16] How to cultivate safety within yourself through breathe work and cold plunge
• [44:44] Key takeaways on how to start exploring your inner child today
• [45:05] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “It’s so important to understand inner child work because it's the undercurrent of how you are functioning as an adult in your life.” [05:46]
• “ When you form a relationship with your inner child, you are learning how to re-parent yourself, change your relationship with yourself, and allow yourself to grow.” [07:58]
• “The inner child creates an incredible and massive space for compassion, love, gentleness, and gratitude, all of the conditions that allow growth and change.” [08:12]
• “Get all the different versions of you and connect with them all because they all learned and picked up on different things at different times.” [34:36]
• “inner child work is not about getting rid of something. It's about restructuring the relationship to yourself, emotions, thoughts, and actions.” [41:39]
  
  

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Chandler
Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/
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Self-trust is the cornerstone of achieving your 2025 goals, and it begins with small daily commitments—non-negotiable wins that reinforce your belief in your ability to follow through. Self-trust is about showing up for yourself consistently, even when faced with discomfort, and using accountability as a tool to stay on track. Each step, when taken with intention, creates a cycle of growth, building confidence and resilience along the way. Cultivating self-trust also requires self-compassion, as acknowledging your efforts and celebrating progress enhances a positive mindset. By trusting yourself, you unlock the power to overcome challenges and create meaningful, lasting change.

In this episode, we talk about self-trust—what it is, why it matters, and how to identify and cultivate it for personal growth, expansion, and fulfillment in life with Bonnie. Bonnie is an accountability coach at All-In by Teddi. Her career began in retail marketing and management, where she held divisional manager and director of HR roles at various department stores and led store openings nationwide. In 2019, she discovered All In by Teddi Mellencamp, a life-changing program focused on accountability, personalized coaching, and lasting lifestyle shifts toward health and fitness.

After succeeding with the program, she became a lifestyle coach at All In, helping clients build lasting lifestyles through movement, clean eating, and positive mindset adjustments. Bonnie has transformed hundreds of lives, trained new coaches, and passionately advocates for the All In community.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest, Bonnie
• [07:18] What is accountability coaching, and how All-In help people reach their goals
• [09:47] What true self-trust is, and how it shows up in our life
• [11:01] The 3 daily non-negotiable wins that will help you ground and build up trust
• [14:27] How cultivating self-trust helps us lean into discomfort to achieve
• [15:47] How to set goals, build trust, and consistently show up for yourself
• [23:27] Why following through on commitments is so vital to self-trust
• [26:46] An example of how the ability to trust oneself can transform with accountability
• [30:15] The role of self-compassion in cultivating self-trust
• [37:31] How accountability coaches can serve as external validation
• [42:28] Daily practices to hold yourself accountable and build self-trust
• [46:50] How accountability and self-trust help create fulfillment and confidence in life
• [50:12] Slow and steady: Setting and achieving your 2025 resolutions
• [53:07] Wrap-up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “We all have to figure out what works for ourselves individually because that is where opportunities lie; by facing the fears, you're not turning your back on your dreams, and you're able to reach for more.”- [09:52]
• “When you lean onto the hard things, you realize that the power has always been yours.” [14:28]
• “Anything you do in life that moves you above and beyond what is familiar to you is going to advance your growth.” [15:29]
• “The game is not over, the journey is not over, we’ve nothing but time to continue to add and stuck up all those good wins to contribute to an even bigger and brighter future.” [25:56]

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Bonnie

Website: https://allinbyteddi.com/about-bonnie/

Chandler Stroud
Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/
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My Story: Trauma, Healing, and the Journey Home

Welcome to the first episode of The Healing HEROES, a podcast dedicated to high-achieving women who struggle to quiet their minds but desire to find peace and balance in their busy lives. There is nothing more essential than inner healing. Finding this sanctuary within helps you come home to yourself and reconnect more deeply. This journey is about reminding you of who you are and what you are capable of, inviting you to get into your body, quiet your mind, and hear your inner voice again. It’s time to design, create, and build the life you were always meant to live.

In this episode, your host, Chandler Stroud, shares her journey and the greatest gift you can ever give to yourself and those around you—healing. Chandler brings nearly 20 years of experience in marketing some of the world's largest brands across various industries, including healthcare, consumer packaged goods, and financial services. Chandler has led massive experiential moments, Super Bowl campaigns, PR stunts, digital experiences, product launches, and more. However, her greatest achievement is raising her two incredible children alongside her husband in a community she cherishes.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and what in for you in today’s show
• [04:04] What inspired Chandler to launch The Healing Heroes Podcast
• [08:58] Chandler’s divine download of the podcast
• [10:33] Why “The Body Keeps The Score” spoke to Chandler on a deep level
• [12:36] Chandler's childhood T and t trauma and her healing journey
• [16:58] What the Healing Heroes Podcast is all about
• [18:12] Why revisit childhood memories and desire to heal
• [26:30] How The Healing Heroes will help heal your mind, body, and spirit
• [31:45] The most surprising thing Chandler has learned in her healing journey
• [35:11] Common fear or misnomer about healing
• [37:58] Tips on how to double your healing without a professional
• [39:48] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

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  “Trauma is not about the objective circumstances of the event; it’s more about your subjective emotional experience of it; it’s not what happens to you, it’s how you perceive what is happening to you.” [10:58]
• “Any situation that leaves you feeling overwhelmed and isolated can result in trauma even if it doesn’t involve physical harm.” [11:14]
• “Healing helps you achieve a new level of happiness that feels out of reach and inaccessible to you right now.” [20:27]
• “The meaning of life is to find your passion, and the purpose of life is to share it with others.” [23:27]
• “You need to take care of yourself in the present to honor the work you are doing to go back to your past and set yourself up to achieve your possible.” [28:26]
• “Until you take a moment to understand who you want to be and feel in the future, you will stay stuck.” [29:01]
• “Often it’s so hard to realize we need to heal.” [31:54]
  
  

Resources Mentioned

The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748.

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Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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Haven't caught up on all the episodes from 2024? Then tune in to this week's new episode and hear from each of our Heroes in our year in review - a compilation of Chandler's favorite moments from her interviews with the Healing Heroes. We hope you'll join us!

2024 has been a year of transformation, filled with moments of growth, healing, and self-discovery. It taught us how to embrace change, lean into joy, and find resilience even in the face of challenges. From uncovering new ways to nurture our well-being to learning how to reconnect with our inner selves, this year has been a journey of profound lessons. As we look back, it’s the moments of clarity, empowerment, and inspiration that stand out—reminding us of the strength we carry and the endless possibilities that lie ahead.

In this episode, we’re sharing a look back at some insightful moments from 2024 with Healing Heroes. Together, we explored the power of healing, growth, and reconnection, uncovering holistic approaches that can help us thrive in every aspect of life. So, as we revisit these moments, let them serve as a source of encouragement and a reminder that the path to healing is not only possible but profoundly rewarding.

If you hear a clip that piques your interest, simply click the title to listen to the full episode!

What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and what’s in for you in today’s show
• [03:09] Ophira Edut: Use Astrology to Your Advantage with the IAM System
• [05:11] Bonnie Heim: Accountability and (Finally) Getting Out Of Your Own Way
• [07:59] Nicole Kim: Find Serenity through Sound Healing
• [09:59] Jacque Dpardia: The Gut-Life Balance: How Acupuncture Assists with Digestive Discomfort
• [12:41] Jen Baumgold: The Role of Resourcing in EMDR: A Path to Trauma Healing
• [14:36] Rev. Lizzie McManus Dail: Spirituality for Emotional Resilience and Cultivating Hope
• [17:39] Katie Wee: How to Combat and Heal Anxiety for Good
• [20:14] Zach Carlsen: Combating Career Imposter Syndrome with Human Design
• [23:23] Karen Remele: The Power of Myofascial Release for Women's Wellbeing
• [25:55] Lee Morgan: How to Access and Listen to Your Intuitive Mind
• [27:42] Katherine MacLane: Energy Healing for a Happier Household
• [29:39] Kate Demelo: Transform Your Idea of Self-Worth with Reset Breath Work
• [31:41] Wrap-up and end of the show

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Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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Our energy fields naturally interact with those around us, making it vital to protect our vibrational balance when supporting loved ones through hard times. Helping others can be deeply fulfilling but often tests our energetic boundaries. Setting boundaries through practices like grounding, visualization, and meditation shields your energy from negativity while maintaining empathy. Grounding anchors your energy, and visualizing a protective light helps you stay aligned without being overwhelmed. These techniques ensure your energy remains balanced, allowing you to support others without losing yourself. Join Katherine MacLane as we explore ways to protect your energy in challenging times.

Katherine MacLane is an Energy and Life Coach, Energy Healer, Reiki Practitioner, and Keynote Speaker. She creates virtual and in-person experiences to help individuals and organizations discover their highest potential through energy work and scientific frequency tools. With over two decades of experience in transformational change and communications, Katherine uses a scientifically-backed method to elevate vibrations and unlock your most authentic self. Her work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, CBS Sunday Morning, and Forbes. Katherine is a Southern Methodist University and Kellogg School of Management graduate and is a certified Reiki practitioner, Energy Healer, and Coach.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest, Katherine MacLane
• [03:22] What is energy healing, and why would you reach out to Katherine
• [08:24] Ways to offer emotional and energetic support to someone going through hard times
• [19:33] Connect with the frequency of love instead of the pain of the person you are helping
• [23:57] Common everyday energy drains to be aware of
• [29:35] Pitfalls you can easily fall into as you protect your higher energies/frequencies
• [32:30] Distinguishing between energy drain vs normal stress
• [37:50] Why it is hard & necessary for empaths to set healthy & energetic boundaries
• [41:55] How visualization can be used to help a loved one come out of a hard situation
• [45:08] How the energies we project during visualization can impact the outcomes for others
• [51:00] Episode wrap-up and call to action

Standout Quotes:

• “Our bodies and minds can heal themselves. However, the greatest impact occurs when we connect to the right frequency to get there.”- [10:02]
• “Two frequencies cannot occupy the same space together.” [13:34]
• “The people around you are the primary energy drainers you need to be vigilant and aware of.” [29:18]
• “The vision of how you want to feel in the future is your roadmap and north star, keeping you tethered to the journey and the feelings you have already worked so hard to unlock.” [49:05]

Let’s Connect

Katherine Maclane

Website: https://www.katherinemaclane.com/

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

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

Email: kpmaclane@gmail.com

Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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Have you ever stopped to listen to the way you talk to yourself? Those quiet whispers of self-doubt or harsh criticism can shape your reality in ways you may not even realize. Negative self-talk isn’t just a fleeting thought—it’s a pattern that can erode confidence, fuel stress, and hold you back from living the life you deserve. But here’s the good news: with awareness and the right tools, you can challenge and transform those inner messages. Imagine replacing self-criticism with curiosity, kindness, and self-compassion and turning your inner critic into your greatest advocate. The journey starts with one simple truth—what you say to yourself matters.

In this episode, we talk about what negative self-talk looks like, how it might impact you, and how you can address it in your own life with a returning guest, Jen Baumgold. Jen is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist who specializes in trauma treatment. She is certified in EMDR and works with clients to help untangle the knots of trauma while finding a path toward healing and resilience. After graduating with her master's in social work, Jen began her career at the New York Fire Department counseling service unit, where she worked until 2016. During her time there, she provided crucial mental health support to FDYN members and their families.

In addition to her private practice, Jen is an active member of the Fair Field Trauma Response team, a volunteer alliance of mental health professionals committed to aiding first responders and the local communities in healing from trauma, tragedy, and stress.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest today, Jen Baumgold
• [04:17] What EMDR is and how it works in healing trauma
• [06:59] Negative self-talk and how it manifests in our daily lives
• [09:40] How negative self-talk starts and is reinforced in our life
• [15:31] The most prevalent root cause of negative self-talk
• [17:33] How EMDR addresses negative self-talk and why it’s so effective
• [21:41] Common examples of negative self-talk and how they show up in day-to-day
• [27:19] Cultivating self-awareness in looking out for your own needs
• [30:15] How negative self-talk differs from healthy self-reflection or criticism
• [34:33] How to use curiosity as a tool for kindness and empathy
• [38:23] Long-term emotional and mental impact of negative self-talk
• [42:05] Steps to take to challenge and improve your self-talk
• [43:47] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “EMDR allows things to integrate between cognitive and emotional brain so that you start to believe more adaptive message.” [18:41]
• “Our brain in trauma and survival mode don’t have access to the rational brain, so it’s going with messages of survival; when we desensitize, it allows us to connect the true beliefs about ourselves.” [20:39]
• “If we talk to ourselves in a negative, critical, and punitive way, it’s not in the service of self-improvement; it will only induce shame and survival.” [31:18]
• “Curiosity is not survival; when we’re in fight or flight mode, we can’t be curious about ourselves or anybody.” [34:59]

Let’s Connect
Jennifer Baumgold
Website: https://www.lotuspsychotherapyfc.com/jennifer-baumgold-lcsw
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-baumgold-b6ba8077Chandler Stroud
Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/
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The holiday season, while often filled with joy and celebration, can also amplify feelings of loneliness, grief, and overwhelm. In those moments, it’s easy to feel as though we’re navigating life’s challenges alone, carrying burdens too heavy to bear. But what if the very struggles we face are opportunities to connect with a deeper source of strength? In this episode, Rev. Lizzie reminds us that through spirituality, we can find a wellspring of resilience and hope. Whether we’re juggling endless to-do lists or grieving a profound loss, Lizzie shares how God’s presence and love offer us the courage to endure, grow, and heal—even in life’s most trying seasons.

Rev. Lizzie McManus Dail has lived all over the world with her boots now rooted in Austin, Texas, where she is living her dream as the founder of Jubilee Episcopal Church. Lizzie is passionate about the evangelism of a God who makes each of us for joy, which is why you might see her doing silly dances and talking about church history on Instagram and TikTok with her 80K followers.

As a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College, Lizzie brought a passion for intersectional feminism and queer theology to her studies at Duke Divinity School and Seminary of the Southwest. It was her time in both Massachusetts and North Carolina that brought her into the Episcopal church, where she was ordained in 2020. While grateful for her academic formation, she still swears most things she learned about being a priest she learned from 5 plus years of working in the service industry and access to the arts in her public high school.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest today, Rev. Lizzie
• [04:53] What spirituality is and how it differs from religion
• [06:57] How spirituality helps build emotional resilience during challenging times
• [0942] How spiritual communities offer emotional strength and support
• [16:14] Spiritual practices to build trust and manage difficult emotions
• [28:26] Two Advent practices to cultivate peace and trust this holiday season
• [34:06] Rev. Lizzie’s upcoming book and its message on emotional resilience
• [43:22] How God calls us to walk and transform us through a refining fire
• [47:18] What inspired Rev Lizzie to write her book, and how it will support readers
• [53:48] One key takeaway from Rev Lizzie to apply to your life this holiday season
• [54:56] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “To know God is to go deep within ourselves; we have to learn to trust and listen deep within ourselves to hear how God is speaking to us and giving us everything we need to endure.” [07:57]
• “Taking some deliberate quiet time in the hustle and bustle of holiday season can be really significant.” [30:25]
• “You don’t have to do anything to deserve and receive the bigness of God’s love; it’s just given to you.” [54:29]

Resources Mentioned

The Mystics Would Like a Word by Shannon K. Evans: https://www.amazon.com/Mystics-Would-Like-Word-Spirituality/dp/0593727274.

Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila: https://www.amazon.com/Interior-Castle-St-Teresa-Avila/dp/1619491001

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Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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We don’t just digest food—we digest life. Every thought, feeling, and experience we encounter impacts our gut health, making digestion about so much more than what’s on our plate. For women, this connection is even more profound, as stress, hormonal changes, and emotional well-being often show up in the form of bloating, acid reflux, IBS, and other gut issues. Acupuncture, a powerful tool in East Asian medicine, helps restore balance by addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of digestion. It’s not just about relieving symptoms—it’s about nurturing your body and mind to feel your best from the inside out.

In this episode, we talk about how acupuncture and East Asian medicine can support and heal digestion and gastrointestinal issues that are prevalent today with Jacques Depardieu. Jacques is nationally board-certified in acupuncture and traditional Chinese pharmacology and has been practising for over 25 years. He has a masters in oriental medicine and has been a Qigong practitioner for over 30 years. Jacques is a self-described advocate for the human spirit, having treated thousands of individuals for a wide array of conditions. He understands the role that spirit, creativity, and spontaneity play in creating health and recovery.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:01] Intro and a bit about our guest today, Jacques Depardieu
• [05:28] What acupuncture and East Asian medicine are and their benefits
• [08:04] Why so many people are struggling with GI issues today
• [21:42] Signs and symptoms of an underlying digestive issue
• [28:43] How GI issues show up day-to-day and how to recognise them
• [32:57] How acupuncture helps address digestive issues
• [37:55] The connection between stress, mental health and digestive health
• [42:30] Simple lifestyle changes you can make to support your digestive health
• [46:18] Wrap up and end of the show

Standout Quotes:

• “We not only digest the food we eat, we’ve to digest our life, all of our thoughts and feelings are processes of digestion.” [11:32]
• “Whenever people digestive issues settle down, their sleep problems improve as well” [37:19]
• “You can’t fix a problem in somebody’s hip or shoulder if they don’t have a healthy digestive system, and are not sleeping.” [41:47]
• “If you’re not going to the bathroom, you’re not digesting well, and you’re not sleeping, it’s very difficult to heal your body from anything, specifically digestive issues.” [42:02]
  
  

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Chandler Stroud

Website: https://healingheroespodcast.com/

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