The Lost & Found Podcast with Amanda Powers

Episode 105: We've made it to the Second Anniversary of The Lost & Found Podcast with Amanda Powers! In this special two-year anniversary episode, Amanda reflects on the wild, beautiful, and brutally honest journey that led her here. From hitting emotional rock bottom after leaving a decade-long career in national security to rediscovering her creativity behind the mic, she explores what it really means to live a fulfilled life — not the one you’re told to chase, but the one you define for yourself. Over two years and 100+ episodes, The Lost & Found Podcast has explored purpose, healing, identity, and transformation. This episode is a love letter to all the Wanderers who’ve walked beside Amanda through it all. You’ll Hear: * How to rebuild your life after losing your identity * The hidden cost of overthinking and “control addiction” * Why unlearning is the most underrated growth skill * The fear of an unfulfilled life — and how to conquer it * How downsizing, slowing down, and redefining success can bring joy If you’ve been stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming, this episode gives you both language and leverage to take your next step. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction, Updates, and Second Anniversary Celebration 09:06 How to Die Without Regrets 17:34 Number 1 - You’re Scared of Commitment 19:00 Number 2 - You’re Spending Too Much Time in Your Own Mind 20:27 Number 3 - You Take Your Healthy Body for Granted 24:53 Number 4 - You Try to Control Everything 28:23 Number 5 - You’re a Pessimist 33:46 Number 6 - You Never Unlearned Bad Habits, Let Go of Old Identities, or Changed Environments 35:59 Number 7 - You’re Arrogant (Despite Not Being Better Than Anyone Else) 39:00 Number 8 - You Lack Generosity  42:13 Number 9 - You Never Take Advantage of Serendipity of Your Environment  44:27 Number 10 - You Don’t Live with a Long-Term Mindset 52:04 It’s Never Too Late to Change Your Life 55:00 Closing Remarks and Sign-off Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly content about identity, healing, purpose, and becoming your future self. Want to share your story or question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode? Email us at hello@podcastforthelost.com [hello@podcastforthelost.com] or send an anonymous message [https://ngl.link/akpowers__]! Connect with Amanda: Email: hello@podcastforthelost.com [hello@podcastforthelost.com] Website: www.podcastforthelost.com [https://www.podcastforthelost.com/] Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost [https://www.instagram.com/podcast.for.the.lost] & @amanda.k.powers [https://www.instagram.com/amanda.k.powers] TikTok: @podcast.for.the.lost [https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost] YouTube: @podcastforthelost [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost] Substack: podcastforthelost.substack.com [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/] Discounts & Affiliate Support Links: * Try Momentum Shake [https://www.momentumshake.com/?sca_ref=9172528.hWgFiWJZTghkn6] * MONDAY Swimwear – 20% Off [https://mondayswimwear.com/?sref_id=cznumk3&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=referral_program&utm_source=loyalty] * Twenty2 Nutrition – 5% Off [https://www.twenty2nutrition.com/?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSJ9&smile_referral_code=d17YWsox&st_intent=st%3Areferrals%3Acustomer-offers%3Ad17YWsox&utm_campaign=smileio_referrals&utm_medium=referral_url] * P’TULA – $10 Off [https://www.ptula.com/?influenceio_ref_code=PFfm1ycM-vnq] * Oner Active – $10 Off [https://i.refs.cc/FRiA5KJs] * Beis Travel Luggage – $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO] * UBEAUTY – $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2]

Episode 104: Divorce doesn’t just end a marriage — it can feel like it ends your sense of self. In this deeply personal and empowering episode, Amanda Powers sits down with Molly Rubesh, certified life coach and author, to talk about the reality of healing after heartbreak and what it takes to rebuild a life that feels like yours again. Molly shares the lessons she’s learned through her own divorce, including how to release resentment, stop people-pleasing, and step into self-trust. Together, she and Amanda explore how to rediscover your identity when everything you thought you knew about yourself has changed — and how to use pain as a catalyst for purpose. If you’re navigating divorce, self-loss, or any season of personal reinvention, this conversation will remind you: you are not broken — you are becoming. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Grief and Identity 02:48 The Journey to Becoming a Trauma-Informed Coach 05:33 Trusting Yourself Through Life Changes 08:20 Understanding Grief Beyond Loss 10:57 Finding Happiness in Daily Life 13:17 The Modern Marriage Blueprint 16:07 Recognizing Relationship Warning Signs 23:12 The Importance of Emotional Clarity in Relationships 24:29 Navigating Blended Families: Lessons Learned 25:44 Healing and Moving On: The Journey of Love 27:19 The Role of Therapy and Coaching in Healing 29:33 Facing Uncomfortable Emotions: The Path to Healing 32:08 The Gift of a Healed Self: Impact on Relationships 33:38 Lessons from Children: Resilience and Perspective 36:26 Embracing Grace: Moving Forward After Divorce 37:22 Finding Your Tribe: The Power of Community 42:08 Authenticity in Connection: The Journey to Self-Discovery Connect with Molly Rubesh: Website: https://mollyrubesh.com/ [https://mollyrubesh.com/] Children’s Book: https://mollyrubesh.com/book [https://mollyrubesh.com/book] Instagram: @molly_rubesh [ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/molly_rubesh/⁠] Threads: @molly_rubesh [https://www.threads.com/@molly_rubesh⁠] The Modern Marriage Blueprint: https://mollyrubesh.com/course-mmb [https://mollyrubesh.com/course-mmb] Connect with Amanda: Want to share your story or question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode? Email us at hello@podcastforthelost.com or send an anonymous message at ngl.link/akpowers__ [https://ngl.link/akpowers__]. Website: https://www.podcastforthelost.com [https://www.podcastforthelost.com/] Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost [https://www.instagram.com/podcast.for.the.lost/] | @amanda.k.powers [https://www.instagram.com/amanda.k.powers/] YouTube: @podcastforthelost [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost] https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost Substack: podcastforthelost.substack.com [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/] Discount Codes & Affiliate Links: Momentum Shake → $10 Off [https://www.momentumshake.com?sca_ref=9172528.hWgFiWJZTghkn6] MONDAY Swimwear → 20% Off [https://mondayswimwear.com/?sref_id=cznumk3&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=referral_program&utm_source=loyalty] Twenty2 Nutrition → 5% Off [https://www.twenty2nutrition.com/?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSJ9&smile_referral_code=d17YWsox&st_intent=st%3Areferrals%3Acustomer-offers%3Ad17YWsox&utm_campaign=smileio_referrals&utm_medium=referral_url] P'TULA → $10 Off [https://www.ptula.com/?influenceio_ref_code=PFfm1ycM-vnq&influenceio_deep_link=%2F&utm_source=influenceio&utm_medium=referral_url&utm_campaign=influenceio_referrals] Oner Active → $10 Off [https://i.refs.cc/FRiA5KJs?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjoxMDEyOTY1NTE3fQ%3D%3D] Beis Travel Luggage → $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO] U BEAUTY → $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2] time__line Skincare & Supplements → $25 Off [https://prz.io/z91NqEVfL]

Episode 103: Brandi Norris has lived many lives: accountant, single mom, student, creative, wife, and now Airbnb host and user experience designer. Her personal and professional journeys are proof that reinvention is always possible—and that keeping the right people around you can change everything. In this heartfelt conversation, Brandi shares how early motherhood shifted her path, how toxic workplaces shaped her courage to stand up for what she believes in, and how rediscovering her creative side transformed her life. She opens up about self-doubt, career pivots, and the lessons she’s passing down to her kids about authenticity, resilience, and finding your tribe. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the wrong career, pressured to follow a “traditional” path, or afraid that it’s too late to change direction, Brandi’s story will remind you that breakdowns lead to breakthroughs—and that authenticity is always worth the risk. Tune in now and hear why your people, your passions, and your courage are the most powerful guides on the journey to becoming your true self! Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Friendship Origins 04:50 Roller Derby, Injuries & Resilience 13:20 Early Motherhood & Pressure to Conform 21:00 Toxic Workplaces & Standing Up for What You Believe In 35:00 Choosing Creativity & Going Back to School 45:00 Finding Love & Building Littlehawk Customs 52:00 Brandi’s Lessons on Authenticity & Advice for Wanderers Connect with Brandi Norris: Instagram: @valkillrie [https://www.instagram.com/valkillrie/] Dick Norris: @littlehawkcustoms [https://www.instagram.com/littlehawkcustoms/] (Brandi's husband) Website: Richard Littlehawk Custom Designs [https://littlehawkcustoms.com/] Join: Nashville Roller Derby [https://nashvillerollerderby.com/] Connect with Amanda Powers: Want to share your story or ask a question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode (Listener Q&A's)? Submit your questions to hello@podcastforthelost.com or our anonymous portal: ngl.link/akpowers__ [https://ngl.link/akpowers__] Website: https://www.podcastforthelost.com [https://www.podcastforthelost.com/] Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost [https://www.instagram.com/podcast.for.the.lost] | @amanda.k.powers [https://www.instagram.com/amanda.k.powers] TikTok: @podcast.for.the.lost [https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost] YouTube: @podcastforthelost [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost/] 📩 Join Amanda’s Substack: https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/ [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/] Discounts & Affiliate Support Links: * Momentum Shake - $10 Off [https://www.momentumshake.com?sca_ref=9172528.hWgFiWJZTghkn6] * MONDAY Swimwear - 20% Off [https://mondayswimwear.com/?sref_id=cznumk3&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=referral_program&utm_source=loyalty] * Twenty2 Nutrition - 5% Off [https://www.twenty2nutrition.com/?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSJ9&smile_referral_code=d17YWsox&st_intent=st%3Areferrals%3Acustomer-offers%3Ad17YWsox&utm_campaign=smileio_referrals&utm_medium=referral_url] * PTULA Active - $10 Off [https://www.ptula.com/?influenceio_ref_code=PFfm1ycM-vnq&influenceio_deep_link=%2F&utm_source=influenceio&utm_medium=referral_url&utm_campaign=influenceio_referrals] * Oner Active - $10 Off [https://i.refs.cc/FRiA5KJs?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjoxMDEyOTY1NTE3fQ%3D%3D] * Beis Travel Luggage - $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO] * UBEAUTY - $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2]

Episode 102: Creativity isn’t just for the chosen few—it’s for all of us. In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda sitsdown with Pia Mailhot-Leichter [https://www.instagram.com/pia.leichter/]—author of Welcome to theCreative Club [https://amzn.to/47LYOKi], creative mentor, and founder of Kollektiv Studio. Pia’s story is one of reinvention: from advertising creative director to author and coach, where she learned to embrace her own voice after seasons of loss and transformation. Through Kollektiv Studio [https://kollektiv.studio/], Pia partners with visionaries ready to build their dream, their brand, their business. She works with founders, leaders, and creatives with a rebellious spirit, visionary tendencies, and a deep-seated desire to make animpact. Through creative partnership, from storytelling to coaching, she helps her clients bring wild visions and ventures into the world. In this episode, Pia reminds us that the outcome isn't just what you create—it's who you become in the process. Together, we explore: * Why creativity is a lifeline during identity loss, grief,and change * How to move beyond perfectionism, people-pleasing, and“societal shoulds” * The myth that you need trauma or pain to be an artist * Why storytelling and creativity are essential to reclaimingyour voice * How to embrace identity shifts and become the creativedirector of your own life If you’ve ever felt disconnected from yourself, silenced byfear, or doubtful that your story matters—this conversation will remind you that your creativity is your birthright. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction & Pia’s Story 06:45 Identity Loss & Reinvention 15:30 Creativity as Healing 23:10 Overcoming Perfectionism & “Shoulds” 34:50 Becoming the Creative Director of Your Own Life 49:20 Reclaiming Your Voice Through Storytelling 58:00 How to Find Your Purpose Connect with Pia: Pia’s book Welcome to the Creative Club: https://kollektiv.studio/book [https://kollektiv.studio/book] Website: https://kollektiv.studio [https://kollektiv.studio/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pia.leichter/ [https://www.instagram.com/pia.leichter/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pialeichter/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pialeichter/] Connect with Amanda: Want to share your story or ask a question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode Send us an email: hello@podcastforthelost.com [hello@podcastforthelost.com]or send an anonymous message: ngl.link/akpowers__ [https://ngl.link/akpowers__] Website [https://www.podcastforthelost.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/podcast.for.the.lost/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost/] Substack [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/] Support the show & enjoy exclusive discounts: * Try Momentum Shake! - $10 Off [https://www.momentumshake.com?sca_ref=9172528.hWgFiWJZTghkn6] * MONDAY Swimwear – 20% Off [https://mondayswimwear.com/?sref_id=cznumk3&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=referral_program&utm_source=loyalty] * Twenty2 Nutrition – 5% Off [https://www.twenty2nutrition.com/?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSJ9&smile_referral_code=d17YWsox&st_intent=st%3Areferrals%3Acustomer-offers%3Ad17YWsox&utm_campaign=smileio_referrals&utm_medium=referral_url] * P'TULA – $10 Off [https://www.ptula.com/?influenceio_ref_code=PFfm1ycM-vnq&influenceio_deep_link=%2F&utm_source=influenceio&utm_medium=referral_url&utm_campaign=influenceio_referrals] * Oner Active – $10 Off [https://i.refs.cc/FRiA5KJs?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjoxMDEyOTY1NTE3fQ%3D%3D] * Beis Travel Luggage – $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO] * UBEAUTY – $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2]

Episode 101: What if people pleasing isn't a personality flaw, but a nervous system response you developed to feel safe? In this transformative conversation, Amanda welcomes back fan-favorite guest Ash Cebulka to explore the deep roots of people pleasing patterns and how to finally break free. Ash, a transformation guide and PSYCH-K practitioner, explains how people pleasing behaviors are programmed in our subconscious mind between ages 0-7, and why traditional willpower often fails to create lasting change. Together, they dive into human design, the difference between emotional and non-emotional beings, and practical techniques for rewiring limiting beliefs. This episode offers hope and concrete tools for anyone who's tired of abandoning themselves to make others comfortable. You'll learn why your body defaults to people pleasing, how to recognize when you're operating from oldpatterns, and specific strategies to create new neural pathways that support your authentic self. Perfect for: Anyone struggling with boundaries, parents wanting to raise confident children, and anyone ready to stop giving their energy away to others. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Amanda's Life Updates 05:19 - Letting Go of What Others Think 08:29 - Understanding Your Human Design Type 18:30 - Childhood Trauma and Self-Worth Connection 24:39 - How to Rewire Subconscious Beliefs with PSYCH-K 30:08 - Nervous System Regulation Techniques 40:58 - Real Examples of People Pleasing Behaviors 50:45 - Teaching Children About Healthy Boundaries 59:46 - Final Thoughts on Self-Love and Acceptance Connect with Ash Cebulka: Website: ashcebulka.com [https://ashcebulka.com/] Instagram: @ashcebulka [https://www.instagram.com/ashcebulka/] Services: One-on-one coaching, PSYCH-K sessions, private retreats, and group retreats Upcoming Events: St. Barts retreat (November 2025), Italy retreat (2026) Don't forget to subscribe for weekly podcast content about identity, healing, purpose, and becoming your future self. Want to share your story or question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom Episode? Email us at hello@podcastforthelost.com [hello@podcastforthelost.com] or send an anonymous message at ngl.link/akpowers__ [http://ngl.link/akpowers__]   Connect with Amanda: Email: hello@podcastforthelost.com [hello@podcastforthelost.com] Website: https://www.podcastforthelost.com [https://www.podcastforthelost.com/] Instagram: @podcast.for.the.lost [https://www.instagram.com/podcast.for.the.lost/] | @amanda.k.powers [https://www.instagram.com/amanda.k.powers/] TikTok: @podcast.for.the.lost [https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost] YouTube: @podcastforthelost [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost/] Substack: podcastforthelost.substack.com [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/]   Affiliate & Discount Links: Momentum Shake: Try It Here [https://www.momentumshake.com/?sca_ref=9172528.hWgFiWJZTghkn6] MONDAY Swimwear: 20% Off [https://mondayswimwear.com/?sref_id=cznumk3&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=referral_program&utm_source=loyalty] Twenty2 Nutrition: 5% Off [https://www.twenty2nutrition.com/?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSJ9&smile_referral_code=d17YWsox] P'TULA: $10 Off [https://www.ptula.com/?influenceio_ref_code=PFfm1ycM-vnq] Oner Active: $10 Off [https://i.refs.cc/FRiA5KJs?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjoxMDEyOTY1NTE3fQ%3D%3D] Beis Travel Luggage: $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO] UBEAUTY: $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2]