How Did You Find Out

S1: E12 Situationships, Divorce & Starting Over | A Real Conversation with Alba

In this raw and honest conversation, Alba opens up about navigating situationships, heartbreak, divorce, and the complicated emotions that come with starting over. From learning hard lessons in relationships to rebuilding your sense of self after things fall apart, this episode dives into the realities so many people experience but rarely talk about openly.We talk about attachment, self-worth, healing, and what happens when you finally stop settling for relationships that leave you questioning yourself. Alba shares her personal experiences, the mindset shifts that helped her move forward, and why sometimes the hardest endings can lead to the most important growth.If you’ve ever struggled with modern dating, felt stuck in an unhealthy relationship dynamic, or are trying to rediscover yourself after heartbreak, this conversation will resonate deeply.Sometimes losing what you thought you wanted is what finally makes room for what you truly deserve.

S1:E11 How Did You Find Out | Gratitude & Finding Paradise Through Life’s Challenges

This week on How Did You Find Out, we sit down with Alex Montoya, an inspiring author, speaker, and host of the Alex Montoya Podcast whose life is a true example of resilience, gratitude, and purpose. Born in Medellín, Colombia, Alex came to the United States as a child in search of life-changing medical care and has since built a remarkable life while navigating the world with physical disabilities.What could have become a story of limitation became one of possibility. Alex has earned advanced degrees, carried the Olympic torch, written multiple books, and dedicated his platform to encouraging others to overcome adversity and see the good in life.In this episode, Alex shares how mindset can transform challenges into opportunities, how humor and gratitude have shaped his journey, and what it means to keep moving forward with faith and determination. This is a powerful conversation about overcoming adversity, finding brightness in difficult seasons, and creating a life filled with meaning and hope.Subscribe to Alex's Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexMontoyaPodcastCheck out his newest book, Welcome to Paradise, and the lessons it offers on perspective, perseverance, and embracing life fully.Buy his book: https://www.amazon.com/WELCOME-PARADISE-Alex-Montoya/dp/B0GM7TVHDM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VXI01ISMTRM0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z9F3o8pBIez6mBjk4GriSw.ZDpQLRwwhzVfGIuhKT9kIeJ3HD-vixjvk7jF0lcBZiA&dib_tag=se&keywords=welcome+to+paradise+alex+montoya&qid=1777322238&s=digital-text&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=welcome+to+paradise+alex+montoya%2Cdigital-text%2C169&sr=1-1 ------I started this because everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. Mental health is still a touchy subject, especially when it comes to the moments that fundamentally change your world.I help people go from “what the hell just happened” to healing out loud, owning their story, and taking their power back.Join us every other week as we dive into the raw, unfiltered moments people found out the truth about their relationships, their families, and themselves.#podcast #podcastclips #stories #women Follow Along:Youtube: @HowDidYouFindOutPodcast(https://www.youtube.com/@HowDidYouFindOutPodcast/podcasts)Spotify: How Did You Find Out(https://open.spotify.com/show/3aN1qb08RLq8ETPOZQhPIh?si=-g2WC_bnTIGUEntkmfkCNQ&nd=1&dlsi=e17d8de2d7734d88)Apple Podcast: How Did You Find Out(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-did-you-find-out/id1860437562)Instagram: @howdidyoufindoutpodcast(https://www.instagram.com/howdidyoufindoutpodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr)Facebook: How Did You Find Out Podcast(https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581364963625&mibextid=wwXIfr)Tik Tok: @howdidyoufindout.podcast(https://www.tiktok.com/@howdidyoufindout.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-927SdwfSJ6k)

S1:E10 From Grief to Gift: How Andrea Found Her Power as a Psychic Medium | How Did You Find Out S1:E10

What happens when loss becomes the doorway to your true purpose?In this episode of How Did You Find Out, Alba sits down with Andrea, a psychic medium, energy healer, and akashic records reader, to talk about the moment grief cracked her open and what she found on the other side.This is not a story about having it all together. It is a story about falling completely apart and discovering that the ashes were exactly where her power was waiting.Andrea shares the raw truth about her grief journey, how she discovered her gifts, what it means to read the akashic records, and why the most painful moments of her life became her greatest teachers.If you have ever lost someone and felt like you lost yourself too, this episode is for you.In this episode:-Andrea's story of grief and loss-The moment everything changed-Discovering her gifts as a psychic medium-What akashic records reading actually is-Coming into her true power-What she wants women to knowConnect with Andrea: https://www.seralma.life/https://www.instagram.com/seralma.energy/How Did You Find Out has been a true passion project, something I’ve poured my heart into for months.Talking to beautiful, courageous women who were willing to share the hardest moments of their lives has been life-changing. Their honesty, their strength, their stories… they’ve moved me.I started this because everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. Mental health is still a touchy subject, especially when it comes to the moments that fundamentally change your world.I help women go from “what the hell just happened” to healing out loud, owning their story, and taking their power back.Join us every other week as we dive into the raw, unfiltered moments women found out the truth about their relationships, their families, and themselves.#podcast #podcastclips #stories #women Follow Along:Youtube: @HowDidYouFindOutPodcast(https://www.youtube.com/@HowDidYouFindOutPodcast/podcasts)Spotify: How Did You Find Out(https://open.spotify.com/show/3aN1qb08RLq8ETPOZQhPIh?si=-g2WC_bnTIGUEntkmfkCNQ&nd=1&dlsi=e17d8de2d7734d88)Apple Podcast: How Did You Find Out(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-did-you-find-out/id1860437562)Instagram: @howdidyoufindoutpodcast(https://www.instagram.com/howdidyoufindoutpodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr)Facebook: How Did You Find Out Podcast(https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581364963625&mibextid=wwXIfr)Tik Tok: @howdidyoufindout.podcast(https://www.tiktok.com/@howdidyoufindout.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-927SdwfSJ6k)#howdidyoufindout #psychicmedium #griefjourney #akashicrecords #energyhealer #selfDiscovery #womenempowerment #spiritualpodcast #healingjourney #podcastforwomen

S1:E9 How Did You Find Out | How to Coach Top Performing Leaders | Ft. Top 1% LO Mentor Chuck La Flair

This week on How Did You Find Out, we sit down with Chuck La Flair, Top 1% Loan Officer Mentor and leader in the mortgage space. In this episode, we go beyond titles and talk about the life experiences that shaped Chuck into the mentor, coach, and leader he is today. From pivotal moments to hard-earned lessons, we unpack how real-life events led to his realization that he was meant to lead, teach, and elevate others.Because leadership isn’t something you just step into...it’s something you grow into. We break down what it actually takes to succeed at a high level. What really matters? • Coachability • Hunger to grow • A great attitude • Discipline If you’ve got the mindset... he’ll give you the moves. In this episode, we dive into: • The life events that shaped Chuck’s path into leadership and mentorship • How he knew he was meant to coach others • What separates top-performing loan officers from the rest• The mindset and habits required for long-term success • What it really means to be coachableWhether you’re a loan officer, entrepreneur, or someone stepping into leadership, this episode will challenge you to reflect on your own path...and step into your next level. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations about the moments that change everything. #entrepreneur #leadership #loanofficer

S1:E8 How Did You Find Out | You Were Meant to be a Leader

This week on How Did You Find Out, we’re joined by Jolene Marquez, owner of Bay Park Flowers in Mission Bay, San Diego 🌸Jolene shares her journey as a small business owner and what leadership really looks like behind the scenes. From building a business rooted in creativity to navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, this conversation dives into the balance between structure and intuition—and how following your creative instincts can shape not only your work, but your life.We talk about:• What authentic leadership actually looks like (beyond the highlight reel)• Building and running a creative small business• Letting creativity guide decision-making• The realities of entrepreneurship in a local San Diego community• Trusting your vision—even when the path isn’t clearJolene’s story is a powerful reminder that leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about showing up, staying aligned, and creating something meaningful.If you’re a creative, entrepreneur, or someone figuring out your next step, this episode is for you.✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real stories about the moments that change everything.