The Lost & Found Podcast with Amanda Powers

Ep. 114: Why Life After Treatment Feels So Hard (and What to Do About It) | Colin MacDonald

Episode 114: If you—or someone you love—has gone through therapy, rehab, or wilderness treatment organizations and still feel completely lost, this episode is for you. Life after treatment can feel brutally confusing: you’re back home, at risk of falling into old patterns, and everyone expects you to be “better,” but inside you still feel stuck, ashamed, or behind. In this conversation, I sit down with Colin MacDonald [https://www.instagram.com/coach_colinmac/], co-founder of NOT Therapy [https://www.nottherapy.me/], to unpack why life after treatment is so hard and what you can actually do about it—whether you’re the young adult trying to rebuild or the parent trying to help without making things worse. As a teenager, Colin cycled through psych wards, wilderness therapy in the Utah desert, and a therapeutic boarding school he once ran away from on foot. Later, he built a successful career in sports and tech—then walked away to create the support he wishes he had as a young adult: real-world structure, daily mentorship, and a community of people who actually get it. We discuss how NOT Therapy [https://www.nottherapy.me/teen-and-parent-mental-health-coaching-testimonials] helps 16–29-year-olds move from feeling stuck to in-motion—often staying out of higher levels of care, finding work or school paths that fit, and rebuilding trust at home. If you’re a parent terrified your kid is “wasting their potential,” a 20-something living at home and feeling behind, or someone who’s been through treatment and still feels lost, you’ll walk away with concrete next steps—not just inspiring quotes. In this episode, you’ll learn: * The 3 biggest gaps in traditional treatment & therapy—and why so many young people crash when they come home * A simple 30-day post-treatment blueprint for coming home without going backwards * The difference between being emotionally fluent (“I know what I feel”) and emotionally functional (“I know what to do with my feelings”) * The mindset shifts and conversations that help parents move from the director  of their child's life to a guide CONNECT WITH COLIN: Instagram - @coach_colinmac [https://www.instagram.com/coach_colinmac/] Not Therapy - @not.therapy.coaching [https://www.instagram.com/not.therapy.coaching/] Website - https://www.nottherapy.me/ [https://www.nottherapy.me/] CONNECT WITH AMANDA: Don’t forget to share this show with a friend and subscribe for weekly conversations on identity, healing, purpose, andbecoming your future self. Want to share your story or ask a question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode? Email us at hello@podcastforthelost.com [hello@podcastforthelost.com] or send an anonymous message to ngl.link/akpowers__ [https://ngl.link/akpowers__] Check out my website [https://podcastforthelost.com/] for more resources. Tag us on Instagram (@podcast.for.the.lost [https://www.instagram.com/podcast.for.the.lost/] & @amanda.k.powers [https://www.instagram.com/amanda.k.powers/]). Follow on ⁠TikTok⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost] for more podcast clips. Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost/] for the full video interviews. Subscribe on Substack [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/] for behind the scenes content! AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Momentum Shake! [https://www.momentumshake.com/AMANDAPOWERS] → Spend $75 – get a free variety pack 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 – $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://rwrd.io/ref_O9SIXJZ?c] Beis Travel Luggage – $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO] U BEAUTY – $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2] time__line - 20% Off (code POWERS) [https://shop.timeline.com/POWERS] CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introductions 01:54 Colin's Journey: A Life Rebuilt 05:04 The Impact of Wilderness Therapy 07:44 I Worked for the Mariners 10:23 Creating Not Therapy: A New Approach 13:27 The Importance of Mentorship 15:59 Emotional Fluency: Navigating Feelings 18:49 Real-Life Application: Beyond Therapy 24:05 Building Accountability and Community 33:53 Empowerment Through Choice 34:59 What Do Successful Clients Look Like? 36:41 How to Transition from Treatment Center to Home 43:10 Parenting in the Modern Age 54:10 Finding Your Purpose Again 01:02:33 Advice for Someone Who Feels Lost and Stuck

Ep. 113: Year-End Reflection Questions to Find Your Purpose, Better Alignment, and a Fresh Start

Episode 113: If you’re over New Year’s resolutions but still want a fresh start, this episode gives you a better way. In our final episode of 2025, Amanda walks through a psychology-informed set of year-end reflection questions designed by clinical neuropsychologist, Dr. Mawal Mustafa PhD [https://www.instagram.com/thebraincoach/], to help you get clarity on purpose, identity, alignment, habits, gratitude, resilience, relationships, and future intentions. You’ll leave with prompts you can journal on, talk through with a friend, or use to set intentions that actually match your real life. RESOURCES: * If you're ready to reflect on your year, start here [https://www.instagram.com/p/DR8DaVQki-A/?img_index=1] to see the full set of questions by Dr. Mustafa. * Curious about Momentum Shake? Spend $75 and get a free variety pack! [https://www.momentumshake.com/AMANDAPOWERS] * Check out IM8 Supplements [https://im8health.com/], co-founded by David Beckham CONNECT WITH AMANDA: Don’t forget to share this show with a friend and subscribe for weekly conversations on identity, healing, purpose, andbecoming your future self. Want to share your story or ask a question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode? Email us athello@podcastforthelost.com [hello@podcastforthelost.com] or send an anonymous message to ngl.link/akpowers__ [https://ngl.link/akpowers__] Website [https://www.podcastforthelost.com/] | Podcast Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/podcast.for.the.lost/] | Amanda’s Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amanda.k.powers/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost/] | Substack [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/] AFFILIATE LINKS:Try Momentum Shake! [https://www.momentumshake.com/AMANDAPOWERS] → Spend $75 – get a free variety pack 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 – $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://rwrd.io/ref_O9SIXJZ?c] Beis Travel Luggage – $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO] U BEAUTY – $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2] time__line - 20% Off (code POWERS) [https://shop.timeline.com/POWERS] CHAPTERS:00:00 New Years Reflections 04:45 The Brain Coach - Dr. Nawal Mustafa 08:27 What Moments This Year Made Me Feel Most Like Myself? 10:49 How Do I Want to Live in a Way That Feels More Aligned With Who I Am Becoming? 16:02 What Did I Push Myself to Try This Year That Ended Up Being Good For Me? 19:12 Did Anything Shift in My Mindset This Year That I’m Glad About? 22:26 Which Habits or Routines Actually Supported My Wellbeing? 26:49 What Self-Care Did I Avoid, Delay, or Minimize? 29:13 Who Added Lightness or Comfort to My Life in Ways I Didn’t Expect? 32:06 What Am I Grateful For That I Might Have Taken For Granted Earlier? 34:33 When Things Got Stressful, How Did I Cope? 39:26 How Do I Want To Approach Challenges Differently or More Intentionally? 41:29 What Felt Hopeful or Discouraging About Looking For Love? 46:50 Who Did I Feel Most Like Myself Around? 49:07 What Do I Want To Leave Behind Because It No Longer Fits Who I Am?

Ep. 112: Life Never Waits Until You're Ready

Episode 112: Life won’t pause until you feel ready—because “ready” is a choice. In this solo episode, Amanda reflects on aging family, caregiving, regret, and the wake-up call that time keeps moving—so you might as well live your life with purpose. Amanda shares what the 2025 season has taught her about family dynamics, caregiving, aging, and the perspective shift that hits when you start thinking about the end of life. If you’ve been feeling stuck, afraid to take the leap, or waiting for the “perfect moment,” you need to hear this: life never waits until you’re ready—ready is a choice. You’ll hear about: * Why time moves forward no matter what (and what to do about it) * How to “spin gold” out of messy seasons * The reminder that you’re one decision away from a different life Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend and subscribe for weekly conversations on identity, healing, purpose, andbecoming your future self! Want to share your story or ask a question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode Email us at hello@podcastforthelost.com or send an anonymous message: ngl.link/akpowers__ [https://ngl.link/akpowers__] Connect with Amanda:Website [https://www.podcastforthelost.com/]Podcast Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/podcast.for.the.lost/]Amanda’s Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amanda.k.powers/]TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost]YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost/]Substack [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/] AFFILIATE LINKS: Try Momentum Shake! [https://www.momentumshake.com/AMANDAPOWERS] - (Spend $75 – get a free variety pack) 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://rwrd.io/ref_O9SIXJZ?c] Beis Travel Luggage – $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO] U BEAUTY – $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2] time__line - 20% Off (code POWERS) [https://shop.timeline.com/POWERS⁠] CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections 02:57 Family Dynamics and Caregiving Challenges 09:55 Navigating Aging and Health Issues 18:27 Personal Reflections on Relationships and Future 27:44 Life Choices and Preparing for the Future 30:06 Feeling Stuck at Any Age 32:56 Reflections on Life's End and Relationships 36:59 Life Never Waits Until You're Ready 41:19 Taking Ownership of Your Life

Ep. 111: How Trauma Shapes Your Identity, Purpose & Capacity for Abundance | Michelle Jeovanny

Episode 111: What if the hardest chapters of your life were the initiation — not the punishment? In this deeply moving episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers is joined by Michelle Jeovanny [https://michellejeovanny.com/], a spiritual life coach and entrepreneur who has transformed profound trauma into purpose, freedom, and abundance. Michelle shares her journey from escaping a violent homelife in the Dominican republic to navigating homelessness as a teenager in New York City, and eventually to spiritual leadership. Michelle discusses how ancestral patterns shape our relationships with money and love, and why walking in blind faith is often the gateway to becoming who you’re meant to be. This episode explores: * Identity loss and reinvention * Ancestral healing and somatic freedom * Spiritual entrepreneurship and abundance * Trusting intuition in uncertain seasons * Turning your “mess” into "magick" If you’ve ever felt like your life fell apart before it truly began, Michelle Jeovanny’s story will meet you exactly where you are. This episode doesn’t tell you who to become, but it will remind you that you already carry the wisdom you've been looking for. Chapters: 00:00 From Survival to Sacred Expansion 02:21 Overcoming Adversity: Michelle's Journey 07:02 Finding Safety and Purpose in College 11:51 The Turning Point: Embracing Change 17:37 Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth 19:00 Ancestral Healing and Its Impact 22:23 Walking in Blind Faith 25:20 Reconnecting with Intuition 32:11 Creating Your Own Magic 37:29 Understanding Abundance and Scarcity 40:28 Transforming Scarcity Mindset in Retreats 43:05 Parenting and Nurturing Intuition in Children 46:29 Defining Success and Achievements 49:58 Advice for the Stuck and Lost Connect with Michelle: Website - https://michellejeovanny.com/ [https://michellejeovanny.com/] Instagram - @michellejeovanny [https://www.instagram.com/michellejeovanny/] LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejeovanny [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejeovanny] Connect with Amanda: Website [https://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 [https://www.tiktok.com/@podcast.for.the.lost] | ⁠Substack⁠⁠ [https://podcastforthelost.substack.com/] | ⁠YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@podcastforthelost/] Don’t forget to subscribe weekly conversations on identity, healing, purpose, and becoming your future self. Want to share your story or ask a question for an upcoming Wanderer Wisdom episode? Email us at hello@podcastforthelost.com [hello@podcastforthelost.com] or send an anonymous message: ngl.link/akpowers__ [https://ngl.link/akpowers__] AFFILIATE LINKS: Momentum Shake → Spend $75, Get a Free Variety Pack [https://www.momentumshake.com/AMANDAPOWERS⁠] 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 →$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://rwrd.io/ref_O9SIXJZ?c⁠] Beis Travel Luggage → $20 Off [https://prz.io/gXbxboETO⁠] U BEAUTY → $25 Off [https://ubeauty.com/?referral_code=d9RZdr4XsAldbl3P2⁠] time__line → 20% Off (code POWERS) [https://shop.timeline.com/POWERS⁠]

Ep. 110: How to Fix Yourself From the Inside Out | Faust Ruggiero

Episode 110: Feeling stuck, burnt out, or like you’ve tried everything and nothing actually changes? In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda sits down with therapist and award-winning author Faust Ruggiero, creator of The Process Way of Life and the Fix Yourself Empowerment Series, to talk about how real change starts from the inside out. Faust shares how his 40+ years of counseling led him to identify 52 internal processes that drive our emotional health — from radical honesty and fact-finding to getting your intellect in front of your emotions so they don’t run the show. You’ll hear how to: * Change your internal language so your self-talk stops sabotaging you * Tell the difference between healthy discomfort and self-punishment * Stop chasing quick fixes and build transformation through small, repeatable steps * Use faith (spiritual or not) as a daily practice instead of a bypass or magic wand * Ask for help without feeling like you’re “wasting someone’s time”   If you’ve ever thought “It’s too late for me to start over” or “I can’t do that at my age,” this conversation will challenge those beliefs and show you how much power you still have over your story. This episode is for you if you’re: * Feeling lost in your identity or purpose * Wrestling with anxiety, shame, or negative self-talk * Craving a practical, process-driven way to heal * Ready to move from “wandering” to living with more intention and internal balance Chapters/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to The Process Way of Life 02:37 Understanding the 52 Processes of Healing 05:24 Empowering Individuals to Take Control 07:59 The Impact of Internal Dialogue 10:38 Maintaining Professional Boundaries 13:30 The Journey into Psychology 16:19 Learning from Diverse Populations 18:09 Growth Through Discomfort 20:59 Navigating Personal Growth Challenges 24:31 Overcoming Fear and Shame in Pursuing Dreams 25:33 The Role of Faith in Healing and Growth 28:31 The Journey of Becoming an Author 31:26 Understanding the Arrival Fallacy 32:39 Exploring the Concept of Faith 35:39 Core Processes for Personal Growth 39:54 Personal Experiences Shaping Professional Insights 41:43 Defining Success and Happiness 43:41 Advice to Younger Self and Loved Ones 44:51 Encouragement for the Lost and Stuck Connect with Faust: Website: https://www.faustruggiero.com/ [https://www.faustruggiero.com/] Instagram: @faustinspire [https://www.instagram.com/faustinspire/] Buy His Books: The Fix Yourself Empowerment Series [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C95CHHPL?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tpbk⁠] Connect with Amanda: Email: 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] Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend and subscribe today for weekly episodes about identity, healing, purpose, and becoming your future self. Want to share your story or a listener question for a future Wanderer Wisdom episode? Email us at hello@podcastforthelost.com or send an anonymous note at ngl.link/akpowers__ [ngl.link/akpowers__]. 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] PTULA – $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 - 20% Off (code POWERS) [https://shop.timeline.com/POWERS]