Ep. 18 Unpacking Identity: healing, growth & finding true community w/ Monny

Ep. 19 Rooted & Rising: embodying strength through somatic therapy w/ Noor

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Use code LIFEOFRAGE or use the link: https://betterhelp.com/lifeofrage for 10% OFF your 1st month with BetterHelp. HELLO MY HEALING HUNNIES! 💭✨ In this deeply grounding episode, we’re joined by Noor Pinna—Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), shame resilience coach, and trauma-informed therapist—who brings over a decade of experience in guiding women toward healing and empowerment. Together, we explore the power of somatic therapy and what it means to truly embody strength. Noor shares how our bodies carry the weight of intergenerational trauma, shame, and self-criticism—and how we can begin to release those burdens through holistic, spiritual, and science-backed practices. With training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, creative arts therapy, and mindfulness, Noor integrates a rich, trauma-informed approach that honors both the individual and the collective experience—especially for women navigating complex cultural and systemic dynamics. We also touch on how embracing the wisdom of the body can be a revolutionary act of healing. This episode is an invitation to root into your truth, rise with intention, and reclaim the power that’s always been within you. 🌀 Tune in, take a breath, and let the healing begin. Connect with Noor: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noorpinna_resilienttherapist/ [https://www.instagram.com/noorpinna_resilienttherapist/] Tedxtalk:https://youtu.be/2Kg7BIjA3p0 [https://youtu.be/2Kg7BIjA3p0] Therapy: https://care.headway.co/providers/noor-pinna?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=111987 [https://care.headway.co/providers/noor-pinna?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=111987]

Ep. 18 Unpacking Identity: healing, growth & finding true community w/ Monny

Hello my Healing Hunnies!✨🧘🏽‍♀️ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Use code LIFEOFRAGE or use the link: https://betterhelp.com/lifeofrage for 10% OFF your 1st month with BetterHelp. In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth as we explore the complexities of identity. From navigating societal expectations to embracing our authentic selves, we discuss the challenges and triumphs of finding true community and belonging. Joining us is Monica Blanco, a recovering perfectionist who discovered that imperfection is where innovation thrives. With a background in engineering, she learned that while data builds foundations, stories create revolutions. Her neurodivergent mind thrives on transforming chaos into connections, turning what others see as distractions into directions. Despite evolving across multiple industries, Monica has built a community of over 500,000 across platforms, proving that true embodiment—quirks and all—becomes power when backed by strategy. Through co-creating spaces like Istorya and FilExcellence, she makes cultural preservation feel less like homework and more like coming home to your body's wisdom. By weaving ancestral knowledge with modern insight, she helps others bridge the gap between who they are and who they're becoming—while always keeping an eye out for the next exciting side quest. Whether you're on a path of self-exploration or seeking deeper connections, this conversation is for you. Tune in as we unpack identity, healing, and growth with Monica Blanco—where transformation is an adventure, not just a checklist. Follow Monny on her journey + creative/community projects across socials: @asapmonny @istorya @filexcellence Thank you for tuning in, take a breath & let's talk about it!

Ep. 17 Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs: who are we committed to becoming?

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Use code LIFEOFRAGE or use the link: https://betterhelp.com/lifeofrage for 10% OFF your 1st month with BetterHelp. Hello, my Healing Hunnies!! This week, I’m bringing you a heart-to-heart life update and diving deep into a topic that hits home for so many of us: limiting beliefs. We all have those inner stories that hold us back—the ones that make us question if we're capable, deserving, or even enough. But what if we chose to rewrite those narratives? What if instead of shying away from discomfort, we leaned into it with intention, knowing it’s part of our growth journey? In this episode, I’ll share some personal reflections on how I’ve been working through my own limiting beliefs, the struggles, the small wins, and what I’m learning along the way. We’ll talk about how to stay grounded and mindful when life feels messy and uncertain, and why it’s so important to sit with discomfort instead of running from it. It’s all about turning those tough moments into powerful stepping stones on the path to becoming the best version of ourselves. So grab your tea, cozy up, and let’s get real about breaking free from the beliefs that are holding us back and embracing the messy, beautiful process of growth. 🌎💭

Ep. 16 Nurturing healthy relationships: Showing up from a place of love rather than insecurity and projection

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Use code LIFEOFRAGE or use the link: https://betterhelp.com/lifeofrage for 10% OFF your 1st month with BetterHelp. HEYYY HEALIING HUNNIES ✨❤️ After a hiatus due to battling the flu, I'm thrilled to reconnect with you all and delve into today's topic: nurturing healthy relationships amidst past traumas and challenges. While acknowledging the diversity of relationships, I'm excited to explore how self-love and healing play pivotal roles in fostering fulfilling connections. Drawing from personal experiences, I'll share insights on overcoming feelings of unworthiness and navigating jealousy, emphasizing the link between self-worth and our capacity to love others. Throughout the episode, I'll highlight the importance of communication, boundaries, and mutual respect in cultivating thriving relationships. Grab some tea, take a breath, & let's talk about it! 🧘🏽‍♀️

Ep. 15 Healing Generational Trauma: love and sacrifice don't always have to go hand in hand

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Use code LIFEOFRAGE or use the link: https://betterhelp.com/lifeofrage for 10% OFF your 1st month with BetterHelp. Hello, all my healing HOTTIES!! Ever wondered about the silent struggles our parents faced? In this episode, I dive into the story of sacrifice--one many of us First Gens know too well. I explore the complexities of love, sacrifice, and the healing journey. Discover some ways we can understand and heal generational struggles, with practical tools like dream journaling and guided visualization. Join me in sharing some personal insights on letting go of resentment, seeing our parents as people beyond their roles, and how we can cultivate our paths to intentional healing. Grab some tea, take a breath, & let's talk about it! 🧘🏽‍♀️ #Lovewithoutsacrifice