Evolving Minds with Phil Hampton

Episode 23: Recovering From Loss with Allie Butts

Welcome to another episode! It is good to be back! On Today's episode, I speak with Allie Butts. She talks about some of the struggles she faced growing up. She opens up about her family, and more in particular, her mother who passed away a few years ago due issues that stemmed from alcohol. We talk about family dynamics, not getting the attention we wanted or deserved growing up and how that can have longer lasting results. We also talk about mental health, depression, medications, etc.  Check it out, and hope you enjoy!

Episode 21: Somatic Healing with Tiffany Mertens

On this episode, I am joined with Tiffany Mertens.  Tiffany has been on a path the last several years of reflecting and healing from her past traumas. She had a mentor and coach and after that experience, it led her to start her own mentorship program. She is a coach and spiritual mentor. She teaches various classes and programs that cater to men and women's healing. And she is big into movement!  We talk about: Ecstatic dancing, sensuality vs sexuality, pleasure, and more!  You can find Tiffany here: https://www.instagram.com/mysticmentorship/  [https://www.instagram.com/mysticmentorship/] https://tiffany-mertens.mykajabi.com/mystic_mentorship [https://tiffany-mertens.mykajabi.com/mystic_mentorship]

Episode 20: Healing Through Music with Afia Anim

Welcome to episode 20, everyone!  Afia Anim joins the podcast and shares her healing story. Afia joined what she thought was a normal Christian-based church, only to find out years later that it was a cult. In this episode, she shares her story of being involved in this cult, also known as the Potter's House CFM cult. Afia discusses her journey of leaving the cult, the challenges she faced, and talks about her healing process.  Afia is a musician, and just released an EP entitled, "Healing In Her Eyes" and it is available on all major platforms.  Please, give her a follow on Spotify and Instagram and check out her music! My personal favorite song is "Catching The Vibe" So, give it a listen!   https://www.instagram.com/afiaxhealing/ [https://www.instagram.com/afiaxhealing/] https://open.spotify.com/artist/4jyAPj6ZpTyvbFtqhLZIAu?si=Hg2YR19UTtmQT3j7U742qA&nd=1 [https://open.spotify.com/artist/4jyAPj6ZpTyvbFtqhLZIAu?si=Hg2YR19UTtmQT3j7U742qA&nd=1]

Episode 19: Returning And Leaving with Benjamin Hulleberg

Today's guest is Benjamin Hulleberg. Benjamin appears on the podcast and shares his story dealing with depression, anxiety and going through a faith crisis all at once while on his Mormon mission.  in this episode, we discuss Mormon missions, depression and anxiety, going through a faith crisis and losing your faith while being a missionary, returning home from a mission early, and more! If you suffer with mental health, please check out the website links below: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline [https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline] https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ [https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/] If you are struggling with your faith and need an outlet, or community to go to, see below: https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/ [https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/]

Episode 18: Temazcal Metamorphosis with Stephen Serrano

Welcome back to another episode! This week's guest is Stephen Serrano from Temazcal Metamorphosis.   Stephen comes on the podcast and shares his transformation story. He went from losing his father at the age of 3, not feeling connected to the religion he was raised in, dealing with some addictions, and then having a couple of impactful experiences with plant medicine that opened up his heart to forgive and make the necessary changes to become a better person and find more meaning and connection.  Stephen now facilitates in Temazcal ceremonies, which are similar to what most people know as a sweat lodge. He explains what that is and what the benefits are, and much more! He has a deep love and compassion for others, and I am excited to share his story with you all.  Please, show your support by following Stephen on Instagram linked below:   www.instagram.com/temazcal_metamorphosis [//www.instagram.com/temazcal_metamorphosis] Music by: Coral Hampton