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Join "Reclaim Your Life with Irina," where real people share extraordinary stories of overcoming life's trials and experiencing transformative "wake-up" moments. Explore the intertwined dimensions of physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Authentic conversations reveal how these individuals reclaimed their lives, offering inspiration and empowerment. Discover the resilience of the human spirit and the path to true happiness. Subscribe now for a journey of hope and self-discovery.
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Sometimes losing who you thought you were is the beginning of discovering who you really are.For years, Nahum Vizakis built his identity around strength, fearlessness, and being a soldier. But during a deployment in Iraq, one life-or-death moment changed everything. Faced with the reality that he could die, Nahum realized he could no longer lie to himself about the life he wanted.In this deeply personal conversation, Nahum shares what happened when his identity began to fall apart, how he finally released years of suppressed emotion, and the journey of discovering who he was underneath the roles, expectations, and armor.Together, we explore:• What happens when you no longer recognize who you are• Why emotional safety can unlock suppressed feelings• The uncomfortable space between who you were and who you're becoming• How bodybuilding became an anchor during uncertainty• How fatherhood, grief, and loss reshaped his life• Why real healing begins with acknowledging what isn’t working• How small, consistent choices create lasting changeIf you're navigating grief, burnout, trauma, identity loss, or a major life transition and wondering, “Who am I now?”, this conversation is a reminder that you don't have to become who you used to be. You can discover who you are now.About Today’s GuestNahum is a combat veteran, athlete, healer, entrepreneur, and author whose journey has taken him from Iraq to exploring psychology, bodywork, fitness, spirituality, and personal transformation.🎧 ABOUT RECLAIM YOUR LIFEReclaim Your Life with Irina explores healing, identity, emotional resilience, self-discovery, and rebuilding your life after difficult transitions.If this episode resonated with you, follow Reclaim Your Life for more conversations about emotional healing, resilience, self-discovery, finding yourself again, and creating a life that feels authentically yours.Connect with NahumWebsite: https://www.optimizinghuman.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritual_bodybuilder/Connect with Irinahttps://linktr.ee/irina089https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooksJoin PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link):https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina🎙️ Create studio-quality podcasts & videos with Riverside (affiliate link):https://riverside.sjv.io/DWbW5q☕ Support the Podcasthttps://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov
Many women spend years believing they're not enough—constantly comparing themselves, putting everyone else first, and carrying doubts that were never truly theirs.In this heartfelt conversation, Susan Houston shares how Secondhand Doubt—the limiting beliefs we inherit from childhood, relationships, and life experiences—can quietly shape our confidence, choices, and identity. Through her own journey of overcoming self-doubt, leaving a marriage that slowly erased her sense of self, and stepping into a new purpose, Susan reminds us that we don't have to keep living by stories we never chose.Together, we explore:• What Secondhand Doubt is and how it shapes your life• Why so many women struggle with feeling "not enough"• How childhood experiences influence self-worth and confidence• The hidden cost of losing yourself in relationships and people-pleasing• Practical ways to rebuild self-trust and reconnect with your authentic identity• Why surrounding yourself with supportive people accelerates healing• How small, intentional steps can help you reclaim your life and purposeWhether you're navigating career changes, divorce, burnout, identity loss, or simply longing to believe in yourself again, this conversation offers compassionate encouragement and practical insights to help you let go of inherited doubt, rediscover your worth, and reclaim your life.About Today's GuestSusan Houston is a TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, podcast host, and co-author alongside Lisa Nichols. After walking away from a successful twenty-year career, she found herself asking a question that millions of women quietly face: Who am I without my title?That question became her life's work.Today, Susan is the creator of The Doubt Committee Framework, helping high-achieving women move beyond limiting beliefs, navigate identity transitions, and rediscover purpose after major life changes. Drawing from her own experiences as a business owner, mother, real estate investor, and caregiver, she empowers women to stop living by inherited expectations and start believing they are enough.🎧 ABOUT RECLAIM YOUR LIFEReclaim Your Life with Irina is a podcast about healing, identity, emotional resilience, self-worth, and rebuilding your life after difficult transitions. Through honest conversations and transformational stories, host Irina Shehovsov explores what becomes possible when people reconnect with themselves and choose growth, courage, and healing.If this episode resonated with you, follow Reclaim Your Life for more conversations on emotional healing, resilience, self-discovery, and creating a life that feels authentically yours.Connect with Susanhttps://thesusanhouston.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thesusanhoustonhttps://www.instagram.com/susanhouston.kienitz/Done Pretending Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/done-pretending/id1857909658Connect with Irinahttps://linktr.ee/irina089https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooks↗️ Join PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link):https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina☕ Support the podcast:https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov
Many women spend years living in survival mode—constantly giving, achieving, and pushing forward until one day they realize they've lost touch with themselves.In this heartfelt conversation, Swami Tirtha, Ayurvedic teacher and author of The Ayurveda Encyclopedia, shares how ancient wisdom can help us reconnect with our body, calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and begin healing from the inside out. Drawing on more than 50 years of experience, he explains why true healing isn't just physical—it also involves our emotions, mindset, and spiritual well-being.Together, we explore:• Why chronic stress keeps us stuck in survival mode• How Ayurveda supports emotional and physical healing• Simple daily practices to reduce anxiety and restore balance• The connection between gut health, emotions, and overall wellness• Why slowing down is essential for healing and personal growth• How to reconnect with yourself after burnout or major life transitions• The role of intuition, joy, and self-care in living a more meaningful lifeWhether you're navigating burnout, emotional overwhelm, identity loss, or simply longing to feel like yourself again, this conversation offers gentle wisdom and practical insights to help you slow down, heal, and reclaim your life.About Today's GuestSwami Tirtha has spent more than five decades teaching Ayurveda, meditation, and holistic healing. His work combines ancient Eastern wisdom with practical tools that help people improve their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. He is the author of The Ayurveda Encyclopedia.🎧 ABOUT RECLAIM YOUR LIFEReclaim Your Life with Irina is a podcast about healing, identity, emotional resilience, self-worth, and rebuilding your life after difficult transitions. Through honest conversations and transformational stories, host Irina Shehovsov explores what becomes possible when people reconnect with themselves and choose growth, courage, and healing.If this episode resonated with you, follow Reclaim Your Life for more conversations on emotional healing, resilience, self-discovery, and creating a life that feels authentically yours.Connect with Swami:https://www.OrangeCowboy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/orangecowboylightacademy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@orangecowboylightacademyhttps://tinyurl.com/MsnIgntd - Mission Ignited Podcast"Connect with Irina:https://linktr.ee/irina089https://www.irinashehovsov.com/mybooksJoin Reclaim Your Life Book Launch Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rylbook↗️ Join PodMatch to find podcast guests or become a guest (affiliate link):https://www.joinpodmatch.com/irina☕ Support this podcast: https://account.venmo.com/u/Irina-Shehovsov
Welcome to the Why I Said Yes series, where the contributing authors of Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New share the personal stories behind the chapters they chose to write.What if your life wasn't meant to be endured... but truly enjoyed?In this episode of the Why I Said Yes series, publisher, transformational mentor, and bestselling author Mary Gooden shares the story behind her chapter in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New.Mary opens up about the panic attacks that became the catalyst for her own awakening and how they led her to discover a life rooted in joy, purpose, self-love, and possibility.As the founder of Divine Destiny Publishing, Mary has helped hundreds of people courageously share their stories with the world. In this conversation, she explains why storytelling has the power to heal not only the writer—but also the reader.In this inspiring conversation, we discuss:✨ Why Mary became a publisher✨ The healing power of sharing your story✨ Moving from fear to purpose✨ Simple practices for awakening from within✨ Creating a life you truly love📖 Mary's chapter is featured in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New, launching July 7, 2026.👇 Learn more about the book and Mary's inspiring work in the links below. https://www.facebook.com/groups/rylbook---Chapters:00:00 Welcome & Meet Mary Gooden02:22 Why Mary Became a Publisher07:20 Why She Joined *Reclaim Your Life*10:23 Writing Her Chapter11:33 Mary's Message for Readers12:28 Final Thoughts#rylbook #booklaunch #newrealease #reclaimyourlife
Welcome to the Why I Said Yes series, where the contributing authors of Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New share the personal stories behind the chapters they chose to write.What if your hardest experiences could become the beginning of your greatest transformation?In this episode of the Why I Said Yes series, Lorraine Campbell shares the personal story behind her chapter in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New.After navigating grief, anxiety, and major life transitions, Lorraine realized that healing wasn't about forgetting the past—it was about learning from it and choosing to move forward with purpose.In this inspiring conversation, we discuss:✨ Why Lorraine said yes to writing her first book chapter✨ Processing grief and loss✨ Reinventing yourself after life's difficult seasons✨ The importance of personal growth and self-care✨ Why it's never too late to pursue your dreamsLorraine reminds us that every experience carries a lesson—and that even our lowest moments can become the foundation for a stronger future.📖 Lorraine's chapter is featured in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New, launching July 7, 2026.👇 Learn more about the book and Lorraine's inspiring journey in the links below.https://www.facebook.com/groups/rylbook---Chapters00:00 Welcome & Meet Lorraine Campbell00:20 Why Lorraine Said Yes02:38 The Hardest Part of Writing03:48 Rediscovering Herself Through the Writing Process06:01 The Lesson Behind Every Life Experience07:48 Lorraine's Advice for Anyone Chasing a Dream08:32 Final Thoughts#rylbook #booklaunch #newrealease
Welcome to the Why I Said Yes series, where the contributing authors of Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New share the personal stories behind the chapters they chose to write.What happens when life becomes so busy that you can no longer hear yourself think?In this episode of the Why I Said Yes series, author Hoi Shutoy shares the deeply personal story behind her chapter in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New.After experiencing overwhelming stress and a health scare, Hoi realized she needed something she had rarely given herself—space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with who she truly was.Through a solo journey, quiet reflection, and the courage to slow down, she discovered that healing doesn't always come from doing more. Sometimes it begins by simply being present.In this conversation we discuss:✨ Why Hoi chose to write her story✨ The healing power of writing✨ Recovering from stress and burnout✨ Finding yourself through travel and reflection✨ Why creativity helps us reconnect with who we are📖 Hoi's chapter, Breaking News, Breaking and the Break, is featured in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New, launching July 7, 2026.🎙️ This interview is part of the **Why I Said Yes** series, where each contributing author shares the personal story behind the chapter they chose to write.👇 Learn more about the book and Hoi's inspiring journey in the links below. https://www.facebook.com/groups/rylbook---Chapters00:00 Welcome & Meet Hoi Yin Shutoy00:48 Why Hoi Said Yes02:29 The Challenge of Writing Honestly04:31 Rediscovering the Joy of Writing05:18 A Health Scare That Changed Everything06:13 What Hoi Hopes Readers Will Take Away07:48 Final Thoughts#rylbook #booklaunch #newrealease
Welcome to the Why I Said Yes series, where the contributing authors of Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New share the personal stories behind the chapters they chose to write.What if the life you've always wanted begins the moment you stop living by everyone else's expectations?In this episode of the Why I Said Yes series, transformational guide Caroline Sequin shares the deeply personal story behind her chapter in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New.After navigating divorce, grief, and major life transitions, Caroline discovered that healing wasn't about becoming someone new—it was about remembering who she had always been beneath the pain.In this inspiring conversation, we discuss:✨ Why Caroline chose to share her story publicly✨ Overcoming the fear of being vulnerable✨ Healing through self-discovery✨ Why it's never too late to follow your dreams✨ How life's greatest challenges can become your greatest teachers📖 Caroline's chapter, Turning My Pain Into My Glow Up is featured in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New, launching July 7, 2026.👇 Learn more about the book and connect with Caroline using the links below. https://www.facebook.com/groups/rylbook---Chapters:00:00 Welcome & Meet Caroline Sequin00:50 Why Caroline Said Yes01:30 The Challenge of Writing Vulnerably05:00 Looking Back on Her Journey05:35 What She Wants Readers to Learn07:25 Final Thoughts#rylbook #booklaunch #newrealease
Welcome to the Why I Said Yes series, where the authors of Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New share the personal stories behind the chapters they chose to write.The hardest battles aren't always the ones people can see.In this episode of the Why I Said Yes series, bestselling author and financial planner Leah Hadley shares the deeply personal story behind her chapter in Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New.For years, Leah struggled with her health, tried countless diets, and quietly carried the weight of believing she had to do it all alone. Her turning point came when she realized that asking for help wasn't weakness—it was the beginning of healing.In this conversation we discuss:✔️ Why she chose to share this story publicly✔️ The emotional side of bariatric surgery✔️ Overcoming food addiction and shame✔️ The importance of self-worth✔️ Why transformation begins when we accept support📖 Reclaim Your Life: The Breaking That Made You New launches July 7, 2026 and features six inspiring stories of resilience, healing, and transformation.🎙️ This interview is part of the Why I Said Yes series, where each contributing author shares the story behind their chapter.#rylbook #booklaunch #newrealease
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