Becoming Unbound

In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Adam for a powerful conversation about breaking free from life scripts, trusting your inner knowing, and choosing the path that is actually yours. Adam shares his wild journey from an apprenticeship with traditional medicine people in the Amazon rainforest to taking a more “conventional” route into psychology, and why freedom is an inside job before it’s ever an outside one. We talk about the messy liminal space between who you were and who you’re becoming, how to build a real relationship with yourself, and why one minute of stillness can change everything._____________________________________Episode Highlights: heart vs head, inner whispers, breaking life scripts, liminal space, identity death and rebirth, self-love as an investment, meditation in micro doses, journaling for clarity, nature as a nervous system reset, freedom as an inner gameTopics Discussed The “war” between certainty and inner truthLiminal space and the discomfort of becomingSelf-love as the foundation for healthy relationships and purposeWhy giving from depletion leads to burnoutMeditation, journaling, and nature as practical tools for clarityFreedom as inner peace regardless of external circumstances_____________________________________LINKS & RESOURCESAdam’s Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/adam.purpose/ Adam’s Website | https://lessonsonlove.org/love-infusion Adam’s LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-guzman-poole/ Purpose Guide | https://www.purposeguide.org/ _____________________________________✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie._____________________________________STAY CONNECTEDFollow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/ Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083 Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2 _____________________________________Your podcast deserves more than guesswork and late-night edits.At Carley Butler Media, I take podcasting off your plate, from editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, so you can show up consistently, confidently, and with impact.Whether you’re launching or scaling, I help you create a polished podcast that supports your goals and grows with you.✨ Learn more and book your discovery call at www.carleybutlermedia.com

What if your next “best night ever” didn’t include alcohol… and you still left feeling HIGH on life?In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Luciana Santaguida for a powerful conversation about sober-curious spaces, music as medicine, and what it really means to create community with intention. We talk about why so many festivals and concerts normalize disconnection, and how Luciana is flipping the script with consciously curated events like Sunflower Garden Fest in Toronto. She shares her personal journey of walking away from partying after vocal nodules forced her to heal, and how purpose (and faith) became the catalyst for everything she’s built. If you’ve been feeling called to change your habits, find your people, or take a leap you can’t stop thinking about… this one will hit._____________________________________Episode Highlights: sober curious festivals, alcohol-free community, music as medicine, energetic curation, conscious concerts, dancing without disassociation, purpose as a turning point, vocal healing journey, faith over fear, building quietly and leading boldlyTopics Discussed Creating alcohol-free spaces that still feel electric and funHow music shifts your nervous system and your vibrationThe discomfort of trying something new without “social lubricant”Losing friends when you choose your purpose and healingBuilding in silence and protecting your vision from doubtFaith, surrender, and taking action with no plan B_____________________________________LINKS & RESOURCESLuciana’s Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lucianawithlove/ Luciana’s Website | https://www.lucianawithlove.com/ www.sunflowergardenfestival.com _____________________________________✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie._____________________________________STAY CONNECTEDFollow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/ Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083 Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2 _____________________________________Your podcast deserves more than guesswork and late-night edits. At Carley Butler Media, I take podcasting off your plate, from editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, so you can show up consistently, confidently, and with impact.✨ Learn more and book your discovery call at www.carleybutlermedia.com

What if burnout isn’t a failure… but an invitation to come home to yourself?In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Naomi Tessler for a deeply honest, soul-expanding conversation about burnout, boundaries, parts work, and reclaiming your voice. Naomi shares her journey as a multi-passionate artist, healer, and entrepreneur who learned the hard way that doing everything alone isn’t sustainable. We explore nervous system regulation, intergenerational trauma, the power of saying no, and how freedom often begins the moment we listen to our bodies instead of overriding them. This episode is a beautiful reminder that rest is revolutionary, your voice matters, and saying no can be the most loving yes you ever give yourself._____________________________________Episode Highlights: burnout cycles, rest as resistance, nervous system regulation, parts work, feminine and masculine balance, intergenerational trauma, boundaries as empowerment, saying no with power, voice as freedom, creative self-expressionTopics Discussed Burnout and the unsustainable solo-entrepreneur cycleNervous system regulation and embodied awarenessParts work and internal family systemsBoundaries as an act of self-respectHealing intergenerational and ancestral traumaFinding freedom through voice and creative expression_____________________________________LINKS & RESOURCESNaomi’s Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/naomihanatessler/ Naomi’s Website | https://naomitessler.com/ Naomi’s Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/naomi.tessler/ _____________________________________✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie._____________________________________STAY CONNECTEDFollow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/ Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083 Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2 _____________________________________Your podcast deserves more than guesswork and late-night edits.At Carley Butler Media, I take podcasting off your plate, from editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, so you can show up consistently, confidently, and with impact.Whether you’re launching or scaling, I help you create a polished podcast that supports your goals and grows with you.✨ Learn more and book your discovery call at www.carleybutlermedia.com

Have you ever felt like the life you want is just one brave decision away?In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with myself for a powerful solo conversation about the seven intentional steps to becoming unbound. We explore how to listen to your body’s whispers, get clear on your values, create safety before big changes, and take tiny brave actions without blowing your whole life up overnight. I also share why January doesn’t have to be your pressure cooker—and how aligning with the real new year (hello, spring 🌱) can make change feel more natural and sustainable. This episode is your permission slip to go slow, trust yourself, and start building a life that actually feels like home._____________________________________Episode Highlights: listening to the whispers, nervous system awareness, redefining the new year, values-based living, safety before change, micro brave steps, long-game mindset, identity shifts, freedom on your terms, becoming unboundTopics Discussed Listening to your body’s signalsThe cost of staying the sameClarifying values before making changesCreating financial and emotional safetyMicro-steps instead of life blow-upsGiving yourself grace in the long game_____________________________________✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie._____________________________________STAY CONNECTEDFollow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/ Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083 Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2 _____________________________________Your podcast deserves more than guesswork and late-night edits.At Carley Butler Media, I take podcasting off your plate, from editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, so you can show up consistently, confidently, and with impact.Whether you’re launching or scaling, I help you create a polished podcast that supports your goals and grows with you.✨ Learn more and book your discovery call at www.carleybutlermedia.com_____________________________________Chapters00:00 Welcome to Becoming Unbound01:33 Redefining the New Year03:31 Step 1: Get Quiet & Listen06:29 Step 2: The Cost of Staying the Same09:35 Step 3: Clarify Your Values13:28 Step 4: Create Safety First17:12 Step 5: Say It Out Loud21:20 Step 6: Take the Brave Micro Step25:32 Step 7: Give Yourself Grace29:57 Recap: The Seven Steps32:19 Final Thoughts & What’s Next

What if freedom doesn’t arrive all at once… but in quiet moments you almost miss?In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down solo for a deeply reflective conversation about what freedom actually feels like in the body. After escaping the noise of Toronto for a winter work retreat at my family’s cottage, I realized something big: this is the life I was dreaming about two years ago.I share what it’s really been like building a business from the ground up, the difference between freelancing and entrepreneurship, and why freedom doesn’t have to mean “burn it all down.” We talk nervous system safety, slow mornings, long-term vision, future family goals, and why it’s okay if your version of freedom changes over time. This episode is about celebrating the small wins, honoring the grind, and trusting that change is possible when you don’t give up._____________________________________Episode Highlights: freedom in the nervous system, working from the cottage, slow winter mornings, freelancing vs entrepreneurship, long-term vision, redefining success, feminine vs masculine energy, celebrating small wins, flexible work life, permission to choose differentlyTopics Discussed What freedom actually feels like in the bodyThe reality of building a business from scratchFreelancing vs owning a scalable businessNervous system safety as a success metricWhy entrepreneurship isn’t for everyoneCelebrating the life you once dreamed of_____________________________________✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie._____________________________________STAY CONNECTEDFollow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/ Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083 Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2 _____________________________________Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I’ll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact.Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let’s make podcasting easy and elevated! 

Ever feel like your body is basically begging you to change… but you keep pushing through anyway?In this week’s episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Amanda Smith for a powerful conversation about nervous system regulation, purpose, and what happens when your body’s “whispers” turn into full-blown screams. Amanda shares how she broke out of a high-achieving career box and followed the thread that was always pulling her back to the body—breath, subtle awareness, and healing. We talk about why modern life keeps people disconnected from stillness, how stress and misalignment can show up as symptoms, and why freedom is often as simple (and hard) as saying, “I can’t do that right now.” If you’re craving clarity, calm, and a more purpose-led life, this one will land._____________________________________Episode Highlights: nervous system regulation, purpose discovery, whispers vs screams, dis-ease and symptoms, breathwork and the pause, yoga as a bridge, silence and self-connection, nature rhythms and grounding, micro-choices over grand leaps, freedom through boundariesTopics Discussed When emotions “ooze” into the physical body as symptomsHow breath becomes the doorway to regulation and intuitionWhy silence is uncomfortable and what that revealsReconnecting with nature and circadian/seasonal rhythmsChoice, responsibility, and micro-shifts that change everythingFreedom as boundaries and releasing others’ expectations_____________________________________LINKS & RESOURCESAmanda’s Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/amanda.g.smith/ Amanda’s Website | https://bodywhisperhealing.com/ Gutsy Chick Podcast | https://bodywhisperhealing.com/https://open.spotify.com/show/4dHbCB9g6r6gR0KgDtg3ZE?si=6927d5cf4ed5425f Geometric Breath Video | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXItOY0sLRY _____________________________________✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don’t forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie._____________________________________STAY CONNECTEDFollow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/ Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083 Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2 

What if the symptoms you've been trying to silence are actually your body begging you to come home to yourself? 💭✨ In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Brittany McCann for a raw, soul-hitting conversation on nervous system healing, intuition, and what it really means to live in alignment with your body and your purpose. Brittany shares how she was told she'd never have children naturally, then went on to reverse "irreversible" PCOS by trusting her intuition and holistic nutrition. We dive into why your symptoms are your body's language, how outsourcing your power to the "white coat" keeps you stuck, and the link between purpose, emotional health, and physical healing. We also unpack nervous system "bookending," micro-steps to becoming unbound, parts work, and the magic of coming home to your authentic self.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: reversing PCOS naturally, trusting your inner healer, symptoms as your body's language, nervous system "bookending", micro-steps to becoming unbound, parts work & people-pleasing, purpose and physical health, faith when you feel stuck, speaking your stuckness out loud, coming home to your authentic self Topics Discussed  How Brittany reversed "irreversible" PCOS by trusting her intuition and holistic nutrition Symptoms as the language of the body instead of problems to numb or silence Outsourcing our health and life decisions to "experts" versus reclaiming inner authority Nervous system "bookending" and micro-steps for change instead of all-or-nothing leaps Parts work, attachment, and how people-pleasing builds a life that isn't truly yours Redefining freedom as authenticity, purpose, and coming home to yourself   _____________________________________   LINKS & RESOURCES Brittany's Instagram | @healingwithbrittanylynn | @brittanylynnwelness Brittany's Website | https://www.brittanylynnwellness.com/  _____________________________________   ✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie.   _____________________________________   STAY CONNECTED   Follow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia  Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083  Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!   

Ready to unlearn the people-pleasing and finally choose you? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Johanna Burkhart for a real, soul-forward conversation on breaking trauma-shaped identities, reclaiming boundaries, and mastering your frequency. From losing her father and walking through burnout to leaving her marriage and traveling as a nomad, Johanna shares how she rebuilt safety within and crafted a life that follows her soul's desire. She unpacks her channeled Purification Process (four simple statements to shift out of spirals fast) plus how to spot self-abandonment, strengthen self-trust, and rest without guilt. You'll leave with grounded tools, a new lens on boundaries, and the courage to choose yourself, again and again.    _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: freedom, boundaries, people-pleasing, self-regulation, purification process, inner child, intuition, self-trust, nomad life, emotional alchemy Topics Discussed    Choosing yourself without apology The Purification Process: I see you, I hear you, you are safe, I love you anyway Turning resentment into a boundary signal Reframing uncertainty as adventure Healing people-pleasing and self-abandonment Building real safety from the inside out   _____________________________________   LINKS & RESOURCES Johanna's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/offical_johanna_burkhardt/  Johanna's Website | https://johannaburkhardt.podia.com/links  Johanna's Podcast | https://open.spotify.com/show/3qlti7RkMgzd6RkEr2YDYq  _____________________________________ Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie.   _____________________________________ MORE FROM CARLEY   Follow Carley Butler Media on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Follow Becoming Unbound Podcast on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/becomingunboundpodcast/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   It's time to elevate your podcast and expand your reach. From editing and uploads to content strategy and promotion, Carley Butler Media helps you create a show that not only sounds amazing but actually moves your business forward. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to start your podcast growth journey today.  

Have you ever felt like just another number in the waiting room instead of a human who actually deserves real care? 👀 In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Monica McKitterick for a liberating conversation about breaking up with a broken healthcare system and building a life and business around true freedom. Monica is a family nurse practitioner and founder of a direct primary care clinic in Texas, and she shares how she walked away from a cushy six-figure job, dealt with haters, and created a model that actually puts patients first. We dive into what's really driving "sick care," how incentives keep people unwell, and the four pillars she focuses on to help people reclaim their health and their lives. If you've ever suspected the system wasn't really designed for your wellness, this one's going to light a fire in you.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: healthcare freedom, direct primary care, sick-care system, root cause wellness, sleep + stress, boundaries, time freedom, entrepreneurship, investing in yourself, redefining success, patient advocacy, holistic health, burnout recovery, nutrition basics, movement habits, sovereignty in healthcare, leaving the system, mindset shifts, family-first living, personal responsibility Topics Discussed    How the current healthcare system incentivizes sickness instead of health What direct primary care is and why it puts the patient back in charge The four pillars of health: sleep, stress, nutrition and body movement Boundaries as a non-negotiable for your health, work and family Redefining success from revenue and clinic count to time, presence and travel Investing in yourself through education, mentorship and brave first steps _____________________________________   LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/impactfamilywellness  Website | https://www.impactfamilywellness.com/  Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@impactfamilywellnessllc4726/videos  _____________________________________   ✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie.   _____________________________________   STAY CONNECTED   Follow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia  Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083  Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!

Have you ever realized you're living a life that looks "perfect" on the outside… but quietly drains the soul out of you? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Jen Waechter for an honest, heart-opening conversation where I'm the one in the hot seat. Jen pulls out pieces of my story I've never shared, from the moment I knew I had to leave teaching, to shedding old identities, rebuilding my nervous system, and learning who "Carley" is outside the classroom. We talk about intuitive nudges, choosing the scarier path, embracing rest without guilt, and letting your life evolve in ways that actually support your freedom. If you've ever felt stuck, boxed-in, or scared to choose yourself… this is the episode that reminds you that your next chapter is completely figure-out-able.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: teacher identity shedding, nervous system healing, permission to rest, following intuitive nudges, imposter syndrome, leaving a "safe" career, rebuilding confidence, redefining freedom, slow mornings, becoming a new version of yourself Topics Discussed  What freedom means beyond schedules Releasing guilt and learning to rest The identity death that happens when you leave teaching Listening to your body's signals How clarity arrives when you choose the scary path Building confidence through self-trust and aligned action _____________________________________   LINKS & RESOURCES Jen's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/heldandwholeco/  _____________________________________   ✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie.   _____________________________________   STAY CONNECTED   Follow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia  Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083  Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!   

Have you ever felt like the title you worked so hard for, "teacher," "nurse," "entrepreneur" no longer fits who you're becoming? 👀 In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with former music teacher turned coach and founder of The Uninterrupted Life, Coleman Flentge, for a vulnerable, honest, and wildly affirming conversation about shedding old identities and choosing a life that actually feels good from the inside out. We talk about the grief and guilt of walking away from "noble" careers, the pressure to martyr yourself for the job, and the quiet inner knowing that whispers, there has to be more than this. By the end, you'll feel permission to question the path you're on, listen to your own timing, and trust that the next brick in your path will appear exactly when it's meant to.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: identity shifts, leaving teaching, career transition, letting go of job titles, teacher guilt, purpose-driven life, vertical vs lateral change, emotional rebirth, redefining freedom, trusting your intuition, following epiphanies, burnout recovery, entrepreneurship beginnings, inner knowing, becoming unbound Topics Discussed  The deep identity attachment to being "the teacher" and why it's so hard to leave Grieving the old version of yourself while still honoring that season of your life Guilt, martyrdom, and the pressure to "stick it out" in noble careers Vertical vs lateral career changes and how to know which one you're truly craving Redefining freedom as choosing how you want to feel in each moment Trusting the universe's timing and watching the next brick in your path appear   _____________________________________   LINKS & RESOURCES Coleman's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/coleman.uninterrupted/  Coleman's TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@coleman.uninterrupted  _____________________________________   ✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie.   _____________________________________   STAY CONNECTED   Follow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia  Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083  Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!   

Ever built a shiny life that "should" feel good… but your soul's like nope? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Eddy Tony for a heart-opening conversation on identity pivots, nervous system healing, and redefining freedom on your own terms. We trace Eddy's journey from restaurant and nightclub owner to breathwork guide and author, the rock-bottom moment that changed everything, and the practices that helped him trade hustle for inner peace. You'll learn the one simple check-in to hear your real inner voice, a micro step to get unstuck today, and a grounded definition of freedom that gives you permission to rest without guilt while still moving forward. If you've outgrown an old self and want a gentler way home, this one's for you.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: identity after success, rock-bottom wake-up, values vs. projections, breathwork for regulation, ecstatic dance medicine, safe containers for healing, tools vs. numbing, permission to rest, leadership vs. execution, listening to your inner voice Topics Discussed  The paradox of entrepreneurship: freedom that becomes a cage Rock bottom, responsibility, and choosing a new path Values clarification and releasing family projections Breathwork and ecstatic dance as non-chemical "medicine" Redefining freedom as inner space and permission to rest Micro steps and self-trust as the compass   _____________________________________   LINKS & RESOURCES Eddy's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/eddytony  Eddy's Website | https://www.eddytony.com/about  Join Presale Waitlist for The Way In Is Through | https://www.eddytony.com/  _____________________________________   ✨ If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie.   _____________________________________   STAY CONNECTED   Follow on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Subscribe on Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@CarleyButlerMedia  Follow on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565606876083  Join the Unbound Collective Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!

Have you ever felt your body whisper "this isn't it"—then start shouting it? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Alexis Cook for a heart-opening conversation on choosing your hard, trusting your body, and redefining freedom beyond yachts and hustle. Alexis shares the holy-shift moment that pulled her out of a misaligned 9-to-5, how somatic work and subconscious reprogramming changed everything, and why slow mornings can be the boldest act of sovereignty. If you're craving alignment, intuition-led days, and the courage to be fully seen—this one's your sign.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: freedom on your own terms, the daycare wake-up call, slow mornings without guilt, choosing your hard, healing through connection, somatic coaching 101, subconscious loops vs. conscious willpower, masculine/feminine balance, intuition as a compass, building a spacious business and life Topics Discussed    The Ferris wheel phone call that changed everything Somatic cues as "alignment alarms" in the body Rewiring the subconscious to stop survival-mode loops Healing in connection and high-touch containers Balancing masculine structure with feminine flow Choosing your hard and defining freedom for yourself   _____________________________________   Links & Resources  Alexis's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/intuitively_aligned/  The Inner Alchemy Podcast | https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-inner-alchemy-podcast/id1819327254    _____________________________________   Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie. Let's stay connected and keep this unbound energy flowing: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!   

Have you ever built a life that looked perfect on paper but didn't feel like freedom? 🙋‍♀️  In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with… well, me! Yep, your host, Carley Butler, for a heart-to-heart conversation about what freedom really means as I kick off Season 2! I share what it's been like stepping into my first full summer as a full-time entrepreneur, the lessons I learned about rest, boundaries, and redefining success, and how the 30-30-30 rule shifted everything for me. This episode is your reminder that becoming unbound isn't just about quitting your job or changing your life overnight, it's about choosing yourself, again and again, even when it's messy, scary, or uncertain.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: freedom, entrepreneurship, identity, meditation, rest, creativity, alignment, authenticity, permission, becoming unbound Topics Discussed    Redefining what freedom means beyond time and money The 30-30-30 rule for emotional balance and acceptance Learning to rest without guilt How teaching prepared me for entrepreneurship The power of presence and morning rituals Choosing yourself even when it's scary   _____________________________________   Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie. Let's stay connected and keep this unbound energy flowing: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!

What if you stopped waiting for the "perfect time"… and just freaking did it anyway? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I (Carley Butler!) close out Season One with a solo episode straight from the heart. I'm sharing what it's really been like building this podcast from a wild little dream into a fully alive, messy, magical reality. From recording in my living room studio to pulling late-night edits while launching a business—this season has been a leap of faith in every sense. And that's what this episode is all about: doing the dang thing even when you're scared, even when it's messy, and especially when you have no clue what's next. This one's for every dreamer with a fire in their belly.    Season Two? She's coming in hot—but first, some sunshine and rest 🌞   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: leap of faith, messy action, building a dream from scratch, late-night editing, unshakable self-trust, spiritual alignment, radical responsibility, embracing the unknown, podcasting as purpose, next-level expansion Topics Discussed  How to trust yourself when you don't know what you're doing Turning past careers into superpowers for what's next The magic that comes from doing the hard, scary thing Navigating messy, scrappy, beautiful growth seasons Letting God and your higher self lead the way What happens when you take radical responsibility for your life _____________________________________   Links & Resources  Book | The Obstacle is The Way by Ryan Holiday  _____________________________________   Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie. Let's stay connected and keep this unbound energy flowing: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact.   Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!

So many of us are walking around carrying unhealed trauma, stuck in patterns that keep us small — but what if there was a way out? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Sandra Cooze for a raw and deeply empowering conversation about trauma, healing, and finding your voice again. Sandra is a certified trauma healer, intuitive coach, Reiki master, and author who guides people through releasing triggers and reclaiming their power. We talk about why so many people stay stuck in "familiar hell," how to walk yourself back through fear, and why owning your story is the key to true freedom. If you've ever felt like something inside of you is quietly waiting to speak — this one's for you.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: trauma healing, self-worth, people-pleasing, energy release, reiki, intuitive coaching, limiting beliefs, voice reclamation, somatic healing, becoming unbothered Topics Discussed  How trauma silences your voice and reshapes your identity The fear of judgment and why it keeps us stuck Why owning your story is the first step to healing How suppressed trauma resurfaces during joy Combining energy work and coaching for deep transformation The true meaning of emotional freedom and self-love   _____________________________________   Links & Resources  Sandra's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sandra.cooze.author/  Sandra's Website | https://riseaboveyourstory.com/  Sandra's YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWtXKgCeXe1KSyXP7yksDow Sandra's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/riseaboveyourstory _____________________________________   Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie. Let's stay connected and keep this unbound energy flowing: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact.   Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!

What if your freedom was waiting on the other side of the relationship you're scared to leave? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Kyle Miller for a powerful conversation on healing from narcissistic abuse, reclaiming your identity, and learning how to trust yourself again. Kyle is a life coach who brings not only deep wisdom, but lived experience to the table—and wow, this one hit home. We talk about the messy middle of healing, the illusion of being the problem, how boundaries are misunderstood, and what it really feels like to experience freedom after being stuck in a controlling relationship. Whether you're walking away from something toxic or just learning to hear your own voice again, this episode is the reminder that you're not crazy—and you're definitely not alone. Tune in, take notes, and come back to yourself.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: freedom, healing from narcissistic abuse, boundaries, personal development, gaslighting, emotional awareness, toxic relationships, redefining safety, identity reclamation, self-trust Topics Discussed:    What "doing the work" actually looks like Why awareness is the foundation of healing How boundaries reflect your relationship with yourself The difference between narcissism and trauma response Creating a safe exit plan from toxic environments What real freedom feels like after leaving an abusive relationship   _____________________________________   Links & Resources  Kyle's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kylemillercoaching/  _____________________________________   Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie. Let's stay connected and keep this unbound energy flowing: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!

What if your freedom was just one conversation away? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Rachel Kalmar for a heart-centered conversation about health sovereignty, radical alignment, and navigating the messy middle of becoming your truest self. Rachel shares her journey from being medically gaslit to reclaiming her power through holistic nutrition, and later pivoting into soul-led digital marketing. We talk about the emotional toll of being the "black sheep," what it really means to honor your intuition, and how to stay grounded when your choices don't make sense to others. This episode is for every freedom-seeker who's ever felt misunderstood—you're not crazy, and you're not alone.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: freedom, health sovereignty, intuition, leaving toxic systems, digital marketing, family boundaries, nervous system safety, entrepreneurship, emotional wellness, becoming unbound Topics Discussed    The emotional cost of being misunderstood by family Moving from holistic health to aligned entrepreneurship How to set boundaries when your views clash with loved ones Using gifting as a form of gentle awakening Building a business that supports your nervous system Finding spiritual alignment in career pivots   _____________________________________   Links & Resources  Rachel's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/rachel.kalmar/  Rachel's Websites | https://www.contentbank.agency/  https://www.rachelkalmarconsulting.com/  Higher Self App | https://www.thehigherself.app/  _____________________________________   Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie. Let's stay connected and keep this unbound energy flowing: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact. Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!

What if freedom isn't something you find—but something you remember? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Justine Realized for a soul-awakening conversation about the deep, raw layers of freedom—spiritual, physical, feminine, and divine. We dive into what it means to live from your soul instead of your ego, raising sovereign children, learning to trust your body's signals, and reconnecting to a higher power. Justine shares her journey of unbinding from systems that no longer served her, including religion, education, and old patterns—all while honoring her truth and rediscovering her power as a woman, a mother, and a spiritual being. This one is WILDLY powerful and will have you questioning everything in the best way possible.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: freedom, ego vs. soul, divine feminine, spiritual sovereignty, motherhood, conscious parenting, alternative education, embodiment, nervous system awareness, dance as liberation Topics Discussed    Redefining freedom through the lens of intuition and divine will The missing feminine in organized religion How ego keeps us bound and stuck Conscious parenting and raising sovereign children Using the body as a spiritual compass Dance as a gateway to presence and liberation   _____________________________________   Links & Resources  Justine's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/justinerealized/  The Arcane Muse Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thearcanemusecollective/  The Arcane Muse YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@TheArcaneMuseCollective  _____________________________________   Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie. Let's stay connected and keep this unbound energy flowing: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2    _____________________________________   Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Let Carley Butler Media handle the behind-the-scenes magic so you can focus on showing up and sharing your voice. From editing and scheduling to strategy and promotion, I'll help you create a seamless, professional podcast that grows your audience and impact.   Visit www.carleybutlermedia.com to learn more and book your discovery call today! Let's make podcasting easy and elevated!

What if raising your standards was the key to unlocking your freedom? In this week's episode of Becoming Unbound, I sit down with Terri Boucher for a bold, fiery, and freedom-fueled conversation about dating, self-worth, and saying a big fat NO to settling. Terri is a conservative dating coach helping women lean into their femininity, own their truth, and attract the love they've been praying for. From dropping out of school to launching her own coaching biz (and tallow skincare line!), Terri shares her powerful journey of unbecoming everything she was told to be. This episode is a masterclass in finding alignment, trusting your gut, and being unapologetically YOU.   _____________________________________   Episode Highlights: freedom, dating with purpose, feminine energy, personal sovereignty, raising standards, mindset shifts, letting go of people-pleasing, alignment in relationships, speaking your truth, rebuilding self-worth Topics Discussed    Redefining dating through values-based alignment The fear of rejection and how it keeps us stuck Authenticity as a magnet for aligned relationships Terri's COVID awakening and political identity shift Why school isn't always the answer to purpose The connection between misaligned relationships and physical health   _____________________________________   Links & Resources  Terri's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/terri_boucher/  Terri's Podcast | Unhinged & Healing Podcast with Terri Boucher Fat & Sassy Tallow Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/fatandsassytallow/  Fat & Sassy Tallow Website | https://fatandsassytallow.com/  _____________________________________   Are you ready to break free and start living life on your own terms? Becoming Unbound is all about chasing freedom, smashing fears, and creating a life that feels amazing! If this episode lit a fire in you, don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your freedom-loving bestie. Let's stay connected and keep this unbound energy flowing: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/carleybutlermedia/  Join the Unbound Collective for even more freedom vibes | http://eepurl.com/iYOOx2