Keeping it Real on Purpose

Edna J. White
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Keeping It Real on Purpose is where authors, survivors, and thought leaders have real conversations about healing, identity, relationships, money, and rebuilding life after setbacks. We go beyond the story to uncover the patterns behind survival mode, break down what they mean, how they shape behavior, and what to do next. If you’re ready for honest talk, practical insight, and real transformation—this show is for you. Turning life’s pain into purpose—one real story at a time

  1. Childhood Trauma & Self-Trust: How to Feel Safe Again

    22 APR

    Childhood Trauma & Self-Trust: How to Feel Safe Again

    If you struggle with trust, relationships, or feeling safe in your own body—this conversation will change how you see yourself. In this episode of Keeping It Real on Purpose, Edna White sits down with Sally Jones, child protection advocate and founder of SQS4KIDS, to break down the truth about trauma, self-trust, and emotional safety. Sally shares how early childhood trauma impacts your nervous system, why your reactions are adaptations—not flaws—and how self-trust can be rebuilt over time. This is not about “fixing yourself.” This is about learning what safety actually feels like—and building it from within. In this episode, we cover: How childhood trauma affects trust and relationshipsWhy you don’t have trust issues—you have safety woundsThe connection between nervous system regulation and healingHow to rebuild self-trust after traumaWhy healing is about safety—not strengthIf you’ve ever felt like love had to be earned, endured, or survived—this episode is for you.

    35 min
  2. The Moment a Man Stops Hiding His Struggles — And What Faith Has to Do With It

    15 APR

    The Moment a Man Stops Hiding His Struggles — And What Faith Has to Do With It

    The Moment a Man Stops Hiding His Struggles — And What Faith Has to Do With It with Theodore Chestnutt What happens when the mask of "having it all together" finally breaks? In this transformative episode of Keeping It Real on Purpose, we sit down with Theodore Chestnutt to discuss the silent battles men face and the pivotal moment of choosing vulnerability over isolation. Theodore dives deep into the intersection of manhood and spirituality, exploring how faith provides a framework for healing rather than a reason to hide. This conversation moves past "survival thinking" to address the root of emotional suppression, offering a roadmap for men to reconcile their struggles with their strength. If you’ve been carrying the weight of expectations alone, this episode is a powerful call to step into the light of authenticity and reclaim your true identity. #MensMentalHealth #FaithAndHealing #TheodoreChestnutt #VulnerabilityIsStrength #AuthenticManhood #KeepingItRealOnPurpose #PersonalGrowth #RSScom

    27 min
  3. Are Hidden Energy Blocks Holding You Back From Your Purpose? | A Conversation on Healing and Personal Growth

    8 APR

    Are Hidden Energy Blocks Holding You Back From Your Purpose? | A Conversation on Healing and Personal Growth

    Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the "right" things—setting goals, working hard, staying disciplined—yet you still feel stuck in the same place? In this enlightening episode of Keeping It Real on Purpose, we sit down with Chris Wasko, an experienced energy healer, to pull back the curtain on the invisible barriers that keep us from our highest potential. We explore the profound connection between our energetic state and our ability to walk in our true purpose. If you’ve been feeling drained, stagnant, or disconnected from your "why," this conversation will give you the tools to identify and clear the blocks that are keeping you from the life you were meant to lead. In this episode, we explore: Identifying Energy Blocks: How to recognize the physical and emotional signs that your energy is stagnant or trapped.The Science and Soul of Healing: Bridging the gap between traditional personal growth and the subtle world of energy work.From Burnout to Alignment: Why working harder isn’t the answer when your energy is misaligned.Healing the Inner Critic: How past traumas and limiting beliefs manifest as "sludge" in your energetic field.Daily Energy Hygiene: Simple, practical rituals to keep your vibration high and your focus sharp every single day.About Chris Wasko: Chris Wasko is a dedicated energy healer and growth catalyst who helps high-achievers and seekers alike break through the invisible ceilings of their lives. By combining intuitive healing with grounded personal development, Chris helps his clients move from a state of "survival thinking" to a life of flow and clarity.

    26 min
  4. When Everything Falls Apart: Love, Loss, Judgment, and Starting Over

    1 APR

    When Everything Falls Apart: Love, Loss, Judgment, and Starting Over

    In this episode of Keeping It Real on Purpose, Edna White speaks with Helen Glanville, CEO of Second Chance SA in Australia. Helen shares a powerful story of resilience after losing her home in devastating bush fires and later facing the loss of her husband. Through grief, judgment, and rebuilding her life from the ground up, Helen discovered a deeper understanding of purpose and the courage it takes to start over. This honest conversation explores how people rebuild identity, navigate loss, and continue forward even when life falls apart. #KeepingItRealOnPurpose #StartingOver #Resilience

    35 min
  5. Mountains to Cross: on Purpose, Service, and Overcoming Life’s Challenges

    25 MAR

    Mountains to Cross: on Purpose, Service, and Overcoming Life’s Challenges

    In this episode of Keeping It Real on Purpose, Edna White speaks with Dr. Abraham George, author of Mountains to Cross: Finding Life’s Purpose in Service. Dr. George shares his powerful journey of faith, perseverance, and service, and how life’s challenges often become the very path that reveals our deeper purpose. This conversation explores how commitment to serving others can shape identity, build resilience, and create meaning even through life’s hardest moments. #PurposeDrivenLife #ServiceLeadership #PersonalGrowth #LifePurpose #LeadershipJourney

    41 min
  6. Mind vs Body Healing — Why Emotional Triggers Keep Returning

    18 MAR

    Mind vs Body Healing — Why Emotional Triggers Keep Returning

    In this episode of Keeping It Real on Purpose, Edna White talks with Mark L. Fox, creator of Resona Vibe, about why emotional triggers often return even when we think we’ve already healed. They explore the connection between the mind, body, and stored emotional stress, and how unresolved experiences can continue to affect our reactions and well-being. Mark also shares the story behind Resona Vibe, a pocket-sized wearable PEMF system designed to support everyday mind–body balance. This conversation offers a deeper look at why healing is not just mental — it’s physical and emotional too. #KeepingItRealOnPurpose#MindBodyConnection#EmotionalHealing

    44 min
  7. The YOU Project February 10, 2026 Book Launch

    11 MAR

    The YOU Project February 10, 2026 Book Launch

    On February 10, 2026, Edna White delivered a powerful live talk for the launch of The YOU Project, centered on unearthing yourself, returning to radical honesty, and reclaiming the parts of you that were buried under survival, roles, religion, and expectation. Speaking to a live audience, she challenged listeners to confront the quiet compromises they’ve made with themselves and exposed the cost of performing strength instead of living in truth. Through personal storytelling and direct coaching moments, she unpacked how losing yourself often happens slowly—while trying to be needed, approved, or chosen—and why true healing, clarity, and even wealth begin with self-honesty. The YOU Project is not about reinvention but excavation—stripping away what was added to you that was never truly you and rebuilding life from the inside out by getting back to who you were before fear shaped your identity.

    1hr 7min
  8. Healing Is Not Forgetting: Learning to Live After Loss

    5 MAR

    Healing Is Not Forgetting: Learning to Live After Loss

    Good. We’re going to structure this clean, powerful, and conversion-focused.Healing Is Not Forgetting: Learning to Live After Loss Episode 270 | Keeping It Real on Purpose Featuring Maria Belanic. Healing isn’t about erasing what happened. It’s about learning how to live without pretending it didn’t change you. In Episode 270 of Keeping It Real on Purpose, Best Selling Author, Keynote Speaker & Life Purpose Strategist Edna White sits down with Maria Belanic for a powerful and honest conversation about grief, identity, and rebuilding after loss. This episode explores: • Why healing does not mean forgetting • The emotional identity shift after loss • How grief reshapes relationships and purpose • What it really takes to move forward without numbing If you’ve ever had to rebuild your life after losing someone, something, or even a version of yourself, this conversation will meet you where you are — and challenge you to rise. Real stories. Real hurt. Real recovery. Real strength. If this episode stirred something in you, don’t just sit with it. Move. Book a Strategic Reset Session – $297 For individuals and entrepreneurs ready for clarity, alignment, and a practical action plan. Apply here: https://forms.gle/8XwUt1TjSZZsfZxJ8 90-Minute High Achiever Intensive – $497 For leaders navigating transition, growth, or reinvention. Secure your session here: https://buy.stripe.com/3cI28q9iu4E823j9rLdQQ04 Author Authority Amplifier For authors ready to increase visibility, positioning, and monetization. Enroll here: https://buy.stripe.com/cNi8wO52e7QkdM17jDdQQ01 Podcast Guest Tier 2 Visibility Package For experts ready to leverage their appearance for expanded authority. https://buy.stripe.com/5kQ3cugKWc6AdM1bzTdQQ00 Subscribe to Keeping It Real on Purpose so you never miss conversations that challenge, stretch, and strengthen you. If this episode impacted you, leave a 5-star review and share it with someone navigating their own healing journey. Your healing isn’t forgetting. It’s rising.

    37 min
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Keeping It Real on Purpose is where authors, survivors, and thought leaders have real conversations about healing, identity, relationships, money, and rebuilding life after setbacks. We go beyond the story to uncover the patterns behind survival mode, break down what they mean, how they shape behavior, and what to do next. If you’re ready for honest talk, practical insight, and real transformation—this show is for you. Turning life’s pain into purpose—one real story at a time

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  • Creator
    Edna J. White
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    281
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Edna J. White
  • Show Website
    Keeping it Real on Purpose

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