A Quest for Well-Being

Valeria Teles
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This is a podcast inspired by love in the quest for Well-Being. The episodes feature informative, inspirational, healing, and insightful conversations on the fields of mental, emotional, and spiritual health. This is a platform of collaboration created for the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, and insights about holistic health. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking toward a new way of living and new ways of being. Through the lens of awareness and healing, we explore such topics as trauma, addiction, co-dependency, fear, depression, anxiety, learning, and self-love, among others. The intention is to inspire healthy changes and promote awareness. I am grateful for having the opportunity to collaborate with many AMAZING human beings!!! Much appreciation for the guests and supporters of this podcast! Podcast Song "Almost August" by Dan Lebowitz http://www.lebomusic.com/

  1. Spiritual Experiences & Enlightenment: Different Kinds Of Wonderful

    6D AGO

    Spiritual Experiences & Enlightenment: Different Kinds Of Wonderful

    — Today, it is a JOY to have Dr. Elaine Aron, a distinguished author and psychologist known worldwide for her groundbreaking work on highly sensitive individuals. Dr. Aron is here to discuss her latest book, "Spirituality Through a Highly Sensitive Lens: An Objective Look at Meditation Methods and Enlightenment. "In this insightful guide, Dr. Aron provides readers with practical pathways to find peace and equanimity amidst life's chaos. Reflecting on the seeker culture of the 1960s, which sparked a quiet spiritual revolution, she explores how people have achieved profound inner calm in challenging times. Her book is the first to offer an objective overview of meditation methods and enlightenment, incorporating her personal experiences from 55 years of practice and recent brain research insights. With her signature empathy and a keen scientific perspective, Dr. Aron helps both highly sensitive individuals and the broader audience to discover the spirituality that best suits them. This episode promises to open doors to new spiritual paths, encouraging everyone to embark on their unique journey of self-discovery and transformation. Valeria interviews Dr. Elaine Aron  — She is the author of  "Spirituality Through a Highly Sensitive Lens: An Objective Look at Meditation Methods and Enlightenment." She is a clinical and research psychologist, the internationally bestselling author of The Highly Sensitive Person, in print for nearly thirty years and translated into 35 languages. In her latest book, Spirituality Through a Highly Sensitive Lens, Dr. Aron aims to helps readers better understand the various types of meditation—mindfulness, TM, Zen, and all the rest--so that they can choose for themselves. She also delves into the solid research that exists regarding enlightenment.  She does not know of any other book that does either of these!  This one does both, She is also the author of The Highly Sensitive Parent, The Highly Sensitive Person Workbook, The Highly Sensitive Person in Love, The Highly Sensitive Child, and Psychotherapy and the Highly Sensitive Person. Credited with first recognizing high sensitivity as an innate trait and pioneering the study of HSPs since 1990, she maintains a website and newsletter at HSPerson.com. Dr. Aron obtained her doctorate in clinical psychology from Pacific Graduate Institute and trained at the Jung Institute in San Francisco. She is widely published in academic journals on research regarding both sensory processing sensitivity and, along with her husband, Arthur Aron, the scientific study of close relationships. Learn more about Dr. Elaine Aron and her Spirituality Thru HS Lens!

    55 min
  2. The Avatar Within: Embodying Divine Consciousness

    6D AGO

    The Avatar Within: Embodying Divine Consciousness

    — Today, we are honored to have Darren Starwynn, a Quantum Catalyst and master healer, inspiring holistic health professionals and meditators to elevate their consciousness. In this episode, we explore key concepts such as Quantum Healing and Consciousness, the role of a Quantum Catalyst, and unlocking individual superpowers. We discuss the journey to self-discovery, embracing life's mysteries, and defining the Avatar Within. Darren shares his thoughts on confronting inner challenges, finding empowerment through vulnerability, and the soul's essential role of love. We'll also consider solutions for a troubled world and reflect on the potential for collective awakening. Darren guides us through these transformative topics, helping us understand the divine mystery of life. Valeria interviews Darren Starwynn — He is the author of  "Awakening the Avatar Within: A Roadmap to Uncover Your Superpowers, Upgrade Your Body and Uplift Humanity." Darren Starwynn is a Quantum Catalyst and master healer who activates holistic health professionals, healers and meditators to awaken their consciousness, make their most valuable contribution and thrive. He has written five groundbreaking books including bestseller Awakening the Avatar Within and has led hundreds of workshops and trainings internationally. His newest book Avatar Master Healer will be published Spring, 2026. Darren has over 30 years clinical experience in acupuncture, Chinese medicine, energy medicine and Quantum healing. Darren has mentored or inspired thousands of healthcare practitioners, business owners, healers and meditators to embody Quantum principles of healing, leadership and spirituality. He is director of Bridge to Mastery Consciousness Institute and Lightworker Ministry. Inventor of vibrational medical devices sold world-wide, he also led a medical device manufacturing and training company starting in 1990. Learn more about Darren Starwynn and his Awaneking Avatar Substack.

    56 min
  3. Emotional Resilience: Bouncing Back & Rising Higher

    6D AGO

    Emotional Resilience: Bouncing Back & Rising Higher

    —It's a joy to welcome Heather Theisen-Gandara, a transformative coach and author of "The Ultimate Glow-Up Guide for Women Over 40." Heather's journey from rural Wisconsin to international diplomacy has shaped her dynamic approach to helping women reinvent their futures. With a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and over two decades in team management with entities like the U.S. Department of State, Heather uses her strategic vision and compassionate mentorship to guide women towards empowerment. As the founder of Reignite Collective, LLC, she focuses on holistic recovery—emotional healing, wellness, and financial mastery. In this episode, we explore Heather's journey from fear to purpose, the power of self-compassion, and becoming your own midlife muse. Join us as Heather shares insights on self-care, intuition, and reclaiming personal style. Discover how life after challenges like divorce can lead to your most empowered chapter. Valeria interviews Heather Theisen-Gandara  — She is the author of  "The Ultimate Glow-Up Guide for Women Over 40: Build Confidence, Redefine your Style, and Reclaim your Spark. Heather Theisen-Gandara grew up in rural Wisconsin as the first in her family to hold a passport, sparking a lifelong journey of discovery. Traveling extensively throughout Latin America, she became fluent in Spanish and cultivated a deep appreciation for cross-cultural connections. With an ICF Coaching certification from the Center for Divorce Coaching, a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, and a Master's in Counseling, Heather has over two decades of experience in international diplomacy and large-scale team management. She has partnered with organizations like the U.S. Department of State, ExxonMobil, and Baker Hughes. Heather brings a unique mix of strategic vision, cultural insight, and compassionate mentorship to help women reinvent their futures and achieve results. She founded Reignite Collective, LLC, blending professional expertise with personal experiences.  After a 24-year marriage, she rebuilt her life, reclaiming financial independence, shedding nearly 100 pounds, and designing a life with self-care and purpose. Overcoming an abusive childhood, she now thrives and helps other women do the same.  Heather guides women through holistic recovery—emotionally healing, enhancing wellness, mastering finances, and expressing confidence through personal style. Her mission is to show women that life after divorce marks he beginning of their most empowered chapter. Learn more about Heather Theisen-Gandara!

    55 min
  4. Healing from the "Anxious Achiever" Cycle

    6D AGO

    Healing from the "Anxious Achiever" Cycle

    — Today we explore the transformative power of failure with business transformation specialist and author Matthew Egan. In his groundbreaking book, The Failure Advantage: Why Setbacks Are Your Secret Weapon for Success, Matt challenges conventional beliefs about failure. He argues that our most significant missteps are not enemies but rather powerful allies that can propel us toward success. Are you a high-achieving professional burdened by the fear of failure? You're not alone. Many of us mask our struggles with polished performances, but underneath lies burnout and doubt. Matt helps us break free from fear-based thinking and reframe our setbacks as valuable feedback. Drawing on real-world case studies, cognitive science, and his own experiences, Matt teaches us how to cultivate resilience, embrace risk-taking, and lead with authenticity. Join us as we dive into insightful discussions about how to reclaim failure as a catalyst for growth and leverage it into your unfair advantage in both your career and life. Get ready to learn how to stop playing defense and start thriving in the face of adversity. Valeria interviews Matthew Egan — He is the author of  "The Failure Advantage — an Advisor, Thinker and Writer on Leading Change. Matthew Egan has over 20 years of experience leading change at organizations, including Microsoft and PwC. Throughout his career managing teams, working with C-suite executives, and driving transformation projects, he has observed how setbacks can either limit potential or serve as powerful catalysts for growth. Matthew is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, and recipient of multiple business accolades, but it's his personal experience with anxiety and failure that shapes his approach. Having faced his own professional challenges, he's passionate about helping others transform their relationship with failure.  Originally from Australia and now based in the UK, Matthew lives with his wife and son, who continue to teach him the most valuable lessons about embracing imperfection and finding opportunity in adversity.  Learn more about Matthew Egan!

    1h 2m
  5. HEART HEALING: RESTORING WHOLENESS & FREEDOM

    MAY 2

    HEART HEALING: RESTORING WHOLENESS & FREEDOM

    — Allow yourself to grieve. Grief is a process that requires patience—with yourself, your emotions, and the journey ahead. It isn't something you can rush or resolve overnight because grief isn't about "getting over" your loss; it's about learning to live with it. It's about finding ways to incorporate the love and memories of your loved one into your life in a healthy and meaningful way. There will be moments when the waves of emotion hit unexpectedly— sometimes as a gentle ripple and other times as a crashing tide. Allow yourself to feel them. These emotions are a reflection of the depth of your love and the significance of the bond you shared. They're not something to push away or suppress but to honor as part of your healing. Be kind to yourself on this journey. Healing doesn't mean forgetting, and moving forward doesn't mean leaving your loved one behind. Instead, it's about carrying them with you differently—as part of who you are, as inspiration, and as a source of love that continues to shape your life. Valeria interviews Marcia Earhart  — She is the author of  "Gripping Grace in the Garden of Grief: A Place for the Heart." Marcia Earhart is the founder of the Sterling Rose Sanctuary, life coach, grief, brain, and trauma specialist, HeartSync minister, mediator, author and speaker.  Marcia's story is one of unimaginable loss, unshakable faith, and undeniable resilience. After enduring the deaths of two sons—one to sudden tragedy and another to murder— losing life as she knew it-she has allowed God to transform her pain into a lifeline for others. Her book, Gripping Grace in the Garden of Grief: A Place for the Heart, is a raw, powerful testament to surviving the darkest valleys and finding hope on the other side. Her determined faith, unshakable hope, and belief in the healing power of the Lord gave her the ability to fight for her family through prayer and practical decision-making. Marcia's story isn't just about survival—it's about learning how to breathe again after life knocks the wind out of you. Marcia will tell you the losses she had early on in life prepared her for the losses she has continued to experience. But instead of letting grief consume her, she learned—through the quiet strength of her parents—how to live with sorrow without being crushed by it. Today, she doesn't just carry that wisdom for herself; she offers it to others as a certified Grief, Trauma, Brain, and Mental Health Responder and Coach. She is also a Mediator, HeartSync Minister, Author, and Speaker. Her work is deeply personal. Her ministry is boots on the ground for those suffering with mental health due to trauma, loss, and grief. She works with survivors of sexual ritual abuse, addiction, those haunted by suicidal thoughts, and anyone drowning in the weight of depression or anxiety—not as a distant expert, but as someone who's felt fractures in her bones. What sets her apart isn't just her training, but her lived truth: Healing isn't about erasing pain. It's about learning how to live alongside it, tenderly and without shame. To learn more about Marcia Earhart and her work, please visit: https://www.thesterlingrosesanctuary.us/

    1h 2m
  6. PROSE-POETRY AS EMOTIONAL ARCHITECTURE: HEALING, IDENTITY, & BELONGING

    MAR 19

    PROSE-POETRY AS EMOTIONAL ARCHITECTURE: HEALING, IDENTITY, & BELONGING

    — "I want a second chance with you in a world where time is infinite boundaries will not divide religion will not win and loving you is not a sin."   For Shuchi, writing has always been a form of healing — not in the sense that it erases pain, but that it gives pain meaning. Every poem is an attempt to understand a feeling more deeply, to honor it, and to transform it into something that might help someone else feel less alone. Through her bestselling books "You Belong With Me" and "Why Did You Let Me Go?", she has explored the full spectrum of love and loss. These works emerged from personal experiences, but they belong to everyone who has ever loved deeply, lost painfully, and found the courage to begin again. Valeria interviews Shuchi Batra  — She is the author of  "You Belong With Me , A Million Times Over and Why did you let me go?." Shuchi Batra is an internationally recognized prose-poetry author known for blending narrative and micro-poetry to explore themes of identity, belonging, healing, and emotional resilience. She has written over 1,000 poems and authored the bestselling book "You Belong With Me", a prose-poetry novel that guides readers through heartbreak, self-discovery, and inner wholeness. She has authored 2 more books: "A Million Times Over" and "Why did you let me go?".  Elected Secretary of the Poetry Society of Virginia, Shuchi also serves as a literary judge and has been invited to speak and perform across literary platforms. Her work bridges cultural nuance and personal transformation, positioning poetry not as ornament, but as emotional architecture - a pathway toward integration, reflection, and healing. She was born in Delhi, India. At 17, she left home to pursue her education. She holds 3 degrees, including a CS engineering degree and 2 MBAs, and has worked in the fintech industry for over 11 years. Shuchi started writing poetry when she was just 8 years old. After losing her father at age 10, she coped with her emotions through poetry, diaries, and letters to God. She never imagined that her book- " You belong with me" that was written in the same format- in the form of diary writing will be loved by so many people across the world. She has been posting micro poems since 2021 and have 68k+ followers on Instagram and FB To learn more about Shuchi Batra and her work, please visit: https://shuchibatrapoetry.com/

    57 min
  7. Breaking Subconscious Patterns: A Path to Freedom

    MAR 19

    Breaking Subconscious Patterns: A Path to Freedom

    — In a world where our experiences can challenge our sense of self-worth, it's essential to remember that we are inherently worthy just because we exist. Join Renée, the founder of True North Coaching and a dedicated trauma-informed guide, as she explores the journey of healing and growth. Together, we'll uncover how to create space for love, compassion, and authentic connections in our lives. True healing encompasses the mind, body, spirit, and soul, allowing us to develop a deeper relationship with ourselves. As we evolve, we invite more empowering energies into our existence. Discover how protective patterns that once kept you safe can lead you to your true self. Renée draws upon her expertise in neuroscience, timeline therapy, and emotional integration to guide you in gently dissolving unconscious patterns that shape your relationships and choices. Join us as we delve into the powerful topics of subconscious patterns, the missing link in healing, and the reflections our relationships provide about our inner world. So, get ready to embark on a journey toward freedom and transformation, where healing becomes evolution and your true self awaits! Valeria interviews Renée Guay — She is the author of  "Why We Attract Narcissists: Three Steps to Freedom."  Renée Guay is the founder of True North Coaching and a trauma-informed guide in emotional integration, subconscious patterning, and inner authority. Drawing from neuroscience, timeline therapy, neurolinguistic programming, nervous-system work, and lived experience, Renée guides others to recognize and gently dissolve the unconscious patterns shaping their relationships, choices, and sense of self.  After healing from PTSD herself, Renée discovered that insight alone doesn't create lasting change, safety and integration does. Her work focuses on helping the body complete what it never had the chance to finish, allowing clarity, choice, and self-trust to return naturally.  Known for her grounded compassion, and clarity, Renée brings conversations back to what truly creates freedom: integration, not fixing. Listeners leave feeling regulated, empowered, and equipped with simple tools they can use immediately.  At the heart of her work is one guiding truth: when the nervous system feels safe, life reorganizes and freedom becomes possible. All conversations are grounded in nervous- system safety, emotional integration, and restoring choice.  To learn more about Renée Guay and her work, please visit: https://www.truenorthcoaching.org/

    56 min
  8. How to Become the Person You Want to Be & Stay That Way

    MAR 19

    How to Become the Person You Want to Be & Stay That Way

    — "Sustainable success isn't about big breakthroughs or dramatic changes—it's about the small, steady actions that keep you moving in the right direction. Daily Questions and self-reflection aren't just concepts; they're the habits that build a life of purpose, growth, and accountability. Whether you're leading a team, moving up in your career, or simply trying to be a better version of yourself, the key isn't just reaching your goals—it's keeping the momentum going. Keep measuring what matters, stay open to feedback, and surround yourself with the right people. That's permanence." — says Lisa. Valeria interviews Lisa Broderick  — She is the author of  " Permanence: Become the Person You Want to Be—and Stay That Way." Lisa Broderick is a seasoned C-suite executive, corporate board member, and nonprofit founder with three decades of leadership experience across diverse industries, blending science with personal transformation.  Lisa is also the author of the international bestseller All the Time in the World, which was translated into dozens of languages, and a frequent contributor to Psychology Today, Lisa distills human behavior, science, and systems thinking into complex organizational and behavioral insights. Her books deliver practical, results-driven strategies that empower individuals and organizations to achieve lasting success.  To learn more about Lisa Broderick and her work, please visit: http://permanencebook.com/

    50 min
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This is a podcast inspired by love in the quest for Well-Being. The episodes feature informative, inspirational, healing, and insightful conversations on the fields of mental, emotional, and spiritual health. This is a platform of collaboration created for the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, and insights about holistic health. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking toward a new way of living and new ways of being. Through the lens of awareness and healing, we explore such topics as trauma, addiction, co-dependency, fear, depression, anxiety, learning, and self-love, among others. The intention is to inspire healthy changes and promote awareness. I am grateful for having the opportunity to collaborate with many AMAZING human beings!!! Much appreciation for the guests and supporters of this podcast! Podcast Song "Almost August" by Dan Lebowitz http://www.lebomusic.com/

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  • Creator
    Valeria Teles
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.3K
  • Rating
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    © 2019 Valeria Teles All Rights Reserved
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