The Teaching Journeys Podcast

Dave Roberts
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Dave Roberts ,MSW, LMSW is an adjunct professor of psychology child life at Utica University, an author a bereavement support specialist, and a parent who experienced the death of an adult child on March 1,2003. He was inspired to create The Teaching Journeys Podcast by two of his former Utica University students. Dave strives to have meaningful conversations with individuals , young and old, whose life journeys, life skills and challenges ,can teach us about addressing our own challenges. It is Dave's hope that the teachings from these conversations live on in future generations. Weekly episodes have featured guests from all walks of life, with diverse experiences and life skills to share . Dave hopes that his guests ‘experiences resonate with all who listen, both young and old. We are all students and teachers...... let's learn from each other. To find out more about Dave, go to davidrobertsmsw.com

  1. The Spring Equinox Guide: Daily Practices For Consciousness Shift

    7H AGO

    The Spring Equinox Guide: Daily Practices For Consciousness Shift

    Host Dave Roberts welcomes return guest Sheila B. Tillich, a recovery meta physician and spiritual practitioner, for an organic conversation focused on the Spring 2026 equinox and a shift from old “duality” programming and fear into unity, community, and co-creation. Tillich says current changes are prophesized and also tied to scientific and astrological factors such as Earth’s electromagnetic field, solar flares, and planetary alignment, which she describes as affecting human physiology and consciousness. She suggests practical ways to align with the season’s “new beginnings,” including gratitude on waking, affirmations, grounding with bare feet on Earth, breathwork, limiting mainstream media, surrounding oneself with positive people, and “SIP” (sit in presence/prayer) to reflect, ask questions, and listen. They discuss compassion, anonymous giving, and using everyday interactions to project love and influence collective energy. Sheila's Bio and Contact Information Rev. Sheila B. Tillich has been openly and deeply committed to a spiritual path since 1985. As a Recovery Metaphysician, Sheila guides individuals in awakening to and aligning with their true self, empowering them to live the purposeful life they were divinely created for. Her healing practice facilitates a profound electromagnetic shift within the body, supporting transformation on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. As a Metaphysical Minister, Healer, and Galactic Grandmother, Sheila’s mission is to hold a sacred field of God-Consciousness Energy that nurtures healing and remembrance. Within this space, she works to gently merge the human energy field with the Consciousness of God—restoring harmony, clarity, and divine alignment. In February 2020, Sheila was called by the Galactic Star Mothers to transmit messages of unconditional love, guidance, and remembrance to those seeking answers. In her role as Galactic Grandmother, she supports emotional healing and offers soul-level solutions that help individuals step fully into their Divine Purpose, drawing nourishment from Mother Earth’s energy and the wisdom of their Galactic Lineage. Sheila is a Universal Master Healer, skilled in a wide range of healing modalities, as a practitioner and Master Teacher/Trainer, including Integrated Energy Therapy® (IET®), Unity Field Healing (UFH), HeartMath®, USUI Reiki, and Spiritual Counseling. She is also a Certified Hospice and Palliative Caregiver, an Ordained Metaphysical Minister, and an Experienced Metaphysical Practitioner, bringing compassion, integrity, and deep spiritual wisdom to all whom she serves. 🔗 Connect with Rev. Sheila B. Tillich: Visit her website https://sheilatillich.com/ to book a free clarity call or explore her mentoring programs. To connect with Dave , go to davidrobertsmsw.com

    53 min
  2. Change Your Energy, Change Your Life: Energy Strategies with Dr. Cornelia Kawann

    2D AGO

    Change Your Energy, Change Your Life: Energy Strategies with Dr. Cornelia Kawann

    Host Dave Roberts welcomes Dr. Cornelia Kawann, an executive at the Swiss electricity regulator, founder of Energy on, and author of "Change Your Energy, Change Your Life," to discuss how her early fascination with electricity led to electrical engineering and later a shift from Newtonian science to personal energy work after illness and burnout in the male-dominated energy industry. Kawann explains parallels between electrical and human energy, including cell voltage, nervous-system currents, and electromagnetic fields, and outlines her client approach across physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual layers. She describes an “energy survival kit” focused on awareness, cleaning energy, quick recharging practices, and setting energetic boundaries. The conversation covers emotions and thoughts as frequencies, sustainable frequency change beyond mindset work or meditation, “energy as a leadership skill” tied to authenticity and safe workplaces, and her key takeaway: personal energy is a valuable currency to spend wisely. Dr. Kawann's Bio and Contact Information Dr. Cornelia Kawann is an executive in the Swiss electricity regulator and the founder of energy-on! During her corporate career, she was working at the Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory and has held various management positions in several energy companies in Europe, all the while founding two start-ups. She stems from an Austrian family of entrepreneurs, which is why building companies and problem solving is in her DNA. As a Personal Energy Strategist, Cornelia empowers ambitious entrepreneurs and businesses to reach their goals through energy management and energetic business strategies. She explains to her clients the world of quantum physics and shows them how to manage their energy to reaching their goals and to transform not only their lives but their businesses. As a public speaker and author of “Change Your Energy – Change Your Life”, Cornelia’s mission is to make the simplicity and magic of Personal Energy Management popular. https://www.corneliakawann.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cornelia-energy-on/ Check out my book “Change Your Energy – Change Your Life” US: https://amzn.to/4ruhfub Get my complementary e-book: The 3-min Personal Energy Reset and discover 4 powerful Energy Rituals for immediate stress relief https://www.corneliakawann.com/e-book/ Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/cornelia.kawann.37/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cornelia_energy_on/ Website https://www.corneliakawann.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/cornelia-energy-on/ To connect with Dave go to davidrobertsmsw.com

    43 min
  3. Don't Walk Away: Finding Joy as an Alzheimer's Care Partner

    4D AGO

    Don't Walk Away: Finding Joy as an Alzheimer's Care Partner

    Host Dave Roberts interviews Marilyn Raichle, author of “Don’t Walk Away: A Care Partner’s Journey,” who grew up in a family that viewed Alzheimer’s as worse than death and was taught to “walk away.” After earning an MPA from Harvard, she became caregiver for parents developing dementia, initially reluctant but later finding joy and meaning by focusing on her mother Jean’s enduring personhood and living in the moment. Jean developed an unexpected passion for painting in memory care, inspiring Raichle to found The Art of Alzheimer’s in 2010 to showcase creativity in dementia and reduce fear through art. Raichle discusses shifting from “caregiver” to “care partner,” the importance of community, and moments of humor and connection. She now leads Maude’s Awards for Innovation in Alzheimer’s Care, distributing $100,000 annually and sharing a free handbook of innovations. Marilyn’s Bio and Contact Information Marilyn Raichle, author of Don’t Walk Away, grew up in the shadow of Alzheimer’s. Nearly everyone in her father’s family and many in her mother’s developed the disease. Her mother Jean told her, “When we get Alzheimer’s, walk away. There is nothing you can do, so live your life and don’t sacrifice it for us.” Instead, Raichle became transformed, embracing the value and joy of people who are living with, not suffering from, dementia. Marilyn Raichle began her career in the performing arts. She founded the Seattle International Children’s Festival, introducing children to world culture through the performing arts. In 2007, she received a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. Upon returning to Seattle, her career was upended when she became the family caregiver for her parents, both of whom were developing dementia. It was a rocky journey, at first reluctant and ultimately joyous. In 2010, inspired by her mother’s newfound artistic ability, she founded The Art of Alzheimer’s, celebrating the creativity of people living with dementia and the power of the creative arts to enrich and empower their lives. She is now the Executive Director of Maude’s Awards for Innovation in Alzheimer’s Care. https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynraichle/ www.facebook.com/marilyn.raichle instagram.com/raichlem/ Dontwalkaway.net/

    53 min
  4. Healing Trauma Through Biodynamic Breathwork: April Wyett on Body Based Recovery

    6D AGO

    Healing Trauma Through Biodynamic Breathwork: April Wyett on Body Based Recovery

    Host Dave Roberts interviews somatic performance coach April Wyett, founder of Living With Intention. April describes a traumatic car accident at age nine that led to parentification, hypervigilance, people-pleasing, and later relationship patterns, and explains how meditation, reiki, and biodynamic breathwork helped her recognize and release embodied trauma. She outlines biodynamic breathwork and trauma release system components—breath, movement, emotion, touch, and integration—emphasizing trauma stored in the body and fascia, the need for extensive practitioner training, and contraindications. April shares her work creating guided meditations, supporting clients with multiple modalities, and hosting Living With Intention Live. She discusses the Hounds of Business community and a restorative Bali retreat (Oct 10–17) focused on breathwork, meditation, and cultural excursions, urging listeners to pause, breathe, and set intentions daily. April's Bio and Contact Information April Wyett is a Somatic Performance Coach and the founder of Living With Intention. She supports professionals and leaders in reconnecting with their bodies and restoring their nervous system so they can move through life with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose. With more than 15 years in holistic wellness, April integrates emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and the BioDynamic Breathwork and Trauma Release System® (BBTRS®) to help people release stored tension and rediscover the wisdom of their own body. Her work focuses on helping individuals remember who they are beneath stress, expectations, and the constant noise of modern life. April is also the host of Living With Intention LIVE, where she brings together wellness practitioners, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs to explore self-awareness, leadership, and the human experience. These gatherings create space for meaningful dialogue and practical insights that support people in both their personal and professional lives. She also leads restorative retreats around the world, creating immersive environments where people feel safe, seen, and supported as they reconnect with themselves and one another. April believes that when people experience this kind of inner reset, it naturally creates ripples of change that extend into families, communities, and the wider world. Her mission is simple and powerful: helping people reset their nervous system so they can live and lead with clarity, confidence, and intention. Links: http://www.livingwithintention.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilwyett/ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithintention.co/ https://www.youtube.com/@livingwithintention.aprilwyett Ti connect with Dave , go to davidrobertsmsw.com

    59 min
  5. Healing Through Wonder: How Awe & Nature Transform Trauma and Grief

    APR 30

    Healing Through Wonder: How Awe & Nature Transform Trauma and Grief

    Host Dave Roberts introduces the Teaching Journeys podcast and interviews rehabilitation consultant and author Val Walker about her book “Healing Through Wonder: How Awe Restores Us After Trauma and Loss.” Walker describes a lifelong sense of wonder and how neuroscience and positive psychology research validate awe as a healing, resilience-building trait. She outlines the Awe Experience Scale criteria, including vastness, altered time, physical sensations, oneness, inexplicability, and the “small self,” and emphasizes cultivating everyday awe and sharing awe stories for lasting benefits. Walker recounts a pivotal late-1970s moment when a great blue heron interrupted a suicide attempt after domestic violence and grief, inspiring lifelong heron symbolism. She summarizes four profiles in her book involving awe turning points. Walker also discusses her Healing Through Wonder YouTube storytelling channel and provides websites for contact and resources. Val’s Bio and Contact Information Val Walker is a rehabilitation consultant and blogger for Psychology Today and the Health Story Collaborative. She is the author of The Art of Comforting, a Nautilus Book Award Gold Winner, and 400 Friends and No One to Call. With a Master of Science degree in rehabilitation counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University, she has led support groups and workshops for twenty-five years for people living with illness, disability, grief, and trauma. She lives in Boston and speaks throughout New England at human services agencies, medical centers, hospices, and universities. Social Media Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/val-walker-11628b21/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579292450531# X: https://x.com/ValWalkerAuthor YouTube Healing Through Wonder Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WonderforLiving Author website: https://valwalkerauthor.com Healing Through Wonder website: https://healingthroughwonder.com To connect with Dave, go to davidrobsertsmsw.com

    51 min
  6. From CEO to Coach: Becca Pearce's Journey Through Job Loss, Brain Tumor, and Finding Purpose

    APR 28

    From CEO to Coach: Becca Pearce's Journey Through Job Loss, Brain Tumor, and Finding Purpose

    Host Dave Roberts introduces the Teaching Journeys podcast and interviews Becca Pearce, a former Maryland state exchange CEO appointed in 2011 to implement the Affordable Care Act. Becca describes building the agency from nothing, enrolling 300,000 previously uninsured people, then losing her job publicly after an IT system failure, which shattered her identity. Fourteen months later she learned she had a ping-pong-ball-sized brain tumor, underwent a 12-hour surgery, and faced major recovery, which deepened her understanding of vulnerability and prompted her to reassess success and balance. She discusses her book, You Don’t Have to Achieve to be Loved, and explains her coaching approach, emphasizing that time is life’s key nonrenewable resource. Becca's Bio and Contact Information Becca Pearce understands firsthand how hard change can be Two life-altering events forced her to realize that what she once wanted no longer felt right. The resulting journey reshaped her path, upending everything she had believed about success and happiness. Over the last twelve years, Becca has learned the value of vulnerability, the importance of optimism and the imperative to find the life you want to live now because we're never promised tomorrow. A former CEO and state official, she is now the president of Extend Coaching & Consulting, a firm dedicated to helping people find the courage to live the life they've been dreaming of. Connect with Becca: Website: morebeccaopearce.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccapearce/ To connect with Dave, go to davidrobertsmsw.com

    37 min
  7. 35 Years Sober: Steve Moore on Addiction Recovery and Healing Childhood Trauma

    APR 26

    35 Years Sober: Steve Moore on Addiction Recovery and Healing Childhood Trauma

    Host Dave Roberts interviews Steve Moore, an award-winning author and licensed clinical professional counselor with 25+ years of experience and 35 years of continuous sobriety. Moore shares his early life in a German orphanage, adoption, abandonment into foster care and a psychiatric hospital, and an abusive childhood followed by life with an alcoholic, PTSD-affected adoptive father. He describes his progression into heavy drinking, Air Force service, and entering treatment on October 10, 1990 after a doctor warned of severe liver damage. Moore discusses his work through moresobriety.com helping people heal emotional wounds, shame, grief, trauma, and core beliefs, reframing relapse as a learning opportunity, and using tools like gratitude lists and the “stop sign” method. He also uses songwriting/poetry for healing, highlights fellowship’s role, reflects on nearly relapsing after his wife’s death in 2024, and explains his book “34 Years Sober” on sustaining long-term recovery. Bio and Contact Information Steve Moore is an award-winning author, licensed clinical professional counselor, and Master Addictions Counselor with over 25 years of clinical experience and more than 35 years of continuous sobriety. Steve is the founder of mooresobriety.com where he helps individuals heal emotional wounds, reduce shame, and build lasting recovery grounded in self-awareness, compassion, and personal responsibility. He is the author of four books exploring grief, addiction, shame, and family systems, and his work is shaped by both clinical practice and lived experience. At the core of his philosophy is a powerful belief: you can’t go home, until you’ve gone home—a reminder that unresolved childhood experiences often influence adult relationships, self-worth, and coping behaviors. In addition to his clinical work, Steve is also a songwriter who uses poetry and music as tools for healing childhood trauma, and he teaches clients how to access creativity as a pathway to emotional recovery. His songs can be found on his You Tube Channel “Songs and Melodies Productions”. A veteran-informed speaker and educator, Steve blends psychology, whole-health recovery principles, and personal narrative to foster clarity, resilience, and sustainable personal growth. . Website: https://www.mooresobriety.com Email: serenity_counseling_services@outlook.com LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-a-moore-lcpc-ncc-mac-506a6034 Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578391686586 Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/samwv_u1982/

    54 min
  8. Living Undeterred: How Plant-Based Medicine and Purpose Helped One Man Survive Devastating Loss

    APR 24

    Living Undeterred: How Plant-Based Medicine and Purpose Helped One Man Survive Devastating Loss

    Host Dave Roberts interviews Jeff Johnston, founder and CEO of Brighton, a mental wellness app combining health, wealth, and purpose with evidence-based AI support. Johnston recounts losing his 23-year-old son Seth to fentanyl poisoning on Oct. 4, 2016, and later his wife Prudence to alcoholism in 2021, describing ensuing alcoholism, grief, suicidal ideation, and a shift from status- and money-driven living toward seeking peace, joy, empathy, and resilience. He discusses reframing pain and suffering, stigma around men crying, and how guided plant-based medicine experiences (psilocybin and ketamine) helped him. Johnston outlines his advocacy work (Living Undeterred project, podcast, 2022 nationwide tour) and explains Brighton’s AI-driven journaling, pattern recognition, and personalized prompts, plus his book This One’s For You written partly for Seth’s daughter Brighton. Bio and Contact Information Jeff Johnston is the Founder and CEO of Brightn, a comprehensive mental wellness app that brings together health, wealth, and purpose through evidence-based AI support. His life was forever changed on October 4, 2016, when his oldest son, Seth, died from fentanyl poisoning at age 23. Formerly a successful entrepreneur and financial advisor in Iowa, Jeff stepped away from his career to become a vocal advocate for substance use awareness and mental health. He began speaking in schools, joined the board of a local treatment facility, and launched the Living Undeterred Project in 2020 to confront stigma around addiction. That same year, he authored This One’s For You and launched the Living Undeterred Podcast. In 2021, Jeff lost his wife, Prudence, to alcoholism. Driven to create meaningful change, he completed a 95-day nationwide tour in 2022 and is now building Brightn to help others live with greater resilience and purpose. Website: www.brightn.app Twitter: https://twitter.com/undeterreddad Facebook: https://facebook.com/brightnapp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brightnapp/ Podcast: https://linktr.ee/LivingUndeterred LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-a-johnston/ Book: www.thisonesforyoubook.com Email: jeff@brightonapp.com Phone: (319) 899-3400 To find out more about Dave , go to davidrobertsmsw.com

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Dave Roberts ,MSW, LMSW is an adjunct professor of psychology child life at Utica University, an author a bereavement support specialist, and a parent who experienced the death of an adult child on March 1,2003. He was inspired to create The Teaching Journeys Podcast by two of his former Utica University students. Dave strives to have meaningful conversations with individuals , young and old, whose life journeys, life skills and challenges ,can teach us about addressing our own challenges. It is Dave's hope that the teachings from these conversations live on in future generations. Weekly episodes have featured guests from all walks of life, with diverse experiences and life skills to share . Dave hopes that his guests ‘experiences resonate with all who listen, both young and old. We are all students and teachers...... let's learn from each other. To find out more about Dave, go to davidrobertsmsw.com

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  • Creator
    Dave Roberts
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    253
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © The Teaching Journeys Podcast 2023
  • Show Website
    The Teaching Journeys Podcast

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