Open Heart Healing Podcast

Vesta Hurlbutt
  • 4.7 (15)
  • Mental Health
  • Updated Semimonthly

The Open Heart Healing Podcast is a space for mental health, self-care, self-love, inspiration, resilience, and emotional healing. Each episode is designed to support you in navigating life's inevitable ups and downs while reminding you of your true worth and inner strength. In today's fast-paced world, balancing daily responsibilities with happiness can feel overwhelming, but this podcast proves that healing, growth, and joy are possible—even during the most challenging times. Hosted by empowerment strategist and health coach Vesta Hurlbutt, the Open Heart Healing Podcast is more than just another wellness show—it's a resource for personal growth, emotional wellness, and navigating change with an open heart. Listeners will find practical tools, heartfelt inspiration, and meaningful conversations that address the full spectrum of what it means to be human: from managing stress and anxiety to finding courage, forgiveness, and freedom in the face of transitions. At the core of every episode is the belief that self-care is not selfish. In fact, self-care is the foundation for building resilience and balance. Through stories, strategies, and honest reflections, Vesta offers guidance to help you reclaim your energy, rediscover your authentic self, and cultivate a deeper sense of peace and happiness. Each conversation shines a light on the importance of self-love, mindfulness, and emotional healing, encouraging you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with your inner wisdom. Guests on the Open Heart Healing Podcast include coaches, healers, authors, and everyday people who share their journeys of resilience, recovery, and transformation. These powerful stories of breaking free from toxic relationships, overcoming self-doubt, healing emotional wounds, and finding joy again serve as reminders that you are not alone. Their insights help listeners explore how to navigate transitions, embrace new beginnings, and approach change with creativity, strength, and inspiration. But this podcast isn't just about the tough moments—it's also about celebration. Vesta highlights the beauty of starting over and the privilege of being able to begin again, again. With every fresh start, we are invited to align more closely with who we are meant to be. That sense of freedom and possibility is central to what the Open Heart Healing Podcast delivers: a reminder that resilience and balance are not just survival tools, but pathways to authentic joy. If you are searching for a mental health podcast that provides not only insight but also practical steps for self-care, emotional wellness, stress relief, and personal growth, this is the place for you. If you are looking for inspiration, motivation, and encouragement to keep going when life feels heavy, you'll feel at home here. If you're working to strengthen your resilience, practice self-love, and find balance between your responsibilities and happiness, these episodes will give you the tools to move forward. Every conversation is rooted in compassion and empowerment. Listeners are reminded that healing doesn't happen all at once—it unfolds step by step. By tuning in, you'll gain strategies for improving your mental health, tips for integrating self-care into your daily routine, and inspiration to embrace your worth and potential. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that even in uncertainty, you can navigate life with confidence, courage, and creativity. Whether you're dealing with burnout, recovering from a difficult season, learning how to release limiting beliefs, or simply seeking a little inspiration and motivation, the Open Heart Healing Podcast is here to remind you of your value. This is a community for those who believe in growth, resilience, balance, and the power of starting fresh. Life may not always be easy, but with an open heart, you can learn to navigate the journey with greater ease, compassion, and joy. 🌐 Learn more at www.openhearthealingpodcast.com 📲 Connect wit

  1. 2d ago

    92: Boundaries: The Path Back to Yourself

    Follow me on Instagram here! What if the reason you struggle to set boundaries isn't that you don't know what to say—but that you don't feel safe enough to say it? In this powerful conversation, Barb Nangle, boundaries coach, speaker, author, and host of Fragmented to Whole, shares how nearly four decades of therapy and personal development didn't uncover the real issue in her life. It was through 12-step recovery at age 52 that Barb discovered something deeper: the problem wasn't a lack of insight—it was a lack of internal safety. For Barb, learning to create healthy boundaries became a turning point. As she began understanding codependency, childhood trauma, family dysfunction, self-abandonment, and over-responsibility, she discovered that boundaries weren't about shutting people out. They were about creating enough safety within herself to honor her needs, trust her decisions, and become more emotionally available. We talk about the ways women can lose themselves in relationships by overgiving, people-pleasing, saying yes when they mean no, and constantly worrying about judgment or rejection. Barb also shares how developing internal safety transformed her relationships, her professional life, and her relationship with herself. This conversation is a reminder that boundaries aren't selfish—they are an act of self-respect and self-trust. When we stop abandoning ourselves to keep everyone else comfortable, we create space for healthier relationships, greater emotional freedom, and a more authentic life. Find more Barb here!

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  3. Aug 10

    91: Breathwork: The Power to Transform From Within

    Follow me on Instagram here. What if something as simple as your breath could help you reconnect with yourself, release what you've been carrying, and create real change? In this powerful conversation, breathwork pioneer Jon Paul Crimi shares how breathwork became a life-changing part of his own recovery and ultimately his life's work. With more than 15 years of experience, Jon Paul has helped thousands of people use breathwork as a practical tool for stress relief, emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and personal transformation. Jon Paul's journey began at rock bottom. After struggling with addiction and finding sobriety, a breathwork experience introduced him to a completely different way of healing. Inspired by what he experienced, he developed his own grounded, no-nonsense approach to breathwork—one that moves away from overly mystical language and makes the practice accessible to skeptics, leaders, and anyone looking for meaningful change. We talk about how breathwork can help calm the nervous system, reduce stress and anxiety, process difficult emotions, and reconnect us with parts of ourselves we may have disconnected from. Jon Paul also shares how his work with celebrities, athletes, executives, and everyday people has shown him that transformation isn't reserved for people who have everything figured out. This conversation is a reminder that sometimes healing doesn't begin with finding the perfect words—it begins with simply coming back to the breath. In this episode, you'll discover: What breathwork is and how it affects the nervous system How conscious breathing can help with stress and anxiety The connection between breathwork and emotional healing Jon Paul's journey from addiction and recovery to transformation How breathwork may help people process grief, trauma, and difficult emotions Why you don't have to be spiritual or "into wellness" to benefit from breathwork How reconnecting with your body can create greater clarity and self-awareness Find him here!

  4. Aug 3

    90: Midlife Vitality Series

    Follow me on Instagram here. Menopause isn't the end of your vitality—it's an invitation to redefine it. In this special five-part series, we're moving beyond symptom management and into whole-person wellness. Together, we'll explore the five essential pillars that support women through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond: Hormones, Nourishment, Strength, Restoration, and Vitality. Whether you're just beginning to notice changes in your body or you're well into your postmenopausal years, this series is designed to help you better understand what's happening, advocate for your health, and make informed choices that support your well-being. Throughout the series, I'll share evidence-based research, practical lifestyle strategies, and conversations with experts to help you navigate this season with confidence instead of confusion. My hope is that you'll come away feeling empowered, informed, and inspired to create a vibrant next chapter. In this series, we'll explore: Understanding hormonal changes and what they mean Nutrition that supports metabolism, brain health, and bones Building strength for longevity and healthy aging Restoring emotional well-being, sleep, and resilience Creating a life filled with energy, purpose, and lasting vitality This isn't about simply getting through menopause—it's about embracing the opportunity to care for yourself in a deeper, more intentional way. Because your healthiest years can still be ahead of you.

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  6. Apr 13

    88: From Trauma to Resilience: Reclaiming Your Power

    Follow me on Instagram here. In this powerful episode, writer, trauma survivor, and nonprofit founder Julie Barth shares her story of resilience through grief, caregiving, and emotional abuse. As the founder of the Colin James Barth Outreach and author of Notes from a Blackberry, Julie opens up about raising a child with a rare genetic condition, losing her first husband to cancer, and navigating the hidden realities of an emotionally abusive relationship. This conversation explores the complexities of trauma, loss, and rebuilding life as a woman carrying immense responsibility. Julie offers insight into recognizing red flags, securing safety and resources, and finding the strength to leave toxic environments. Listeners will walk away with practical tools for healing, empowerment, and reclaiming personal power—especially those navigating caregiving, grief, financial hardship, or emotional abuse. Find Julie here.

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    87: Thriving Solo: The Secret to Intentional Dating

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    86: Building a Life That Keeps Getting Better

    Follow me on Instagram here. Stanley F. Bronstein—attorney, CPA, life coach, and author—joins the conversation to share the remarkable story behind his 220-pound weight loss transformation and the mindset that helped him maintain it for nearly 17 years. Without drugs or surgery, Stanley rebuilt his life through healthy eating, daily movement, plant-based nutrition, and disciplined mindset practices. In this episode, we explore the deeper drivers of lasting lifestyle change, including willingness, belief, discipline, and commitment. Stanley also introduces The Way of Excellence, his personal development framework designed to help people align mindset, health, purpose, and long-term growth. Through his work—including the Million Pound Weight Loss Challenge—he helps others build sustainable habits, improve mental resilience, and create lives that keep getting stronger over time. More Stanley here!

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The Open Heart Healing Podcast is a space for mental health, self-care, self-love, inspiration, resilience, and emotional healing. Each episode is designed to support you in navigating life's inevitable ups and downs while reminding you of your true worth and inner strength. In today's fast-paced world, balancing daily responsibilities with happiness can feel overwhelming, but this podcast proves that healing, growth, and joy are possible—even during the most challenging times. Hosted by empowerment strategist and health coach Vesta Hurlbutt, the Open Heart Healing Podcast is more than just another wellness show—it's a resource for personal growth, emotional wellness, and navigating change with an open heart. Listeners will find practical tools, heartfelt inspiration, and meaningful conversations that address the full spectrum of what it means to be human: from managing stress and anxiety to finding courage, forgiveness, and freedom in the face of transitions. At the core of every episode is the belief that self-care is not selfish. In fact, self-care is the foundation for building resilience and balance. Through stories, strategies, and honest reflections, Vesta offers guidance to help you reclaim your energy, rediscover your authentic self, and cultivate a deeper sense of peace and happiness. Each conversation shines a light on the importance of self-love, mindfulness, and emotional healing, encouraging you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with your inner wisdom. Guests on the Open Heart Healing Podcast include coaches, healers, authors, and everyday people who share their journeys of resilience, recovery, and transformation. These powerful stories of breaking free from toxic relationships, overcoming self-doubt, healing emotional wounds, and finding joy again serve as reminders that you are not alone. Their insights help listeners explore how to navigate transitions, embrace new beginnings, and approach change with creativity, strength, and inspiration. But this podcast isn't just about the tough moments—it's also about celebration. Vesta highlights the beauty of starting over and the privilege of being able to begin again, again. With every fresh start, we are invited to align more closely with who we are meant to be. That sense of freedom and possibility is central to what the Open Heart Healing Podcast delivers: a reminder that resilience and balance are not just survival tools, but pathways to authentic joy. If you are searching for a mental health podcast that provides not only insight but also practical steps for self-care, emotional wellness, stress relief, and personal growth, this is the place for you. If you are looking for inspiration, motivation, and encouragement to keep going when life feels heavy, you'll feel at home here. If you're working to strengthen your resilience, practice self-love, and find balance between your responsibilities and happiness, these episodes will give you the tools to move forward. Every conversation is rooted in compassion and empowerment. Listeners are reminded that healing doesn't happen all at once—it unfolds step by step. By tuning in, you'll gain strategies for improving your mental health, tips for integrating self-care into your daily routine, and inspiration to embrace your worth and potential. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that even in uncertainty, you can navigate life with confidence, courage, and creativity. Whether you're dealing with burnout, recovering from a difficult season, learning how to release limiting beliefs, or simply seeking a little inspiration and motivation, the Open Heart Healing Podcast is here to remind you of your value. This is a community for those who believe in growth, resilience, balance, and the power of starting fresh. Life may not always be easy, but with an open heart, you can learn to navigate the journey with greater ease, compassion, and joy. 🌐 Learn more at www.openhearthealingpodcast.com 📲 Connect wit

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