Look in Through the Glass

Look in Through the Glass
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WARNING: DARK HUMOR Our podcast is a powerful exploration of the human journey through adversity, healing, faith, resilience, and personal transformation. Hosted by a mother-daughter team, each episode creates a unique space where generations of wisdom, lived experience, and authentic conversation come together to uncover what it truly takes to overcome life's greatest challenges. At its heart, the podcast is built on the belief that people are not defined by their struggles. Whether the conversation centers on abuse recovery, mental health, faith, discipline, mindset, personal growth, or overcoming self-sabotage, the underlying message remains the same: transformation is possible. Through candid interviews and heartfelt discussions, guests share not only what they've endured but also how they found the strength to heal, grow, and create meaningful lives beyond their circumstances. The show dives deeply into the realities of trauma, recovery, and resilience, highlighting the importance of boundaries, forgiveness, self-worth, and emotional healing. It explores how faith can provide hope during life's darkest moments and how spiritual growth often emerges through hardship. At the same time, it examines the practical side of personal development, discussing discipline, habit formation, energy management, mindset shifts, and the daily choices that shape our identities and futures. Rather than focusing solely on achievement or success, the podcast centers on transformation. It asks not just what people have accomplished, but who they became through their struggles. Listeners gain insight into how ordinary individuals navigate extraordinary circumstances, finding purpose, strength, and meaning in the process. The mother-daughter dynamic adds a layer of warmth, authenticity, and connection that sets the show apart. Conversations feel less like formal interviews and more like meaningful discussions around the lessons that shape our lives. This creates an environment where guests can be vulnerable, honest, and deeply reflective, allowing listeners to connect with their stories on a personal level. Across every episode, common themes emerge: the power of resilience, the importance of self-awareness, the role of faith in healing, the necessity of personal responsibility, and the belief that growth often begins where comfort ends. The podcast acknowledges the realities of pain, loss, fear, and uncertainty while consistently pointing toward hope, empowerment, and the possibility of renewal. Ultimately, this podcast serves as both a source of inspiration and a practical guide for anyone seeking to overcome obstacles, strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, heal from past wounds, and live with greater purpose. Through stories of survival, wisdom, perseverance, and transformation, it reminds listeners that even in life's most difficult moments, there is always the potential for growth, healing, and a new beginning.

  1. 5d ago

    What happens when a life filled with trauma and addiction becomes a mission to help others heal?

    In this powerful and inspiring episode of Look in Through the Glass, Jeselle and Sharmaine sit down with Brian Gray, a recovery advocate and self-described "chaos coordinator," to explore his incredible journey from a troubled past to a life dedicated to helping others find hope, stability, and purpose. Brian opens up about his personal struggles with childhood trauma, addiction, and the challenges of breaking destructive cycles. Through perseverance, faith, and life-changing realizations, he discovered that even our darkest experiences can become the foundation for meaningful transformation. Together, they dive into the importance of love, patience, boundaries, and consistency, especially when raising children who have experienced trauma, neglect, or instability. Brian explains why children need more than discipline—they need emotional safety, trust, understanding, and adults willing to lead by example. The conversation also explores the challenges of parenting in today's world, including online addiction, emotional disconnection, and the importance of recognizing the unmet needs behind challenging behaviors. Brian shares practical insights on building trust with teenagers, managing anger and frustration, setting healthy expectations, and creating an environment where children feel safe enough to communicate openly. Throughout the episode, Brian emphasizes the power of vulnerability and honest communication. He reminds us that being a strong parent, mentor, or advocate doesn't mean having all the answers. Sometimes, it means acknowledging our own mistakes, showing compassion, and demonstrating what healthy emotional regulation looks like. Faith and spirituality also play a meaningful role in Brian's story. He reflects on moments of divine intervention, the blessings that can emerge from brokenness, and how surrendering to a greater purpose helped transform his life. This episode is a reminder that your past does not have to define your future. Healing is possible, generational cycles can be broken, and even the most chaotic beginnings can lead to a life filled with love, connection, and purpose. Whether you're a parent, someone navigating addiction recovery, a trauma survivor, or simply trying to become a healthier version of yourself, Brian's story offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and hope. Because sometimes the people who have lived through the most chaos become the ones who help others find their peace. 🎧 Tune in for an honest conversation about recovery, resilience, parenting, faith, and the transformative power of unconditional love. https://www.instagram.com/mission.gray.hope?stkn=enhrYjZnNmE3bHBh https://www.facebook.com/Grayhopeintime?rdid=Y5ytn6Rt8maAWDgd&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1J2HYp8uZQ%2F# https://briangray.author-pages.com/ https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

  2. Oct 21

    What If Lawyers Were Healers Instead of Fighters?

    What if lawyers were trained to heal conflict instead of creating more of it? In this thought-provoking episode of Look in Through the Glass, we sit down with Dave to challenge everything we think we know about the legal system. From his journey as a traditional lawyer to embracing a more compassionate, healing-centered approach, Dave shares how the practice of law can become a powerful tool for understanding, connection, and personal growth. Together, we explore the emotional trauma that can come from navigating the legal system, the pressures lawyers face, and how traditional legal practices can sometimes deepen conflict rather than resolve it. Dave introduces the concept of integrative law, where empathy, psychology, mediation, and holistic practices come together to create healthier ways of resolving disputes. We also dive into Dave's personal experiences with psilocybin, how they influenced his perspective on healing and justice, and why he believes lawyers have the potential to become healers of human conflict rather than simply advocates in a courtroom. Could conflict actually be an opportunity for healing and self-discovery? This conversation challenges us to rethink justice, accountability, and the importance of human connection. Whether you've experienced legal trauma, work in the legal profession, or simply want to understand how conflict can lead to growth, this episode offers a fresh perspective on what it truly means to find resolution. Because sometimes, real justice isn't about winning or losing. It's about healing. https://www.aspengrovelaw.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9fOVWz5EHnd-5rslxZqe3A https://www.davealbrechta.com/

  3. Oct 14

    Your Body Is Sending Warning Signs. Are You Listening?

    In this eye-opening episode of Look in Through the Glass, Sharmaine and Jeselle sit down with Dr. Adam Kleinberg to explore the connection between nutrition, inflammation, men's sexual health, and overall well-being. Dr. Kleinberg challenges common misconceptions about plant-based diets, protein consumption, and the role food plays in our health. He discusses how inflammation and poor circulation may contribute to erectile dysfunction, chronic disease, and other health concerns, while highlighting the potential benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. The conversation goes beyond nutrition, exploring the four pillars of health: fitness, diet, nervous system regulation, and mindfulness. Dr. Kleinberg also shares his perspectives on natural remedies, emotional healing, psychedelics, and the importance of making gradual, sustainable lifestyle changes. From performance anxiety and sexual wellness to redefining masculinity and taking control of your health, this episode encourages men to look beyond quick fixes and consider a more holistic approach to living healthier, happier lives. Because true health isn't just about how you look or perform—it's about how you feel, heal, and thrive from the inside out. sexualgenius.com dradamkleinberg@gmail.com

  4. Oct 7

    Beyond the Blackout: Facing Trauma, Shame & Yourself

    In this raw and vulnerable episode, Jeselle and Sharmaine open up about trauma, triggers, blackouts, and the emotional aftermath of reacting from a place of survival. Through personal stories, they explore how past experiences can shape present-day reactions—even when we don’t fully understand or remember what happened in the moment. They discuss PTSD, body memory, shame, emotional regulation, and the difficult process of taking accountability for our actions while still having compassion for the trauma behind them. The conversation highlights an important part of healing: our trauma may explain our triggers, but learning to recognize and work through those triggers is part of breaking the cycle. Jeselle and Sharmaine also explore releasing shame, processing difficult emotions, practicing forgiveness, and becoming more aware of what the body and mind are trying to communicate. Ultimately, this episode is about moving beyond survival mode, understanding yourself on a deeper level, and choosing healing even when that process is uncomfortable. https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

  5. Oct 3

    The Patterns We Learned to Survive

    In this episode of Look in Through the Glass, Lawrence opens up about his personal mental health journey and how childhood experiences, trauma, and environment can shape the way we think, feel, and behave as adults. Together, we explore the power of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and honest self-reflection. Lawrence shares how familiar patterns—even unhealthy ones involving addiction, relationships, or self-sabotage—can feel safe simply because they’re what we know. The conversation dives into learning to recognize your emotions instead of reacting to them, breaking generational patterns, setting healthy boundaries, and changing the environments and influences that keep you stuck. At the heart of the episode is a powerful reminder: healing begins with understanding yourself. Through self-love, compassion, purpose, and a willingness to look honestly at your past, you can begin breaking old cycles and creating a healthier future. https://www.instagram.com/lawrencec.empowers (99+)lawrencec.empowers (@lawrencecempowers) | TikTok https://www.lawrencecharris.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@lawrencecempowers/videos https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

  6. Sep 29

    Trauma Rock Stars w/ Tracy Smaldino: Why Survivors Are Stronger Than They Know

    In this powerful episode of Look in Through the Glass, Tracy shares her journey from childhood trauma, severe burns, and survivor’s guilt to discovering self-love, empowerment, and new approaches to healing. Tracy opens up about the experiences that shaped her life and how they eventually inspired Trauma Rock Stars—a way of reminding survivors that simply continuing to fight, heal, and grow takes incredible strength. She also discusses her experiences with MDMA-guided therapy, hypnotherapy, past-life regression, visualization, frequency work, and inner-child healing. Through exploring different approaches, Tracy began confronting deeply rooted emotions, changing the way she spoke to herself, and learning to create healthier boundaries. But healing, she explains, isn’t about finding one perfect solution. It’s about taking small steps, giving yourself compassion when setbacks happen, and discovering what genuinely helps you move forward. Tracy and the hosts also explore triggers, vulnerability, fear of judgment, energy, affirmations, and the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people. Ultimately, this conversation is about moving beyond the identity of a victim and recognizing your own strength. Tracy reminds listeners that healing doesn’t have to happen overnight. Sometimes transformation begins with one small decision: choosing to give yourself the love you’ve spent your life looking for from others. https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass https://traumarockstars.com/ https://linktr.ee/traumarockstars

  7. Sep 26

    A Parent’s Life After Suicide Loss: Grief, Love & Post-Traumatic Growth w/ Neal Tricarico

    In this deeply moving episode, Neal shares his journey after losing his son, Anthony, to suicide and how unimaginable grief transformed his understanding of mental health, love, vulnerability, and purpose.Neal opens up about Anthony’s experiences with autism, depression, and suicidal ideation while challenging common misconceptions surrounding suicide and mental health. He shares what grieving parents often need most from the people around them—including the willingness to talk about and remember the loved one they lost rather than avoiding their name. The conversation explores the role of community, faith, and spirituality in healing, as well as the difficult process of learning to sit with pain instead of running from it. Neal also discusses post-traumatic growth and how his loss inspired him to create greater awareness and support for suicide prevention and neurodiverse children. At its heart, this episode is about grief as an expression of love—and discovering that even after devastating loss, it is possible to carry that love forward with purpose, connection, and hope. https://www.facebook.com/NealTricaricoPostTraumaticGrowth https://www.instagram.com/nealtricarico/ https://www.tiktok.com/@nealtricarico https://www.endurantmovement.org/ https://nealtricarico.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nealtricarico https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

  8. Sep 22

    Healing What the Body Remembers: Nahum Vizakis

    In this deeply personal episode of Look In Through the Glass, Sharmaine opens up about her journey through trauma, addiction, domestic violence, serious health challenges, and the long process of learning to love herself again. Sharmaine shares how years of emotional and physical trauma affected both her mind and body, including her experiences with spinal problems and seizures. She discusses feeling dismissed while searching for answers and the turning point that led her to look more deeply at the connection between her emotional wounds, physical health, and recovery. The conversation explores what healing can look like beyond simply surviving. Sharmaine talks about confronting the underlying pain connected to addiction, setting boundaries, practicing self-care, using affirmations, and developing spiritual practices that have helped her reconnect with herself. She also shares her personal experiences with vibration and frequency-based therapies and why she believes they have played a role in her healing journey. The episode explores broader spiritual ideas, including collective consciousness and the “hundredth monkey” concept, while reflecting on how individual change can influence families, relationships, and communities. At the heart of the conversation is a powerful message: healing requires looking beneath the surface. Recovery is not only about changing behaviors—it can also mean confronting old wounds, recognizing destructive patterns, breaking generational cycles, and learning to treat yourself with the compassion you may have spent years giving to everyone else. Sharmaine’s story is ultimately about moving from survival toward self-acceptance. Through trauma, addiction, physical challenges, and spiritual exploration, she is learning that embracing who you truly are can become one of the most meaningful parts of healing. https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass https://www.lulu.com/shop/nahum-vizakis/the-biohackers-guide-to-spiritual-bodybuilding/paperback/product-jejrnvd.html?page=1&pageSize=4 www.optimizinghuman.com IG @Spiritual_bodybuilder Youtube Spiritual Bodybuilder

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WARNING: DARK HUMOR Our podcast is a powerful exploration of the human journey through adversity, healing, faith, resilience, and personal transformation. Hosted by a mother-daughter team, each episode creates a unique space where generations of wisdom, lived experience, and authentic conversation come together to uncover what it truly takes to overcome life's greatest challenges. At its heart, the podcast is built on the belief that people are not defined by their struggles. Whether the conversation centers on abuse recovery, mental health, faith, discipline, mindset, personal growth, or overcoming self-sabotage, the underlying message remains the same: transformation is possible. Through candid interviews and heartfelt discussions, guests share not only what they've endured but also how they found the strength to heal, grow, and create meaningful lives beyond their circumstances. The show dives deeply into the realities of trauma, recovery, and resilience, highlighting the importance of boundaries, forgiveness, self-worth, and emotional healing. It explores how faith can provide hope during life's darkest moments and how spiritual growth often emerges through hardship. At the same time, it examines the practical side of personal development, discussing discipline, habit formation, energy management, mindset shifts, and the daily choices that shape our identities and futures. Rather than focusing solely on achievement or success, the podcast centers on transformation. It asks not just what people have accomplished, but who they became through their struggles. Listeners gain insight into how ordinary individuals navigate extraordinary circumstances, finding purpose, strength, and meaning in the process. The mother-daughter dynamic adds a layer of warmth, authenticity, and connection that sets the show apart. Conversations feel less like formal interviews and more like meaningful discussions around the lessons that shape our lives. This creates an environment where guests can be vulnerable, honest, and deeply reflective, allowing listeners to connect with their stories on a personal level. Across every episode, common themes emerge: the power of resilience, the importance of self-awareness, the role of faith in healing, the necessity of personal responsibility, and the belief that growth often begins where comfort ends. The podcast acknowledges the realities of pain, loss, fear, and uncertainty while consistently pointing toward hope, empowerment, and the possibility of renewal. Ultimately, this podcast serves as both a source of inspiration and a practical guide for anyone seeking to overcome obstacles, strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, heal from past wounds, and live with greater purpose. Through stories of survival, wisdom, perseverance, and transformation, it reminds listeners that even in life's most difficult moments, there is always the potential for growth, healing, and a new beginning.

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  • Creator
    Look in Through the Glass
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    117
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Look in Through the Glass
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