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. 18h ago

    From Devastating Loss to a Reason to Keep Going: Colleen's Story

    In this deeply moving episode, hosts Jeselle and Sela sit down with Colleen for an honest conversation about grief, addiction, trauma, mental health, and what it takes to keep going when life feels unbearable. Colleen opens up about her experience with binge drinking and the deeper pain that fueled self-destructive behaviors. Her life was forever changed by the devastating loss of her husband to suicide, forcing her to navigate a kind of grief that affected every part of her emotional world. Through that darkness, she began to understand the powerful connection between unresolved trauma, addiction, grief, and mental health. Together, Jeselle, Sela, and Colleen explore why awareness matters—but also why awareness alone isn't enough. Having people who are willing to listen, creating supportive communities, reaching out during our darkest moments, and recognizing when someone may be struggling can make a life-changing difference. Colleen's story is ultimately one of resilience, connection, and finding meaning after unimaginable loss. She reminds us that healing isn't about erasing what happened or reaching some perfect finish line. It's about learning to carry our experiences differently, extending compassion to ourselves, and allowing others to walk beside us. This conversation also highlights the power of sharing the stories we may be afraid to tell. Because when one person has the courage to speak about addiction, suicide, grief, or trauma, someone listening may finally realize: They aren't the only one struggling—and asking for help can be the beginning of something different. Powerful takeaway: Even in tragedy, healing and purpose can emerge—and sometimes sharing your story becomes part of someone else's reason to keep going.

  2. 3d ago

    You Can’t Heal in the Same Place That Broke You: Returning to Vegas After Addiction & Trauma

    Vegas brought the flashbacks, the fight-or-flight, and the brutal truth: healing changes everything, including the people, places, and life you can no longer tolerate. Jeselle and Sela Sharmaine open up with raw honesty about what it felt like to return to their hometown after years of addiction recovery, trauma work, and hard-earned growth. What looked like a simple trip turned into a full-body reckoning with old memories, family dynamics, and the version of themselves they used to be. You’ll hear them unpack: why returning to Las Vegas hit so differently after sobriety and healing how the “people, places, and things” rule applies far beyond addiction the difference between being clean and still carrying an addict mindset how childhood neglect, bullying, and abuse can shape your nervous system for years why not being heard can trigger anger, shutdown, and self-abandonment how real healing means calling yourself out, protecting your peace, and learning to speak up Jeselle shares what it was like to confront old trauma, family wounds, and the overwhelming overstimulation that followed her trip. Sela Sharmaine adds the hard-won perspective of someone still learning herself, naming the shame, survival patterns, and mindset shifts that come with recovery beyond just quitting drugs. This episode is as real as it gets, moving from heavy trauma to dark humor, sisterly callouts, and the kind of honesty that only works when two people have fought their way back to each other. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your hometown, trapped by old patterns, or exhausted from carrying pain no one sees, this conversation will hit close to home. Perfect for anyone in recovery, anyone healing family trauma, and anyone who needs the reminder that you are allowed to take up space, tell the truth, and keep going. https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

    You Can’t Heal in the Same Place That Broke You: Returning to Vegas After Addiction & Trauma

  3. Aug 11

    You Don’t “Get Over” Grief: You Learn How to Carry It

    In this deeply moving episode, Jeselle and Sela sit down with Malisa Hepner for an honest conversation about grief, trauma, self-compassion, and what it truly means to heal. Malisa shares her heartbreaking journey after losing her son to a synthetic opioid overdose and the profound impact that loss had on her emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. She opens up about navigating PTSD, triggers, shame, overwhelm, and the immense weight of grief while learning how to create more peace, safety, and compassion within herself. Throughout the conversation, Malisa explores the tools that helped her move through some of her darkest moments—from recognizing and naming destructive inner voices to practicing body awareness, setting boundaries, organizing her life around peace and joy, and learning to trust herself again. She reminds us that self-worth is not something we have to earn and that nurturing ourselves through pain is not weakness—it is an essential part of healing. The conversation also dives into spirituality, family and childhood wounds, self-sabotage, stress, and the importance of allowing every emotion to exist without judgment. Malisa describes grief as a heavy backpack we may continue to carry, but one that can become lighter when we have the right tools, support, and willingness to share what we are carrying. Ultimately, this episode is a powerful reminder that healing is not a destination—it is an ongoing relationship with ourselves. Through vulnerability, self-awareness, compassion, community, and trust, even our darkest experiences can create space for deeper understanding, gratitude, and light. https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=6087062d-f577-4270-bbb1-d859ec3f39e0 https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

    You Don’t “Get Over” Grief: You Learn How to Carry It

  4. Aug 8

    She Shouldn’t Be Here: Surviving the Crash, the Abuse & Finding Her Purpose

    In this powerful and inspiring episode, hosts Jeselle and Sela sit down with Skye Bellarmine to hear her remarkable story of perseverance, survival, and transformation. From enduring a devastating car accident and severe physical injuries to navigating toxic relationships and narcissistic abuse, Skye shares how some of the most painful chapters of her life ultimately became the foundation for a new purpose. Skye opens up about the physical and emotional realities of recovery, including the importance of recognizing progress even when healing feels painfully slow. Her story is a reminder that resilience isn't always about making huge leaps forward—sometimes it's simply choosing to keep going and celebrating the small victories along the way. The conversation also explores the lasting impact of narcissistic abuse, the importance of recognizing emotional triggers, and what it takes to rebuild trust in yourself after experiencing trauma. Skye shares practical lessons that helped her heal, including setting boundaries, prioritizing rest and self-care, seeking support, and learning to "stay in your own hula hoop"—focusing on what you can control while allowing others to be responsible for their own choices. At the heart of Skye's journey is her belief in transforming pain into purpose. Through writing, coaching, and sharing her experiences, she has taken what once threatened to break her and turned it into an opportunity to help others find strength in their own stories. She discusses her Trifecta Transformation—Body, Mind, and Spirit, emphasizing that meaningful healing involves caring for every part of ourselves. Faith, compassion, perseverance, and self-empowerment weave throughout this deeply personal conversation. Skye's journey reminds us that healing doesn't happen overnight and that rest isn't failure. Even after trauma, abuse, unexpected detours, and moments when life looks nothing like we imagined, it is still possible to create a new path. Ultimately, this episode is about more than surviving adversity. It's about reclaiming your story, discovering who you are on the other side of pain, and realizing that what you've endured can become part of what empowers you to move forward. As Skye beautifully reminds us: "It's a miracle to be here." Skye Bellarmine https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

    She Shouldn’t Be Here: Surviving the Crash, the Abuse & Finding Her Purpose

  5. Aug 4

    Reclaiming Your Identity: Healing Trauma, Self-Love & Lasting Transformation with Dr. Lisha Antiqua

    In this powerful episode, hosts Jeselle and Sela welcome Dr. Lisha Antiqua for an inspiring conversation about healing from sexual abuse, reclaiming identity, and learning to trust yourself again. Dr. Lisha shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma, the significance of reclaiming her name and identity, and how those experiences led her to create Your Own University and the Amazing You Method. Together, they explore the importance of self-love, consent, body autonomy, emotional release, and nervous system healing, while offering practical tools to help survivors move beyond trauma. The conversation also dives into reclaiming intimacy, understanding the connection between trauma and sexuality, and using language, embodiment, and self-acceptance as powerful catalysts for lasting transformation. Whether you're navigating your own healing journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and actionable insights to help you reclaim your power and rewrite your story. http://www.lishaantiqua.com/ https://yourownuniversity.com/ 12lookinthru34theglass@gmail.com https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass https://littg.riverside.com/

    Reclaiming Your Identity: Healing Trauma, Self-Love & Lasting Transformation with Dr. Lisha Antiqua

  6. Aug 1

    Why Trauma Isn't Just in Your Mind

    In this episode, hosts Jeselle and Sela sit down with Jacob Modak to explore a holistic approach to trauma healing and personal transformation. Jacob explains how understanding the hierarchy of the body's physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual systems can help uncover the root causes of unresolved trauma and create lasting healing. Together, they discuss the three phases of healing—waking up, growing up, and opening up—and the importance of integrating the subconscious, physiology, intuition, and self-awareness into the recovery process. The conversation also explores breaking generational patterns, reprogramming limiting beliefs, and using the hero's journey as a roadmap for growth. Whether you're beginning your healing journey or looking to deepen your understanding of trauma recovery, this episode offers practical insights, powerful perspectives, and hope for creating a more authentic and whole life. Jacob Modak Holistic Coaching | holistic health coaching services 12lookinthru34theglass@gmail.com https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass https://littg.riverside.com/

    Why Trauma Isn't Just in Your Mind

  7. Jul 28

    Breaking Free from the Past: How Perspective Changes Everything

    In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Look In Through the Glass, hosts Jeselle and Sela sit down with Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards for an inspiring conversation about trauma, healing, vulnerability, and the transformative power of changing your perspective. Drawing from his own life experiences and years of helping others, Dr. Edwards shares how our greatest wounds can become our greatest teachers when we choose to face them with honesty and compassion. How trauma shapes our beliefs, behaviors, and relationships, often keeping us trapped in cycles of fear, avoidance, and emotional pain. Dr. Edwards explains that healing doesn't begin by asking, "Why did this happen to me?" but by shifting the questions we ask ourselves. By changing our perspective, we can uncover deeper meaning, rediscover our inner strength, and begin creating a life rooted in purpose instead of pain. Jeselle and Sela dive into the role storytelling plays in the healing process, discussing how sharing our experiences can not only free us from shame but also inspire hope in others who may be facing similar struggles. Dr. Edwards encourages listeners to embrace their stories rather than hide from them, reminding us that vulnerability is one of the greatest acts of courage and an essential step toward emotional freedom. Relationships and the importance of creating trust through honesty, emotional safety, and authentic communication. Dr. Edwards explains that intimacy is built on vulnerability, and meaningful relationships require us to show up as our true selves rather than the versions we believe others expect. He also explores how unresolved trauma can influence the way we love, give, receive, and connect with those around us. Dr. Edwards introduces his philosophy of Heartism—living from the heart with intention, compassion, and authenticity. He shares how self-care is not selfish but necessary, allowing us to care for others without losing ourselves in the process. The conversation also examines how attachment to material possessions, success, or external validation can often reflect deeper emotional wounds that deserve attention and healing. Filled with moving personal stories, practical wisdom, and heartfelt encouragement, this episode reminds listeners that healing is not a destination but a lifelong journey. Whether you're working through past trauma, rebuilding trust, strengthening relationships, or simply seeking greater emotional resilience, Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards offers valuable insights and actionable tools for embracing vulnerability, transforming pain into wisdom, and living a more authentic life. https://bit.ly/47Eepuy https://vft23.kit.com/93e1bf176c?utm_source=Look+in+Through+the+Glass%09&utm_medium=Jeselle+and+Sela&utm_campaign=Podcast+Interview-+Look+in+Through+the+Glass%09 https://vft23.com/coaching-and-counselling/?utm_source=Jeselle+and+Sela&utm_medium=Look+in+Through+the+Glass&utm_campaign=Podcast+Interview+-+Jeselle+and+Sela Discount Code: VFT23!  https://www.amazon.com/Venus-Fly-Trap-Lies-Repercussions/dp/B0FR7BYYYN https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

    Breaking Free from the Past: How Perspective Changes Everything

  8. Jul 25

    Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Finding Confidence Through Authenticity with Albert Bramante

    In this powerful episode of Look In Through the Glass, hosts Jeselle and Sela sit down with author, speaker, and mindset coach Albert Bramante for an eye-opening conversation about imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the hidden stories that shape our lives. Why do so many successful people still feel like frauds? Albert explains that imposter syndrome doesn't discriminate—it affects entrepreneurs, professionals, parents, creatives, and leaders alike. Together, they unpack how childhood experiences, trauma, generational patterns, and limiting beliefs create the internal narratives that keep us questioning our worth. Throughout the conversation, Albert shares practical tools for recognizing negative self-talk, challenging the stories we've accepted as truth, and rewriting the beliefs that no longer serve us. He explains how the language we use every day directly influences our mindset, confidence, and emotional well-being, and why learning to communicate our needs and establish healthy boundaries is essential for lasting healing. Jeselle, Sela, and Albert also explore the connection between shame, vulnerability, forgiveness, and personal growth. They discuss the freedom that comes from releasing the need to control other people's opinions and embracing uncertainty with confidence instead of fear. Whether you've struggled with perfectionism, fear of failure, people-pleasing, or constantly feeling like you're "not enough," this episode offers compassionate encouragement and practical strategies to help you reconnect with your authentic self. Albert reminds us that healing isn't about becoming someone new—it's about letting go of the stories that have kept us from recognizing who we've been all along. You'll also hear an insightful discussion about generational trauma, accountability, self-discovery, money mindset, and how sharing your personal story can inspire healing in others. Albert Bramante https://linktr.ee/lookinthrutheglass

    Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Finding Confidence Through Authenticity with Albert Bramante
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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
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Look in Through the Glass
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