Happiness On Tap

Leann Herron

Welcome to the Happiness On Tap Podcast—your weekly source for practical tools to build resilience, reduce stress, and create lasting well-being. If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, stuck, or simply ready for more joy and fulfillment, you're in the right place. Through inspiring conversations with leading experts, coaches, authors, entrepreneurs, and everyday people with extraordinary stories, you'll discover actionable strategies for improving your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/

  1. 3h ago

    Never Give Up: Turning Setbacks Into Purpose

    What happens when your heart literally stops...and you get a second chance at life? After surviving sudden cardiac arrest, crippling disability, devastating personal loss, MRSA sepsis, career setbacks, and countless challenges, Larry Shealy discovered that life's greatest setbacks often become the foundation for our greatest purpose. Leann Herron sits down with Larry Shealy, former business executive, entrepreneur, Christian family man, author, and 4th Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, for a conversation about surviving life-altering hardship and rebuilding with intention. Larry shares how divorce, job loss, disability, sudden cardiac arrest, and MRSA sepsis reshaped his priorities and deepened his sense of purpose. This episode focuses on the lessons that come from adversity, including mindset, faith, discipline, and the power of helping others. It is especially relevant for anyone facing health issues, burnout, loss, or a season of transition. Key Topics: Larry's experience with sudden cardiac arrest and its impact on his perspectiveThe role of faith and spirituality in overcoming adversityLessons learned from sports and martial arts about focus and presenceThe importance of mental health practices like breath work and meditationHow teaching children and mentoring can create ripple effects of positivityThe significance of attitude and mindset in facing life's challengesThe value of community, purpose, and service in personal growthStrategies for shifting from victim mentality to empowerment 🕛 Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Larry Shealy's Journey of Resilience 02:23 Recognizing Patterns of Growth from Early Life Experiences 07:34 The Day of Cardiac Arrest and Its Life-Changing Impact 13:43 Shifting Perspective: From Performance to Purpose 26:23 Lessons Learned from Teaching and Mentoring Children 27:57 The Power of Faith and Spirituality in Healing 32:04 Transforming Trauma into Service and Purpose 34:57 Challenges That Tested Larry’s Resilience 40:32 The Ripple Effect of Positive Role Models 48:13 Lessons from the Mat: Focus, Discipline, and Presence 53:27 Shifting Mindset: From Why Me to Why Not Me 01:00:26 Final Words of Wisdom and Inspiration Episode Resources: About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them body, mind, and spirit. Connect with Leann: Finding Resilience with Leann Website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/ Complimentary Discovery Consultation (one-time) with me: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/coaching-services/ola/services/discovery-session-consultation About Larry Shealy: Larry Shealy is a former business executive, small business owner, survivor and speaker who has overcome divorce, job loss, and multiple life-threatening medical crises: A crippling disability, SCA-Sudden Cardiac Arrest, and Septic with MRSA. With his quiet faith, relentless optimism and determination, he helps others discover hope in the hardest chapters in their life. His message: “I have been there. time and time again, and every setback I have had has become a stepping stone to a higher purpose in life….so…no matter what the circumstance may be, put your game face on and..... NEVER, NEVER, NEVER GIVE UP! Christian family man, 4th Degree BJJ Black Belt Academy owner/instructor…who helps people rebuild identity, faith and strength, after life knocks them to their knees. Connect with Larry: Website - www.HendoBJJ.com Facebook.com/HendoBJJ Instagram- larry_shealy #resilience #personalgrowth #faith #purpose #hope #survivor #jiujitsu #mindset #transformation #mentalhealth

    Never Give Up: Turning Setbacks Into Purpose

  2. 1d ago

    When Your Life Falls Apart, It Might Be Your Greatest Breakthrough

    What if the life you’ve worked so hard to protect is the very thing keeping you stuck? Sometimes, the greatest transformation begins when everything falls apart. In a recent conversation, I spoke with Sarah Stansberry, Adult Chair Certified Life Coach, author, and creator of the Creative Destruction Framework, about her journey of creative destruction. She shared her deeply personal story of a seemingly ordinary moment that turned extraordinary—her ‘garage door moment.’ On a regular school day, she backed out of her driveway, only to find the garage door wouldn’t close. This simple malfunction triggered an emotional outburst, revealing to her that her life wasn’t quite what she wanted it to be. In that moment, she asked herself some hard questions: • Who was that woman? • Why was she feeling this way? This incident sparked an unraveling of her entire life, leading to a profound personal transformation. It made her realize that sometimes, losing what no longer fits is exactly how we find ourselves. Sarah emphasized that many women find themselves stuck in the societal expectations of being a good wife, mother, or daughter, often sidelining their own needs and desires. This conversation is for anyone moving through divorce, burnout, grief, identity shifts, or the uncomfortable feeling that they have outgrown the life they built. This episode offers practical tools for navigating change, setting boundaries, and embracing your true self. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Sarah's Personal Transformation 01:58 The Garage Door Moment: A Wake-Up Call 06:01 Unraveling Identity and Expectations 09:03 The Journey of Self-Discovery 11:49 Breaking Free from Societal Expectations 15:24 The Importance of Boundaries 18:23 Practicing Self-Assertion 29:56 Embracing Feelings as Guidance 33:28 Understanding the Adult Chair Methodology 36:43 The Importance of Safe Healing Spaces 39:01 Exploring Different Healing Modalities 44:00 The Framework of Shaking, Breaking, and Making 53:58 Redefining Success and Happiness 57:23 Finding Your Person in Times of Crisis Episode Resources: About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them body, mind, and spirit. Connect with Leann: Finding Resilience with Leann Website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/ About Sara Stansberry: Sara Stansberry didn't set out to blow up her life. It blew up on its own — in a driveway, during the school rush, with a garage door that wouldn't close and a woman inside who finally couldn't pretend everything was fine. That became the beginning of everything. Since then, Sara has rebuilt: a second marriage to her husband Walter, a blended family of six children, a coaching practice, a podcast, and a Substack community of women who are tired of performing okay. Her work sits at the intersection of emotional honesty and practical tools — not therapy, not toxic positivity, but the real conversation your best girlfriend would have with you at midnight when things fall apart. She is an Adult Chair certified life coach and creator of the Creative Destruction framework, which has guided women through the most disorienting transitions of their lives — and out the other side of them. Connect with Sara: WEBSITE: sarastansberry.com SUBSTACK: sarastansberry.substack.com BOOK: How-To Blow Up Your Life Free Gifts: The Creative Destruction Workbook: www.sarastansberry.com/creative-destruction-workbook Stepping Out of Codependency Guide: https://www.sarastansberry.com/codependency-guide #personalgrowth #transformation #resilience #mindset #selfdiscovery #lifecoach #purpose

    When Your Life Falls Apart, It Might Be Your Greatest Breakthrough

  3. 6d ago

    Soul Fusion Healing: The Energetic Mechanics for Self-Healing

    What if your emotional struggles, recurring life patterns, and inner blocks weren't random—but clues from your soul guiding you toward healing and purpose? Leann Herron speaks with Marvin Wilkerson, a spiritual astrologer, hypnotherapist, neurological programmer, and author of Soul Fusion Healing: Integrating Mind, Body and Soul, about healing recurring patterns at the level of subconscious programming, intuition, and energy. They explore how hypnosis, astrology, inner child work, and self-talk can help people shift from fear and repetition into greater alignment and purpose. This conversation is especially useful for anyone curious about spiritual growth, chronic self-talk patterns, emotional healing, and how to work with the mind, body, and soul as one connected system. Key Topics: The energetic mechanics of self-healing and energy workThe role of astrology and consciousness in healingHypnosis as a tool for reconnecting with the subconsciousVisualization techniques for inner child healing and trauma releaseThe concept of soul fragmentation and how to realignThe importance of feelings and intuition in spiritual growthLiving in the present moment and the power of being in the now Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Marvin Wilkerson and his work 01:38 Marvin shares his spiritual journey and influences 03:34 Helping others discover their authentic selves 05:37 Development of the soul fusion healing framework 06:30 The power of hypnosis and subconscious reprogramming 12:23 Using visualization to access the subconscious mind 19:04 The best thing people can do to be happy 20:48 The impact of early childhood programming 22:40 Parent-child techniques 27:27 Energetic mechanics of healing and universal consciousness 39:21 The connection between soul alignment and well-being 47:19 Practical steps for beginning your healing journey 51:33 Understanding soul fragmentation Episode Resources: About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them body, mind, and spirit. Whether supporting women through life transitions, burnout prevention and recovery, identity rediscovery, or personal growth, Leann's coaching creates a safe, supportive environment where clients can reconnect with themselves, build healthier habits, strengthen their resilience, and create a life aligned with their values and purpose. Connect with Leann: Finding Resilience with Leann Website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/ Complimentary Discovery Session: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/coaching-services/ola/services/discovery-session-consultation About Marvin Wilkerson: Marvin L. Wilkerson, a spiritual astrologer, hypnotherapist, and neurological programmer dedicated to helping people understand and heal the deeper layers of their consciousness. Over the past three decades, he’s guided clients in uncovering their karmic patterns, releasing emotional blocks, and aligning with their true spiritual essence. His work — Soul Fusion Healing — integrates astrology, psychology, and energy awareness into a practical framework for transformation. It’s based on the idea that healing begins when the soul, mind, and body are brought back into harmony. Connect with Marvin Wilkerson: Website: https://www.BLHypnosis.com Website: https://www.Astromarv.com Website: https://www.Soulfusionhealing.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvinwilkerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BetterLifeHypnosis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterlifehypnosis1/ #spirituality #spiritualgrowth #healing #soul #selfhealing #hypnosis #innerchild #trauma

    Soul Fusion Healing: The Energetic Mechanics for Self-Healing

  4. Aug 12

    Healing Starts With One Present Moment Not a Massive Overhaul

    What if healing doesn't begin with a massive lifeoverhaul—but with one intentional moment of presence? This conversation explores how presence can become a gateway to healing, especially during major life transitions like divorce, burnout, career change, grief, and empty nesting. Leann Herron is joined by embodied integration coach Natasha Ramlall, who shares how micro moments of pleasure,nervous system regulation, and self-trust can help women reconnect with themselves when old identities no longer fit. We discuss why so many high-achieving women move throughlife in survival mode, how chronic stress shows up in the body, and practical ways to slow down and create more meaning in everyday routines.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Natasha’s story of survival mode, midlife rupture, andhealing 06:34 Leann's identity shift through divorce, career change,and empty nesting 11:33 Rebalancing the masculine and feminine ways of living 13:18 Root causes, medical diagnoses, and listening to thebody 20:30 Why embodied integration sees the mind, body, ego, andspirit as connected 24:34 The journey of self-discovery 27:27 Presence as the way back to trust andself-understanding 33:27 Why slowing down is essential in a hyper-productiveculture 34:42 Reconnecting with the body 38:00 Introspection and life alignment 39:18 Micro moments of pleasure in busy lives 49:22 Creating a nourishing environment 57:30 Resources for embodied living Episode Resources: About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Holistic Life and Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them—body, mind, and spirit. Leann combines extensive professional training, evidence-based coaching principles, and lived experience into a compassionate, trauma-informed framework that empowers women to create meaningful, sustainable change. Whether supporting women through life transitions, burnout prevention and recovery, identity rediscovery, or personal growth, Leann's coaching creates a safe, supportive environment where clients can reconnect with themselves, build healthier habits, strengthen their resilience, and create a life aligned with their values and purpose. Connect with Leann: Finding Resilience with Leann Website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/ Schedule a FREE Discovery call with me: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/coaching-services/ola/services/discovery-session-consultation About Natasha: Natasha Ramlall works with high-functioning, capable women who feel the ground cracking beneath them after a difficult life transition or an awakening to a mismatched life. As an Embodied Integration Coach, she guides you back into a deeper experience of your human-ness to heal, expand and evolve from an Identity Rupture and navigate the space between who you were and who you are becoming. Natasha believes that presence isn't just a mindfulness practice, it is the portal to our healing. Through a process she calls 'Grounded Expansion,' she guides women to tend to the mind, body, ego and spirit with compassion, acceptance and self-leadership. By learning to stay fully present within the messy human experience while surrendering to a greater meaning, her clients stop shrinking into mismatched roles, gain the courage to live on their own terms, and unlock the full potential of the lives they want to create. Connect with Natasha: Website: https://www.humanistcoaching.ca/ Promo Discounted Embodied Integrated Session with Natasha https://humanistcoaching.youcanbook.me/ Free Guided Audio: https://humanistcoaching.eo.page/free-resourcing-audio #mindfulness #personalgrowth #presence #healing #presentmoment

    Healing Starts With One Present Moment Not a Massive Overhaul

  5. Aug 4

    Coming Back From the Bottom - Addiction, Relapse and Recovery

    What happens when you lose nearly everything… get sober… and still fall back into the fire? And more importantly—what does it really take to come back again? When Austin Rampt’s life seemed to spiral beyond control—relapsing after nearly a decade sober—most would think the story was over. Instead, he turned the pain into a powerful message: no matter how many times you fall, there's always a way back. In this candid episode, Austin shares his unfiltered story of addiction, devastating relapse, and the slow, honest process of reclaiming a life from the brink. His journey exposes the ugly truths many prefer to hide but reveals the profound resilience that exists in vulnerability. Austin breaks down the misconceptions about sobriety, emphasizing how disconnecting from community and honesty can reopen old wounds. Leann shares her own reflections on childhood trauma and addiction, illustrating how past experiences shape our present struggles—and most importantly, how healing is possible at any stage. We explore concrete tools for emotional recovery, like the power of naming emotions, the importance of boundaries. Perfect for anyone battling addiction, trauma, or life’s setbacks—this is a story of hope that could change your perspective on your own journey. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:58 Why Austin decided to write his memoir and the emotional benefits 04:11 Connecting with personal stories and early experiences 07:01 Misunderstandings about relapse and the ongoing nature of sobriety 10:14 The impact of childhood trauma and family dynamics 16:12 The early influences and driving forces behind Austin’s addiction 18:15 The first drink and the search for peace 28:09 The importance of authenticity and vulnerability in recovery 29:42 Tools for emotional regulation and healing 45:09 Recovery after relapse and the ongoing journey 50:53 The significance of self-love, boundaries, and environment 59:03 The power of sharing stories through podcasting Episode Resources: About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them body, mind, and spirit. Leann combines extensive professional training, evidence-based coaching principles, and lived experience into a compassionate, trauma-informed framework that empowers women to create meaningful, sustainable change. Connect with Leann: Finding Resilience with Leann Website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/ FREE 45-Minute Discovery Session Consultation: ⁠https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/coaching-services/ola/services/discovery-session-consultation About Austin Rampt: Austin Rampt is the author of One Last Hit, a raw and unflinching memoir about his decades-long battle with addiction and his remarkable journey back to himself. His story spans gang involvement, relapse after nearly a decade of sobriety, rock bottom moments most people don't survive, and the long road to recovery. Austin's mission is simple: to show others that no matter how far gone they think they are, there is always a way back. Austin is a successful entrepreneur, father of 5, and host of the One Last Hit Podcast, where he sits down with guests who have faced their own battles with addiction, trauma, and transformation. The show is built on the belief that vulnerability is strength and that every survivor has a story worth telling. With a rapidly growing audience and a community of listeners who show up to feel less alone. Austin speaks on addiction recovery, entrepreneurship, resilience, and rebuilding identity after loss. Connect with Austin: Website: https://onelasthitbook.com Instagram and Facebook: @onelasthitbook X/Twitter: @austinrampt TikTok: @onelasthitbook

    Coming Back From the Bottom - Addiction, Relapse and Recovery

  6. Jul 29

    Healing, Conscious Living, and Plant Medicine

    Discover how evidence-based practices, ancient wisdom, and guided plant medicine like psilocybin can facilitate trauma healing, foster purpose, and reconnect us with ourselves. Join us as Dr. Lida Fatemi, a hospice physician and psilocybin expert, shares her journey from burnout to becoming a leader in integrative health and legislative advocacy in New Mexico. Key Topics • Dr. Fatemi’s personal burnout experience and the transformative role of consciousness practices • The integration of traditional medicine with trauma-informed consciousness practices • How psychedelics, especially psilocybin, are reshaping treatment for trauma, depression, and end-of-life distress • The importance of physician-led, ethical, and safe psychedelic facilitation training • The 20 evidence-based conscious life practices to enhance mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing • The future of personalized, agency-centered medicine and self-care tools • Navigating cultural, systemic, and intergenerational trauma through intentional living and healing modalities Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:58 Dr. Fatemi's background and community impact 02:38 Personal journey from burnout to conscious living 06:25 The influence of cultural and personal experiences with psychedelics 08:35 The importance of self-care and nervous system regulation 15:41 We have choices, we are not stuck 17:03 Tools for resilience and self-healing 21:49 The role of agency in health and healing 26:20 Introduction to conscious life practices and their benefits 36:23 Latest research on psilocybin for trauma and mental health 40:36 Resources, training, and connecting with Dr. Fatemi Episode Resources: About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them—body, mind, and spirit. Whether supporting women through life transitions, burnout prevention and recovery, identity rediscovery, or personal growth, Leann's coaching creates a safe, supportive environment where clients can reconnect with themselves, build healthier habits, strengthen their resilience, and create a life aligned with their values and purpose. Connect with Leann: Finding Resilience with Leann Website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/ FREE 45-Minute Discovery Session Consultation: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/coaching-services/ola/services/discovery-session-consultation Relax & Unwind: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Guide (just $15) https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/digital-products/ols/products/relax-unwind-mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-guide-bonus About Dr. Lida Fatemi: Dr. Lida Fatemi, DO, MPH is a hospice and palliative care physician, best-selling author of The Conscious Physician Method: Conscious Life Practices & Psilocybin, and a legislative advisor for New Mexico's Psilocybin Medical Act. She is the founder of the Conscious Physicians Psychedelics Academy (CPPA), a pioneering training program integrating evidence-based medicine, trauma-informed care, and ancient wisdom. An award-winning clinician and national speaker, Dr. Fatemi helps healthcare leaders and physician mothers transform trauma into self-love, joy, and purpose. Her work has been featured on NBC, ABC, and the recently released documentary Journeys, on psilocybin assisted therapy. Connect with Dr. Fatemi: Website: https://cppa.care/home Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2552910 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@consciousphysician Book: https://cppa.care/book Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlidfatemi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlidafatemi #mentalhealth #personalgrowth #mindfulness #emotionalhealth #trauma

    Healing, Conscious Living, and Plant Medicine

  7. Jul 25

    Bridging the Cultural Awareness Gap

    Boosting Confidence and Connection in Multilingual Environments You can be highly accomplished, deeply confident, and still feel like you lose your voice the moment you step into a different culture or linguistic environment. So, what happens when identity and communication no longer align? In this episode, Rachel Pierre, cultural consultant and founder of Parlez!, explores how cultural awareness directly impacts confidence, presence, and effectiveness in language and business. This conversation goes beyond vocabulary, emphasizing the importance of understanding cultural nuances to truly belong and thrive across cultures. Main topics: • The disconnect between confidence and cultural awareness in professional settings • How language influences identity, perception, and belonging • Practical tips for immersing yourself in culture without relocating • Personal stories of transformation through overcoming language and cultural barriers • The critical role of empathy, respect, and curiosity in global communication • Rachel's three-stage Parlez! Method: Survival, Function, Command • Practical advice for traveling, networking, and negotiating across cultures • How to maintain identity and authenticity while adapting to new cultural contexts • The power of vulnerability, patience, and persistence in mastering a language 🕛 Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:29 Rachel’s Background and Journey from Fintech to Cultural Coaching 09:38 Defining the Cultural Awareness Gap and Why It Matters Now 15:58 How Smiling and Body Language Differ Around the World 20:46 The Effect of Unfamiliar Environments on Executive Confidence 33:55 Knowing Versus Feeling at Home 41:15 A Healthier Lifestyle Filled with Laughter, Dancing, and Singing 43:18 Overview of The Parlez! Method for Language and Cultural Mastery 49:49 Reclaiming Voice: Client Success Stories 53:27 Personal Growth: Overcoming Self-Image and Showing Authentic Confidence 1:01:47 Comparing Traditional Language Learning with Rachel’s Tailored, Immersive Approach Episode Resources: About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them—body, mind, and spirit. Leann combines extensive professional training, evidence-based coaching principles, and lived experience into a compassionate, trauma-informed framework that empowers women to create meaningful, sustainable change. Whether supporting women through life transitions, burnout prevention and recovery, identity rediscovery, or personal growth, Leann's coaching creates a safe, supportive environment where clients can reconnect with themselves, build healthier habits, strengthen their resilience, and create a life aligned with their values and purpose. Connect with Leann: Finding Resilience with Leann Website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/ FREE 45-Minute Discovery Session Consultation: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/coaching-services/ola/services/discovery-session-consultation About Rachel: Rachel Pierre is the Founder and CEO of Parlez! based in Austin, Texas. A native French speaker from Haiti, she spent over fifteen years in computer engineering and program management within FinTech before building a private executive French fluency intensive designed for leaders operating in French speaking environments. Connect with Rachel Pierre: Website: https://parlezmethod.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelpierre/ Instagram: frenchlikeanexecutive #culturalheritage #cultural #awareness #frenchlanguage #leadership #personaldevelopment #voice #mindset #confidence

    Bridging the Cultural Awareness Gap

  8. Jul 16

    The Tantric Journey: Healing, Intimacy, and Transformation

    In this episode, Freddy Zental Weaver shares his deeply personal journey of healing childhood wounds, embracing sexuality, and creating a life rooted in authenticity and connection. His storytelling illuminates how our past beliefs and protective patterns can be transformed into catalysts for growth, revealing profound insights into self-awareness, intimacy, and personal evolution. In this episode: • How childhood experiences and inherited beliefs shape our core "clay" and influence our life choices. • The concept of "clay" as the foundation of our identity, rooted in experiences from womb to tomb. • The importance of recognizing and working with old survival patterns through Tantra practices for transformation. • Freddy’s early exposure to sexuality and the pivotal role it played in his healing journey. • The power of storytelling as a means to connect and inspire others to see possibility within their own struggles. • Practical tools for mindfulness, breathing, and working with sexual energy to cultivate presence and resilience. • Understanding tantra as weaving life experiences into flow rather than solely focusing on sexuality. • The science of stress, trauma, and their impacts on health, and how working with altered states can promote healing. • The importance of being present and engaging in daily practices that foster joy, gratitude, and self-awareness. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 03:27 Freddy’s Inspiration for his Memoir 04:36 The Concept of Clay in Personal Growth 06:02 Experiences Shaping Identity and Authenticity 08:44 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Joy 15:22 Sexual Healing and Emotional Connection 17:24Overcoming Adversity and Finding Purpose 19:25 The Role of Storytelling in Healing 20:55 Integrating Life Experiences for Growth 22:04 The Importance of Vulnerability and Sharing 23:42 The Journey to Presence and Self-Care 30:53 Understanding Tantra: Beyond Sexuality 37:19 The Power of Our Thoughts 40:15 The Power of Breath and Mindfulness 45:22 Transforming Stories into Growth 49:33 Simple Practices to Help You Cultivate More Presence, Connection, and Intimacy in Everyday Life 56:32 Embracing Our Story Episode Resources: About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them—body, mind, and spirit. Leann's coaching creates a safe, supportive environment where clients can reconnect with themselves, build healthier habits, strengthen their resilience, and create a life aligned with their values and purpose. Connect with Leann: Finding Resilience with Leann Website LinkedIn About Freddy Zental: Freddy Zental Weaver has assisted thousands of couples and singles create lasting intimacy and fulfillment in their relationships through conscious breath meditation. He is featured on Showtime’s documentary series Sexual Healing and the Emmy Award-winning NBC show Starting Over, best-selling author of ‘Sexual Enlightenment’, and co-founder of TantraNova Institute in Chicago. He has coached billionaires, innovators and power couples all over the world, shared his intimacy secrets at a global YPO (Young Presidents Organization) conference in the city of love, Paris, and toured the United States with his one-man show ‘Sexual Enlightenment.’ Freddy Zental resides in Chicago with his wife and business partner. Freddy’s new book Zental: My Tantric Journey is a raw, tender, and often funny memoir of the forces that shaped him—and the path that ultimately led him to co-found TantraNova. Freddy’s Memoir - Zental: My Tantric Journey Connect with Freddy: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Sexual Enlightenment Book LinkedIn #personalgrowth #mindfulness #breathwork #spiritualgrowth #transformation #healing #meditation

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Welcome to the Happiness On Tap Podcast—your weekly source for practical tools to build resilience, reduce stress, and create lasting well-being. If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, stuck, or simply ready for more joy and fulfillment, you're in the right place. Through inspiring conversations with leading experts, coaches, authors, entrepreneurs, and everyday people with extraordinary stories, you'll discover actionable strategies for improving your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. https://findingresiliencewithleann.com/

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  • Creator
    Leann Herron
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    163
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