The Soul of Connection

Tressa Yonekawa
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You can be smart, successful, and completely wrecking the relationships that matter most — and not even see it. I'm Tressa Yonekawa. Two degrees in the neuroscience of connection, thirty years proving this stuff actually changes people. Welcome to The Soul of Connection. Let's get into it.

  1. 18h ago

    People Buy You, Not Business | Episode #17 with Armando Leduc

    We are living in a trust recession. With low-hanging AI tools flooding the market, anyone can push out content—but you can't automate real human connection. In this episode, Armando Leduc drops by to break down why hiding behind your business entity is a losing strategy. He shares how he blends the core rules of improv into business to build massive ROI through collaboration, edification, and showing up as your raw, authentic self. Stop pitching your services and start showing the human behind the brand. Dive into the full episode now! #thesoulofconnection #armandoleduc #personalbranding #trustrecession

  2. Aug 14

    Self Regulation and Better Parenting | Episode #16 with Shauna Leduc

    Can changing your own internal ecosystem transform your relationship with your child?In this episode, Tressa sits down with multi-talented actor, musician, and mom Shauna Rappold Leduc to explore the messy, beautiful reality of balancing a high-powered creative life with conscious parenting.Shauna opens up about her journey from explosive family dynamics to finding true calm, sharing how mastering emotional self-regulation completely reshaped how she communicates with her seven-year-old daughter.If you are trying to juggle a chaotic schedule, set firm boundaries, or teach your kids how to stand up for themselves by modeling it first, this conversation is your roadmap."You never know what somebody else is going through. So be kind." — Shauna.Listen now on your favorite platform and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review! #soulofconnection#consciousparenting

  3. Aug 12

    What If Your Success Isn’t Making You Happy? | Episode #15 with Shawanna Vester

    Join Tressa Yonekawa on The Soul Of Connection for a powerful conversation with corporate leader, consultant, coach, and emerging podcast host Shawanna Vester. Shawanna shares candid insights on boundaries, overgiving, confidence, finding your voice, escaping survival mode, redefining success, and creating a legacy that reflects who you truly are.Connect with Shawanna VesterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawanna-vester-332aa19a/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawannacreates/reels/

  4. Aug 7

    Dance and Human Connection | Podcast #10 with Shane Leqcoq

    What happens when you step onto the dance floor and completely let go?  In this episode, professional dancer and choreographer Shane LeCocq breaks down the profound magic of partner dancing. It’s an art form built on communication, rigid professional boundaries, and deep, unforgettable human connection: something no screen or AI can ever truly replicate.   Shane shares what it really means to experience "flight" on the floor, how to navigate the intense intimacy of the craft, and why the chase for that perfect, smooth ride keeps dancers coming back forever.  If you’ve ever felt like you couldn’t dance, or if you're chasing a deeper level of focus and connection in your own life, this conversation is for you.   CONNECT WITH SHANE Website: ShallWeDanceStudios.com   Instagram/Facebook: @DivineDriver   #ballroomdance #humanconnection #shaneleacock #choreography #soulofconnection

  5. Aug 3

    Why Making More Money Won’t Fix Everything | Episode #13 with Michelle Jacobik

    Michelle Jacobik, entrepreneur, author, financial strategist, and creator of The Path to Profits, joins Tressa Yonekawa on The Soul Of Connection for a powerful conversation about money, identity, prosperity, and building a successful life without sacrificing what matters most. Michelle shares how changing the stories we carry about money can transform the way we earn, spend, build businesses, and ultimately create a life aligned with our values.Connect with Michelle JacobikFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kalinjacobik/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellejacobikLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellejacobik/Website: https://michellejacobik.com/

  6. Jul 31

    Your Best Creative Asset | Podcast #12 with Kyle Gray

    Stop outworking your problems and start owning your story. In this episode, storytelling expert Kyle Gray breaks down why most high-achievers hit a wall where effort is no longer enough. If you’ve been "over-gripping" your business and undervaluing who you are, it’s time to pivot.   Inside the episode: -The High-Achiever Trap: Why we value what we "do" over who we "are".   -The $130k Story: How one client turned a vulnerable moment into massive revenue.  -Superpower Shifts: Transforming your "curses" into your greatest business advantages.  -Human Edge vs. AI: Why your human truth is the ultimate asset in an automated world.   Learn how to stop performing and start connecting through the power of strategic storytelling.  Watch now to unlock your most valuable creative asset. Connect with Kyle:  thestoryengine.co  @heykylegray#creativestrategy #highachieverburnout #authenticstorytelling #personalbrandidentity #thesoulofconnection

  7. Jul 29

    Why You Keep Repeating the Same Emotional Patterns | Episode #11 with Katy Collins

    Katy Collins, a licensed therapist and trauma-informed practitioner based in Houston, Texas, joins Tressa Yonekawa on The Soul Of Connection for a powerful conversation about emotional triggers, childhood patterns, authenticity, communication, and the courage to sit with uncomfortable feelings. Katy shares insights from her therapeutic work, including ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and explores how learning to listen, repair conflict, and release people-pleasing patterns can create deeper connection with ourselves and others.Connect with Katy CollinsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/Website: https://sagehealinghouston.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katycollins.LCSW/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagehealinghouston/

  8. Jul 28

    Why Success Still Feels Empty | Episode #10 with Jerry Kezhaya & Dr. Laura Shwaluk

    Jerry Kezhaya and Dr. Laura Shwaluk join Tressa Yonekawa on The Soul Of Connection for a powerful conversation about the hidden stories, childhood patterns, relationships, and inner wounds that can influence our success and happiness. Drawing from decades of business experience and their own inner-healing journey, Jerry and Dr. Laura explore why having money and success isn't always enough—and what it can take to create deeper connection, purpose, and fulfillment. Connect with Jerry Kezhaya and Dr. Laura ShwalukLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-kezhaya/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-shwaluk/Website: sensinglife.us and bbmusa.com

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You can be smart, successful, and completely wrecking the relationships that matter most — and not even see it. I'm Tressa Yonekawa. Two degrees in the neuroscience of connection, thirty years proving this stuff actually changes people. Welcome to The Soul of Connection. Let's get into it.

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  • Creator
    Tressa Yonekawa
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tressa Yonekawa
  • Show Website
    The Soul of Connection