The Live Free Podcast - Life Beyond Survival

Christine Elliott
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  • Mental Health
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Welcome to the Live Free Wellness Podcast with Christine Elliott—Registered Professional Counsellor, two-time cancer survivor, motivational speaker, and #1 best-selling author of Unbroken. Through honest conversations, practical tools, and inspiring guest stories, we explore resilience, healing, personal growth, and navigating life's turning points. Whether you're facing illness, grief, burnout, motherhood, or major life change, you'll find hope, perspective, and support for the journey ahead. Your next chapter is still being written.

  1. Oct 9

    What If Healing Was Just One Breath Away? w/ Jessica Dibb

    What if one of the most powerful tools for healing wasn't something you had to buy, learn, or search for—but something you've carried with you your entire life? In this deeply inspiring conversation, I sit down with Jessica Dibb, breathwork educator, author, and founder of Inspiration Consciousness School, to explore how conscious breathing can help us find calm in chaos, healing in difficult seasons, and connection when we feel disconnected from ourselves. Jessica shares her own journey through a decade-long battle with Lyme disease and other serious health challenges, and how breathwork became a lifeline during some of her darkest moments. What began as a practice became a pathway to greater resilience, healing, peace, and trust in her body. Together, we explore the science behind breathwork, its profound impact on the nervous system, and why conscious breathing has the power to shift us out of survival mode and into a state of greater presence and possibility. This conversation isn't just about breathing. It's about remembering that healing doesn't always happen through dramatic breakthroughs. Sometimes it begins with a single conscious breath. In this episode, we explore: How breathwork affects the brain, body, and nervous systemWhy conscious breathing can be a powerful tool for healing and emotional regulationJessica's personal journey through Lyme disease and recoveryThe connection between breath, resilience, and trauma healingHow breathwork helps us move from survival mode into greater presenceThe role of breath in cultivating inner peace, connection, and self-awarenessWhy healing doesn't have to be complicated to be transformativeAbout Jessica Dibb Jessica Dibb is the author of Breathwork and Psychotherapy: Clinical Applications for Healing and Transformation. Her work integrates conscious breathing with psychology, neuroscience, consciousness studies, and spiritual development to support healing and wholeness. As founder and director of Inspiration Consciousness School and founding co-director of the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance, Jessica has dedicated her career to helping people access deeper levels of healing, presence, wisdom, and connection through the transformative power of breath. Connect With Jessica: Inspiration Consciousness School WebsiteInstagram – Inspiration Consciousness SchoolFacebook – Inspiration CommunityLinkedIn – Jessica Dibb About Her Book: Breathwork and Psychotherapy: Clinical Applications for Healing and Transformation North America (20% discount with code DIBB20):Order the Book (US/Canada)UK, Ireland, Europe, Middle East, India, Pakistan & South Africa (use code WN286):Order the Book (International) Connect With Live Free Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lvfree⁠⁠

  2. Sep 10

    Diagnosis Isn’t the End of Joy w/ Dr. Amy Behimer

    What if a diagnosis wasn’t the end of the life you imagined—but the beginning of a different, deeply meaningful version of it? In this empowering and hope-filled episode, I sit down with Dr. Amy Behimer—pharmacist, board-certified health and wellness coach, and host of the Autoimmune Health Secrets podcast—to talk about what happens after an autoimmune diagnosis and how to move from fear and overwhelm toward healing, ownership, and joy. Living with multiple sclerosis herself, Dr. Amy brings both personal experience and professional expertise to this conversation. We explore the mindset shifts that can transform the way you experience illness, why creating health matters just as much as managing symptoms, and how simple, sustainable habits can help you feel more in control of your body and your life. Together, we dive into the emotional impact of diagnosis, the importance of understanding your body, and practical ways to support your health without chasing perfection. Whether you’re navigating a diagnosis, supporting someone who is, or simply trying to feel better in your body, this conversation offers both hope and practical tools for moving forward. How to emotionally navigate an autoimmune diagnosisThe mindset shift from “Why me?” to “What can I do now?”Why diagnosis doesn’t have to define your future or joyThe six key health foundations that support healing and well-beingHow food, movement, rest, and relationships impact healthThe difference between managing disease and creating healthWhy small, repeatable habits matter more than perfection Connect With Dr. Amy Take The Quiz! - www.amybehimercoaching.com/quiz Check Out The Podcast:  Autoimmune Health Secrets PodcastIG: @amybehimercoaching Connect With Live Free Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lvfree⁠⁠

  3. Aug 14

    Forgiveness Is Freedom for You w/ Kevin Hughes

    What does forgiveness really mean when the person who hurt you caused deep and lasting pain? In this powerful and deeply moving episode, I sit down with Kevin Hughes—Amazon bestselling author, mental health advocate, veteran, and speaker—to explore his remarkable story of surviving childhood abuse, healing from trauma, and ultimately discovering that forgiveness is not about excusing what happened—it’s about freeing yourself. Kevin opens up about growing up in poverty and abuse, dissociating for decades due to the impact of being raised by a sociopathic mother, and the long road toward healing and reclaiming his life. Through profound personal reflection, faith, resilience, and inner work, Kevin shares how he moved from surviving to thriving. Together, we explore the complicated emotions surrounding forgiveness, what healing actually looks like after deep emotional wounds, and why freedom often begins when we stop allowing our pain to define us. This episode is honest, hopeful, and deeply validating for anyone navigating difficult family dynamics, unresolved hurt, or the complicated journey of healing from the past. Kevin’s experience growing up with abuse and emotional traumaWhat dissociation can look like and how trauma impacts identityThe complicated relationship between healing and forgivenessWhy forgiveness is about your freedom—not excusing harmful behaviorBreaking cycles of pain and reclaiming your life storyConnect With Kevin Kevin Hughes WebsiteInstagram @kevinhughes_booksFacebook – Sociomom BookLinkedIn – Kevin Hughes Connect With Live Free Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lvfree⁠⁠

  4. Jul 10

    Breakup with Burnout w/ Elisha Meek

    What if burnout isn’t a sign that you need to quit what egnal that something deeper needs your attention? In this empowering and practical conversation, I sit down with Elisha Meek—author, speaker, burnout coach, and corporate professional—to talk about what burnout really looks like and how to break free from it without walking away from your paycheck. After navigating her own experience with burnout, Elisha turned her struggle into a mission to help busy women reclaim their identity, joy, and purpose while still managing the demands of everyday life. We explore the myth that escaping burnout requires a dramatic life overhaul and instead discuss how small, intentional shifts can create meaningful change. Together, we dive into the importance of joy, mindset, and rediscovering the parts of yourself that may have been buried beneath responsibilities, stress, and overwhelm. Elisha shares practical tools to help listeners refill their cup, reconnect with themselves, and stop waiting for life to feel better someday. If you’ve been feeling exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or wondering if this constant overwhelm is just “normal,” this episode is a reminder that burnout doesn’t have to be your forever. What burnout really looks like (and why it’s not just about work)Why quitting your job isn’t always the answer to feeling stuckThe brain-body-soul approach to reclaiming your energy and joyHow small daily habits can create big shifts in well-beingRediscovering purpose, identity, and fulfillment outside of productivityThe power of gratitude, mindset shifts, and intentional focusHow to identify what genuinely brings you joy—without shameConnect With Elisha Elisha Meek WebsiteInstagram @elisha.meekLinkedIn – Elisha Meek Email: meek@elishameek.com Connect With Live Free Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lvfree⁠⁠

  5. Jun 12

    It All Begins With You w/ Lisa Taylor

    What happens when life unravels faster than you can hold it together? In this deeply honest and expansive conversation, I sit down with Lisa Taylor to explore her journey through unexpected motherhood, divorce, and personal upheaval—and how those experiences became the doorway to profound healing and self-discovery. Lisa shares how she moved from simply surviving to truly reconnecting with herself, blending spiritual practices with grounded, everyday tools. We talk about what it really means to slow down (especially when life feels chaotic), how to access your inner wisdom, and why true healing doesn’t come from fixing your external world—but from turning inward. This episode is both comforting and activating. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from yourself or unsure how to move forward after a life shift, this conversation offers a powerful reminder: everything begins with you. Connect With Lisa Website: lisataylorholistic.com/book Instagram: @thelisataylor Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisataylor111 Connect With Live Free Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lvfree⁠⁠

  6. May 15

    Your Story, Your Power w/ Laura G. Patac

    In this episode of the Live Free Podcast, I sit down with Laura G. Patac—entrepreneur, former corporate executive, mathematician turned poet, and master storyteller. With more than two decades of global leadership experience across five continents, Laura has lived and led in culturally diverse environments, and today she uses her voice to help others uncover the power in their own stories. Our conversation is all about the ways our stories shape who we are, how we show up, and the lives we create. Laura shares her personal journey from a shy child in Romania to a confident leader and entrepreneur, and how storytelling became the thread connecting art, poetry, leadership, and personal transformation. We talk about the role of self-expression in discovering our unique value, the resilience built through adversity, and how reframing our inner dialogue can open new doors. Laura also introduces frameworks for self-discovery, showing us how to find the threads in our own experiences and weave them into a narrative of strength, authenticity, and purpose. This conversation is rich with insights on resilience, empowerment, and the power of storytelling—not just as a way to share who we are, but as a way to create mirrors for others to see their own gifts. Laura reminds us that our stories are not something to hide, but something to honor, embrace, and ultimately share, because in them we find both healing and connection. Chapters 00:00 Journey of Self-Discovery and Expression 02:38 The Power of Storytelling in Art and Life 05:45 Corporate Life: The Art of Storytelling in Leadership 08:31 Embracing Diversity and Cultural Learning 11:21 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship: Finding Purpose 14:37 Empowerment Through Unique Value Proposition 17:17 Frameworks for Personal Growth and Storytelling 20:17 The Importance of Self-Talk and Positive Affirmations 22:49 Books and Resources for Personal Development 25:43 Future Aspirations and Legacy Building Connect With Laura: LinkedIn Link We Promised: HERE What's Included: As promised, here’s your free download of Stories with Purpose in PDF format. And that’s not all—when you grab your copy, you’ll also receive a bonus digital workbook to help you apply the STORY framework to your own journey. Connect With Live Free Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lvfree⁠⁠

  7. Apr 10

    Your Story Defines You or Refines You W/ Diana Fritz

    In this episode of the Live Free Podcast, I sit down with Diana, a cancer thriver and executive leader whose journey will inspire you to see challenges through a new lens. Diana opens up about the day everything changed—just 30 days into 2014, the year she had planned to thrive as a single mom, excel as a leader, and go on a missions trip. Instead, she got the call no one wants to hear: she had cancer near her left eye. Over the next nine years, her mission shifted from traveling overseas to showing up with faith, kindness, and purpose inside hospital walls. She shares how she saved her eye for nearly a decade, then faced a life-saving surgery that removed her eye and sinus areas—followed by radiation, MRIs, and a new chapter of resilience. Through it all, Diana embraced a profound mindset shift—from asking “Why me?” to declaring “Since it’s me…” She’s learned that adversity can refine us, not define us, and that our hardships can uniquely qualify us to serve and uplift others. Her story is a beautiful reminder that we can all choose to shine, even in the darkest places. Connect With Diana Website - Get The Book! LinkedIn Facebook Connect With Live Free Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lvfree⁠⁠

  8. Mar 13

    The Secret To Less Days That Suck w/ Deborah Mallow

    In this high-energy, joy-infused episode of The Live Free Podcast, I sit down with Happiness Expert and author Deborah Mallow to explore how we can all create fewer days that suck—by making joy a daily, doable choice. Deborah’s journey from the high-stress world of corporate sales and design to becoming a cheerleader for positivity (minus the pom-poms) is both inspiring and hilarious. Her book, 6 Steps to Fewer Days That Suck, offers a refreshing, no-fluff guide to building resilience, shifting perspective, and actually enjoying life—even when it’s hard. We talk about how mindset shapes everything, why self-care is really about self-worth, and how small steps can lead to huge shifts over time. Deborah also shares how her Daily Decisions toolkit helps people stop waiting for life to get easier—and start dancing through the mess with more joy and confidence. If you’ve been craving more lightness, less guilt, and permission to celebrate yourself unapologetically, this one’s for you. Connect With Deb: thedailydecisions.com IG @daily.decisions Connect With Live Free Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lvfree⁠⁠

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Welcome to the Live Free Wellness Podcast with Christine Elliott—Registered Professional Counsellor, two-time cancer survivor, motivational speaker, and #1 best-selling author of Unbroken. Through honest conversations, practical tools, and inspiring guest stories, we explore resilience, healing, personal growth, and navigating life's turning points. Whether you're facing illness, grief, burnout, motherhood, or major life change, you'll find hope, perspective, and support for the journey ahead. Your next chapter is still being written.

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