The Secret KeepHers

Corinne Zuleger Life Coaching
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Welcome to Season 2 of The Secret KeepHers Podcast This season, we're turning secrets into strategies for living a fuller, freer life. If you've ever carried silent shame, questioned your worth, or felt the weight of emotional wounds, generational patterns, religious conditioning, or limiting beliefs—you are not alone. At The Secret KeepHers, we hold space for what's been hidden. Whether it's religious trauma, childhood pain, money shame, or the fear of being seen or using. your voice, this is where we bring it to light—not to relive the pain, but to release it. Through powerful storytelling, soul-expanding interviews, and proven tools for healing, we explore how to break free from the narratives that kept us small. This season is your invitation to remember who you are beneath the conditioning: to return to truth, reclaim your voice, and rise into a life that feels fully yours. This is a podcast for the human who's ready to go further, faster...not through hustle, but through healing. What you'll receive: ✨ Joy ✨ Peace ✨ Contentment ✨ Freedom ✨ Abundance ✨ Healing Welcome to The Secret KeepHers where the secrets we keep become the stories that set us free! Visit me @ www.corinnezuleger.com

  1. Childhood Trauma, Addiction, and Healing | Westley Morris

    May 13

    Childhood Trauma, Addiction, and Healing | Westley Morris

    In this episode of The Secret KeepHers Podcast, I sit down with Westley Morris for a deeply honest conversation about childhood trauma, addiction, shame, healing, and the power of choosing a different path. Westley opens up about growing up carrying secrets, feeling different from an early age, and how unresolved pain eventually led him into addiction and homelessness. We talk about the emotional weight people carry in silence, the stigma surrounding addiction, and what it really takes to rebuild your life when everything feels lost. This episode is raw, vulnerable, emotional, and ultimately hopeful. It's a conversation about resilience, self-worth, personal responsibility, and discovering that your past does not have to define your future. If this episode resonates with you and you're struggling with the weight of your own story, know that you do not have to carry it alone. Healing begins when we stop hiding what hurts. If I can support you on your journey, I would be honored to walk alongside you. About My Guest: Westley Morris is a nationally recognized motivational speaker, entrepreneur, coach, and author known for his powerful storytelling and "Keep Pedaling" philosophy. Through his speaking and coaching, he helps individuals and organizations navigate adversity, embrace change, and move forward with purpose. Website: westleymorris.com Phone: 610.554.5533 Connect with Me: Corinne Zuleger Life Coaching

    55 min
  2. Control, Safety, and Self-Trust: Releasing What Was Never Yours with Ash Mars

    May 5

    Control, Safety, and Self-Trust: Releasing What Was Never Yours with Ash Mars

    What if the need to control everything… is actually a signal that something inside of you doesn't feel safe? In this honest and deeply relatable conversation, I sit down with trauma-informed guide Ash Mars to explore how our past experiences shape the way we show up—in parenting, relationships, and within ourselves. We talk about emotional suppression, generational patterns, and what it really looks like to create safety from the inside out—without force, without reliving trauma. This episode is a reminder that healing isn't about becoming someone new… it's about releasing what was never yours to carry. Quotes: When I find myself wanting to control, it's because I don't feel safe—and it actually has nothing to do with what's happening outside of me." Ash Mars "The best thing we can do for our kids isn't to control their world—it's to become our best self and model what safety, love, and truth actually look like."  Corinne Zuleger About Ash Mars Ash Mars is a trauma-informed guide, speaker, and creator of the Soul Release Method. She helps people gently release stored trauma and conditioning from the body so they can reconnect with their truth, self-trust, and inner freedom. Her work is especially powerful for those healing from high-control environments, generational trauma, and emotional suppression. Ash's approach is grounded, body-based, and non-forceful—supporting deep healing without retraumatization. She is also a parent, truth-teller, and space-holder who believes real healing happens when safety, honesty, and humanity come first. Connect with Ash Website: soulreleasemethod.com Facebook: facebook.com/ash.mars.magic YouTube: youtube.com/@MyWealthWithin Work With Me If this conversation resonated, you don't have to navigate this alone. I help women move beyond burnout, self-doubt, and emotional overwhelm so they can reconnect with themselves and create lives of joy, peace, freedom, and true alignment. Through private coaching, workshops, and group experiences, we focus on healing the root—not just managing the symptoms. ➡️ Learn more or book a Breakthrough Call: www.corinnezuleger.com

    38 min
  3. What We Reach for When We're Hungry for Meaning

    Apr 10

    What We Reach for When We're Hungry for Meaning

    In this deeply personal solo episode, I explore why so many of us feel empty despite living in the most connected, abundant era in history. Through the lens of three C's — connection, communication, and consumption — I unpack how modern life keeps us on the surface of meaning rather than in it, and what it truly takes to feel genuinely full. "Being watched is not the same as being known." The Three C's Connection The difference between bridging (broad & shallow) and bonding (deep & costly) — and why modern life has expanded one while starving the other. Communication We send hundreds of messages a day yet feel profoundly unseen. Why honest speech heals the body, and why social media rewards performance over truth. Consumption The hedonic treadmill keeps us perpetually hungry. Meaning cannot be consumed — it must be built through commitment, staying, and refusing to abandon yourself. Reflection Questions Where in your life are you bridging when you're actually hungry for bonding? Where has something true gone unspoken for so long that it started to express itself in other ways — in your body, your sleep, the way you pull back from people? Where are you on the verge of abandoning a relationship, a practice, or a version of yourself that might need more time and presence rather than replacement? Key Takeaways Loneliness rates have doubled in the US since the 1980s — at the exact moment we are the most "connected" ever. That's not a coincidence; it's a clue. Meaning lives in bonding — the long conversations, shared history, and relationships that have survived something. The words we speak honestly heal something. The secrets we keep find other ways to surface. Social media rewards the polished performance of a life, not the life itself. Nuance doesn't go viral. The difference between consuming and building is staying — through difficulty, past the point when it stops feeling good. You don't need a podcast to begin. You need one honest conversation, one safe person, one true sentence spoken out loud.   References & Resources Mentioned James Pennebaker — research on expressive writing and its effects on immune function, mental health, and relationships Bessel van der Kolk — The Body Keeps the Score Joseph McClendon III— Corinne's mentor; "as I think, so I feel; as I feel, so I do; as I do, so I have" Hedonic treadmill — psychological concept describing our adaptation to anything we acquire Bridging vs. bonding — social connection research framework discussed in the episode   Connect with me! Website: corinnezuleger.com Available on most major podcast platforms and social media   Sign up for my FREE resource :https://corinnezulegerlifecoaching.kit.com/f8ffe337cd

    46 min
  4. How Trauma Is Stored in the Body: Nervous System Healing & Somatic Breathwork

    Feb 13

    How Trauma Is Stored in the Body: Nervous System Healing & Somatic Breathwork

    What if the reason you still struggle — even after the books, the therapy, the forgiveness, the affirmations — isn't because you're doing it wrong… …but because your nervous system still doesn't feel safe? In this episode of The Secret KeepHers Podcast, I sit down with Chad Carpenter, a Somatic Breathwork Facilitator, to explore a powerful truth I see every day in my coaching work: Many of the patterns we try to fix mentally are actually stored physiologically. Hypervigilance. Overwhelm. People-pleasing. Self-doubt. Insomnia. Burnout. Difficulty speaking your truth. These aren't character flaws. They are nervous system adaptations — often rooted in early childhood experiences. And because they were wired into the body, they can't always be healed through logic alone. You cannot think your way out of a body that doesn't feel safe. We explore how unresolved stress, chronic exposure to unpredictability, and adverse childhood experiences condition the nervous system into survival mode — even when life looks stable on the outside. This conversation bridges: The trauma-informed coaching and identity rewiring work I do with women And the somatic breathwork Chad facilitates to support physical release and regulation Because true healing requires both awareness and nervous system safety. In This Episode, We Discuss: How trauma is stored physically — not just psychologically Why cortisol can stay elevated even when your life feels "good" What hypervigilance looks like in adulthood The difference between mental forgiveness and embodied release Why crying, shaking, and screaming are natural discharge mechanisms How breath communicates safety or threat to the nervous system What a somatic breathwork session actually feels like How to shift from shame to curiosity when you're triggered I also share how growing up in an unpredictable environment conditioned my nervous system to stay on alert for years — even in safe seasons of life. Your body can be braced long after the threat is gone. That's not weakness. That's wiring. And wiring can be retrained. About Chad Carpenter Like many of us, Chad grew up in an environment where authentic expression simply wasn't available. Without an outlet to honestly share his inner experience, he learned to suppress his struggles, leading to years of anger, frustration, and a deep sense of being misunderstood. From a young age, Chad developed patterns of isolation and emotional bottling. By his mid-teens he was coping with life through drugs and alcohol and walking a path that, without conscious intervention, would have certainly led to a life of destitution. After undergoing three knee ligament replacements by the age of 20 and experiencing a rapid decline in physical well-being, Chad found himself searching for relief. By divine intervention, he discovered the tools of yoga, breathwork and meditation and slowly traded destructive patterns for healing practices that would profoundly change his life. Since experiencing deep transformation and healing through Somatic Breathwork, he has dedicated his life to guiding others through the same process. He is passionate about helping people experience the deepest, and longest lasting shifts possible through the integration tools that he learned through his own journey. Chad brings a rare balance of grounded support and inspiring motivation to every experience he guides. For him, holding space for others as they move through their deepest challenges is the pinnacle of life itself. "There's just nothing like it in all this world for me." He's known for holding spaces where people feel safe, seen, and supported, helping them dig deeper than they ever thought possible. Connect with Chad Instagram: @chadbcarpenter Facebook: Chad Carpenter Website: quantumbreath.co Complimentary 30-minute Support Call: Support Call Phone: 561.373.7084 Work With Me If this episode resonated — especially if you've been living with overwhelm, anxiety, hypervigilance, self-doubt, burnout, or patterns you can't seem to shift — this is exactly the work I guide women through. As a Trauma-Informed Coach, Advanced Certified Trauma Practitioner, and Neuroencoding Specialist, I help women: Rewire survival-based identity patterns Build nervous system safety Release self-rejection and shame Reclaim their voice Move from hypervigilance into grounded power You are not broken. You are patterned. And patterns can be rewired. To connect with me for coaching: https://www.corinnezuleger.com/ Instagram: @corinne_zuleger

    49 min
  5. The Bear in the Cave: How Chronic Stress Creates Anxiety, Overwhelm, and Burnout

    Feb 6

    The Bear in the Cave: How Chronic Stress Creates Anxiety, Overwhelm, and Burnout

    Trigger warning:  sensitive subject matter.    This episode is different. For the first time since July 2024, I'm sharing my story. I take you inside what it was like to grow up in a home shaped by addiction, unpredictability, and fear—and how living in chronic stress wires the nervous system to stay on high alert. I explain Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in simple, human terms and connect them to the adult patterns so many people quietly live with: overwhelm, anxiety, hypervigilance, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and burnout. This isn't about blame. It's about understanding why your body responds the way it does—and what actually helps it heal. If you've ever thought, "Why am I exhausted even when life looks fine?" or "Why can't I ever fully relax?" this episode will give language to what your body has been trying to tell you. You are not broken. And you don't have to hide anymore. Website: www.corinnezuleger.com Instagram: @corinne_zuleger

    28 min
  6. When Life Forces a New Chapter: Finding Clarity and Confidence After Divorce and Big Transitions

    Jan 23

    When Life Forces a New Chapter: Finding Clarity and Confidence After Divorce and Big Transitions

    Starting over can feel disorienting, especially when your life changes in ways you didn't choose. In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Daley, a life coach who supports women through major life transitions—divorce, empty nesting, relocation, career changes, and those "what now?" moments that come when the chapter you lived in closes. Andrea shares a powerful truth: sometimes we don't realize what we've been carrying until we're far enough removed to finally see it. Her "secret" wasn't something she was intentionally hiding—it was the quiet normalization of stress, emotional loneliness, and pushing through because it felt like the only option. Together, we talk about identity after life shifts, what it means to move from survival into ownership, and how to rebuild a life with clarity, confidence, and courage—one step at a time. In This Episode, We Talk About How "hindsight clarity" can reveal what we didn't recognize in the season The hidden weight of living in a marriage that looked fine on the outside Why stress can become so familiar you stop naming it What happens when motherhood becomes your full identity—and then everything changes The spiral that can follow divorce and major life transitions (and how to crawl your way out) The difference between feeling hurt and living from a victim mindset Why learning to be loved well can feel harder than staying in what's familiar Andrea's reminder that you can create a new chapter—even if you didn't choose the ending of the last one Andrea's Golden Nugget Andrea's biggest takeaway is this: You are exactly where you're meant to be on your journey. Even if the ride is bumpy, there is something here for you—and when you choose to stay in motion, you give yourself the chance to build what's next with intention. About Andrea Daley Andrea Daley is a Certified Coach, Life Transformation Specialist, Speaker, and Author with a Master's in Psychology and certification through the International Coaching Federation. After navigating her own life-shattering transition, she discovered the power of coaching and rebuilt her life with clarity, confidence, and courage. Now, she helps women do the same through The Empowered YOU Method—a transformative framework built on Rediscovery, Realignment, and Renewal. Featured at conferences and women's events, Andrea is known for her warmth, humor, and relatable storytelling that inspire audiences to embrace change, rediscover their strength, and create authentic, fulfilling new chapters in their lives. Connect with Andrea Website: andreadaley.com Instagram: instagram.com/andreadaley_lifecoach Facebook: facebook.com/andreajdaley LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andrea-daley-life-coach Connect with me, Corinne If this conversation resonated and you want to stay connected, you can find me here: Website: corinnezuleger.com Instagram: @corinne_zuleger Podcast: The Secret KeepHers Podcast (on all major platforms)

    34 min
  7. Enough Already: Nadine Machkovech on Recovery, Self-Worth, and Writing the Truth

    Jan 16

    Enough Already: Nadine Machkovech on Recovery, Self-Worth, and Writing the Truth

    *****ALERT!!  There is reference to drug use and mental health issues in this episode.  Always seek a professionals assistance with these topics and listen with care. In this episode of The Secret KeepHers Podcast, I'm joined by author and TEDx speaker Nadine Machkovech for a thoughtful, honest conversation about recovery, identity, and the journey that led to her book, Enough Already: A Journey From Hiding to Healing. Nadine shares how her path of long-term recovery shaped not just her life, but her voice—and why Enough Already couldn't be written until she was ready to stop performing and fully listen to herself. We talk about how healing is not linear, how worth is not something we earn, and why telling the truth—without polishing it for approval—became essential. Much of our conversation centers on the writing process itself. Nadine reflects on how putting her story on the page became a physical and emotional release, and why this book took years to arrive, even though it was always meant to be written. This episode is for anyone who has ever felt pressure to be someone they're not, waited for permission to speak, or quietly wondered, "Am I enough?" In This Episode, We Discuss The lived experiences behind Enough Already Recovery as identity work, not just behavior change What it means to stop hiding and take the mask off Writing as a form of healing and release Self-worth beyond performance, achievement, or approval Why this book was written now About Nadine Machkovech Nadine Machkovech is an author, TEDx speaker, prevention advocate, and Executive Director of RISE TOGETHER. She is known for her grounded honesty, lived-experience leadership, and her work helping people reconnect with their voice, their story, and their inherent worth. Get the Book & Connect with Nadine Enough Already: A Journey From Hiding to Healing nadinespeaks.com/book Website: NadineSpeaks.com Instagram: nadine.speaks Nonprofit: weallrisetogether.org Connect With Me Website: corinnezuleger.com Instagram: corinne_zuleger The Secret KeepHers Podcast: available on all major podcast platforms Interested in being a guest on the Secret Keephers podcast? go to www.corinnezuleger.com

    45 min
  8. Why Community Is the Missing Link in Motherhood & Family Wellness

    Jan 8

    Why Community Is the Missing Link in Motherhood & Family Wellness

    In this episode of The Secret KeepHers Podcast, I sit down with sister duo Britney Suttner and Andrea Renkas for a deeply meaningful conversation about motherhood, healing, community, and what it really looks like to support families holistically. What started for them in the fitness world—during Andrea's early postpartum experience—slowly revealed a much bigger need: women and families were navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood without clear education, trusted resources, or real community support. From that lived experience, Motherhood Alliance was born. We talk about how motherhood can shift identity, how overwhelm becomes normalized, and why asking for help is not a weakness—it's wisdom. Brittany and Andrea share how their work evolved from fitness coaching into education, connection, and ultimately building a centralized wellness directory for families in Northeast Wisconsin. This conversation is about more than business. It's about purpose, seasons of life, collaboration over competition, and lifting others as we heal ourselves. If you've ever felt like you were carrying too much alone, this episode is for you. What We Talk About in This Episode How motherhood can quietly disconnect women from themselves Why postpartum education is often missing—and why it matters The emotional, mental, and physical toll of doing it all alone Building community as a form of healing and prevention Pivoting in business as seasons of life change Supporting small, heart-centered wellness businesses Asking for help in motherhood, business, and life Creating access to holistic and integrative family care Key Takeaways I don't have to do motherhood—or healing—alone Community support changes outcomes for families Education before pregnancy impacts postpartum recovery It's okay to pivot when my life evolves Collaboration creates more healing than competition Asking for help is an act of strength About My Guests Britney Suttner and Andrea Renkas are the sister team behind Motherhood Alliance, a wellness-focused community created to support families seeking a more holistic, connected, and empowered approach to health. Rooted in their own journeys as moms and entrepreneurs, they help parents find trustworthy local providers, wellness experts, and family resources—without the overwhelm. Their work centers on whole-person wellbeing, community care, and making it easier for families to access supportive, integrative options close to home. Through their directory, community events, and conversations on their podcast, Brittany and Andrea are passionate about uplifting both families and the small wellness businesses that serve them—strengthening communities one relationship at a time. How to Connect with Motherhood Alliance 🌐 Website: motherhoodalliance.com 📱 Instagram: @motherhoodalliance 📘 Facebook: Motherhood Alliance 🎧 Podcast: Motherhood Alliance (available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more) ✉️ Email: hello@motherhoodalliance.com My Closing Reflection This conversation reminded me how powerful it is when women listen to their own experience and respond with service. Motherhood Alliance exists because Brittany and Andrea paid attention to what was missing—and chose to build it. If you're a mom, caregiver, or family looking for support… or a wellness professional wanting to serve from the heart… I hope this episode helps you feel seen, supported, and less alone. Learning from life, leading with love. —Corinne 💜

    37 min
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Welcome to Season 2 of The Secret KeepHers Podcast This season, we're turning secrets into strategies for living a fuller, freer life. If you've ever carried silent shame, questioned your worth, or felt the weight of emotional wounds, generational patterns, religious conditioning, or limiting beliefs—you are not alone. At The Secret KeepHers, we hold space for what's been hidden. Whether it's religious trauma, childhood pain, money shame, or the fear of being seen or using. your voice, this is where we bring it to light—not to relive the pain, but to release it. Through powerful storytelling, soul-expanding interviews, and proven tools for healing, we explore how to break free from the narratives that kept us small. This season is your invitation to remember who you are beneath the conditioning: to return to truth, reclaim your voice, and rise into a life that feels fully yours. This is a podcast for the human who's ready to go further, faster...not through hustle, but through healing. What you'll receive: ✨ Joy ✨ Peace ✨ Contentment ✨ Freedom ✨ Abundance ✨ Healing Welcome to The Secret KeepHers where the secrets we keep become the stories that set us free! Visit me @ www.corinnezuleger.com

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  • Creator
    Corinne Zuleger Life Coaching
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    63
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2024
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    The Secret KeepHers