New Wayz Podcast

Christina Pehr
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The mental health and wellness podcast that’s as real as it gets — with a little humor and a lot of heart. I’m Christina Pehr, a certified life coach and registered nurse, sharing unfiltered stories, fresh perspectives, and lived experiences to help us grow, heal, and show up as our best selves. This is a no-judgment zone where we explore everything from emotional well-being to physical health, mindset shifts, and finding joy in life’s messiness. Sometimes it’s just me, sometimes guests join with their own insights. My goal? To make mental health feel approachable, relatable, and even a little fun, while giving you tools you can actually use. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and conversational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice or a substitute for professional care. Sensitive topics may be discussed. My intent is never to harm, offend, or be prejudiced. I speak from lived experience with a genuine desire for everyone’s well-being.

  1. 6D AGO

    How to Create Deeper Connection Through Intentional Celebration & Authentic Connection

    Send us a text In this episode, we explore the deeper meaning behind cacao ceremonies and how choosing more intentional ways of gathering can completely transform how we connect, celebrate, and honor life’s moments. Inspired by Bianca’s birthday, this conversation opens up a powerful dialogue about heart-opening experiences, conscious celebration, and choosing depth over surface-level norms. We talk about what cacao ceremonies actually are, why they feel so grounding and connective, and how creating intentional space allows for more honesty, vulnerability, and genuine human connection. This episode is also about breaking away from expectation, embracing new traditions, and giving yourself permission to evolve — even when others don’t fully understand it yet. If you’ve ever felt called to do things differently, to celebrate in a way that feels more aligned, or to share what truly lights you up without needing approval, this conversation is for you. ✨ Expect reflections on: Redefining celebration and tradition Choosing meaning over performance Letting your beliefs evolve with experience Finding your people and honoring your authentic self Planting seeds simply by being you Sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is follow what feels true — and invite others into it without force. 🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself. ✨ Follow along for more: TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast Instagram:  @NewWayzPodcast   🌟Guest:    IG: @biancavyoga 00:00 Welcome & Introduction 00:11 Bianca's Birthday Inspiration 00:47 Discovering Cacao Ceremonies 01:55 What Is a Cacao Ceremony? 02:35 The Heart-Opening Experience 03:48 Hosting a Meaningful Celebration 05:03 Shifting How We Celebrate 06:02 Deep Connection & Genuine Moments 07:14 Choosing Depth Over Surface Level 08:45 Breaking Norms & Embracing Change 10:02 Introducing New Traditions 11:17 Why We Choose What Lights Us Up 12:22 The Beauty of Cacao Ceremony Gatherings 13:03 Openness, Judgment & Sharing New Things 14:33 How Beliefs Evolve With Experience 16:38 Accepting Our Changing Selves 18:16 Finding Your People & Being Yourself 20:13 It's Okay to Be Different 22:45 Planting Seeds & Opening Minds 25:02 Advice: Share What Lights You Up 27:11 Celebrating Growth & Evolution 28:20 Integrating Old and New Worlds 29:02 Closing Thoughts & Farewell

    30 min

  2. FEB 3

    The Inner Shifts That Can Changed Your Life: Trust, Discomfort & Finding Faith

    Send us a text If you’re looking for tools to navigate life, the courage to move forward when things feel uncertain, and a deeper sense of trust in yourself and the human experience, this episode is for you. In this conversation, I share the lessons that emerged from stepping into a completely new chapter of my life — not just moving to California, but what that move unlocked within me. From learning how environment shapes our nervous system and growth, to trusting intuition, navigating uncomfortable experiences, and finding community from scratch, this episode explores the inner shifts that happen when you choose expansion over familiarity. I talk through the first steps into my “new world”: mindfulness, energy awareness, meditation, breathwork, and somatic healing — not as abstract concepts, but as practical tools that helped me regulate, process pain, and stay grounded through change. We also dive into embracing discomfort as part of the human experience, observing thoughts without identifying with them, and what it really means to step into your authentic self. This conversation is me openly thinking out loud — sharing the core ideas, tools, and inner reminders that have been genuinely helpful and that I still implement in my life today. It’s not polished or scripted, but it’s honest, intentional, and deeply human. If you’re in a season of transition, self-discovery, or learning how to trust yourself again, there’s something here for you. 🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself. ✨ Follow along for more: TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast Instagram:  @NewWayzPodcast   Instagram: @Christina.ishere 00:00 Intro & Recap of My Spiritual Journey 02:26 Arriving in California: A Leap of Faith 03:36 Trusting Your Intuition & Environment 05:05 The Airbnb Fiasco 07:40 Turning Challenges Into Opportunities 09:56 How Location Shaped My Growth 11:43 Making Friends and Finding Community 13:38 First Steps Into Energy & Meditation 15:12 Embracing Pain & the Human Experience 17:06 Mindfulness and Observing Thoughts 18:46 Energy Work & Body Work Explained 20:34 Breathwork & Somatic Healing 21:53 Stepping Into Your Authentic Self 22:40 Attracting the Right People & Opportunities 23:13 Wrapping Up & Staying Connected

    23 min

  3. JAN 29

    I Was Depressed, Anxious, and Stuck — How Everything Changed in One Year (And It Can for You Too)

    Send us a text If you’re scared, hesitant, or holding yourself back — please listen. In this episode, I share the story of my accidental spiritual journey. It started with a quiet inner voice — and the moment I finally chose myself. I went from depressed, anxious, scared, and completely stuck to listening to what life and the universe were placing in front of me. Within a year, everything changed: a new city, a new home, a new job, more money, and an entirely new mindset. I talk about leaving a toxic relationship and blowing up the life I thought I wanted. This episode is about learning to trust intuition, following the quiet green lights, letting go of scarcity, taking leaps before you feel ready, trusting the process, learning how to feel safe, and allowing yourself to attract abundance and a full life that’s actually meant for you. Travel nursing, moving across the country, choosing abundance — even when fear is loud — and letting life meet you halfway. 🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself. ✨ Follow along for more: TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast Instagram:  @NewWayzPodcast   Instagram: @Christina.ishere 00:00 Introduction & Purpose of the Episode 01:30 Why Spirituality Matters to Me 03:00 Defining Spirituality In My Life 05:30 The Beginning of My Spiritual Journey 07:00 Leaving a Toxic Relationship 10:15 Major Life Changes & Taking a Leap 13:30 Healing, New Beginnings & Friendship 15:15 Coping with Loneliness & Seeking Help 17:15 Turning to Books & Finding Light 19:00 Following Green Lights in Life 21:00 Travel Nursing & Embracing Abundance 24:00 Letting Go of Scarcity & Building Confidence 26:30 Taking More Risks & Listening to Intuition 28:00 Moving to California: A Leap of Faith 30:00 Reflections & The Power of Divine Timing 31:45 Preview of Part Two & Closing Thoughts

    32 min

  4. JAN 27

    Toxic Hustle vs Self-Care: Which One Is Actually Hurting You (And How to Fix It)

    Send us a text Are you actually sabotaging yourself? Like… are you burning yourself out and calling it ambition — or being “so nice” to yourself that you’re quietly avoiding your own potential? In this episode, we get real about hustle culture, self-care, and the uncomfortable middle ground no one wants to look at. We ask the questions most people dodge: Are you hustling because you’re driven — or because you don’t know how to slow down? And on the flip side… is your rest actually restorative, or is it just disguised avoidance? We break down toxic hustle, burnout, busywork disguised as productivity, and when self-care turns into self-sabotage. We talk intention, knowing your why, and how to tell the difference between pushing yourself in a healthy way and slowly holding yourself back. This isn’t a hustle hype episode. And it’s not a “do less” pep talk either. It’s a reality check about balance, honesty, and learning how to work, rest, and live without constantly lying to yourself. 🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself. ✨ Follow along for more: TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast Instagram:  @NewWayzPodcast   🌟Guest:    IG: @biancavyoga 00:00 Welcome & Life Updates 01:27 Introducing the Episode's Theme 02:57 Hustle Culture vs Self-Care Culture 05:57 Generational Views on Work & Wellbeing 09:09 Finding a Healthy Balance 11:11 Social Pressures and Defining Success 14:42 The Dangers of Toxic Hustle 18:54 Intentionality and Avoiding Burnout 22:39 Knowing When to Rest 25:55 Intentional vs Avoidant Rest 28:29 Modern Self-Care: Benefit or Excuse? 31:37 Rest, Recharge, and Honest Reflection 33:36 Listening to Yourself & Your Needs 36:27 Intrinsic Motivation and Vision 39:45 Unique Ways to Rest and Hustle 44:00 Be Yourself & Find What Works for You 47:47 Wrap Up & Final Thoughts

    39 min

  5. JAN 22

    WTF Does “Doing the Work” Mean? Self-Help, Healing, and Mental Health Journey

    Send us a text Everyone says “do the work”… but almost no one explains what that actually looks like. In this episode, we pull the phrase apart and talk about what healing really involves beyond just insight or talking things through. We get into what it means to show up for yourself, how therapy can be collaborative instead of passive, and why real change often comes from feeling, not fixing. We explore breakthrough moments, sitting with uncomfortable emotions, and how the language we use around healing can either help us expand or keep us stuck. We also move beyond words — into embodiment, somatic work, silence, energy, and the kind of connection that doesn’t need to be explained to be felt. This conversation goes deeper into body signals, stress, burnout, and the quiet toll modern life takes on our nervous systems. We talk about what burnout is actually trying to teach us, why success needs a new definition, and why sometimes the most powerful move is trying something different. If you’ve been “doing the work” but still feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure if you’re even on the right path — this episode is for you. Healing isn’t about doing more. It’s about listening differently. 🎙️ NewWayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself. ✨ Follow along for more: TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast Instagram:  @NewWayzPodcast   Instagram: @Christina.ishere 🌟Guest: Salma Soliman Instagram: @braveyoutherapy Website: www.braveyoutherapy.com 00:00 Welcome & Guest Introduction 00:37 Defining 'Doing the Work' 01:24 The Therapy Journey: Showing Up & Seeking Help 03:33 Perspectives in Therapy: Collaboration & Guidance 05:41 Active Therapy Styles & Gentle Guidance 08:47 Therapy as a Reflective Space 10:31 Breakthrough Moments in Healing 14:00 Facing and Feeling Difficult Emotions 17:18 Changing Language Around Healing 20:29 The Power & Limits of Language 22:03 Embodiment, Somatic Work & Being Present 24:36 Connection Without Words: Energy & Community 26:10 The Value of Silence in Healing 29:13 Universal Emotions & Emotional Intelligence 31:36 Trusting and Listening to Our Emotions 33:39 Body Signals, Stress, and Work Environments 37:01 Learning from Burnout & Stress 39:03 Society, Stress, and the Cost of Wellbeing 40:31 Practical Advice: Try Something Different 42:18 Expanding Definitions of Success 43:00 Closing Thoughts & How to Connect

    43 min

  6. JAN 20

    Therapy Isn’t Failing You—The System Is.Why Therapy Doesn’t.

    Send us a text Therapy isn’t broken — the way we talk about it is. In this episode, we get real about what therapy actually is, why “just talk about it” doesn’t work for everyone, and how the one-size-fits-all model has left so many people feeling confused, discouraged, or like therapy “failed” them. We break down traditional talk therapy, what client-centered therapy really means, and why feeling safe, seen, and understood matters more than any label or modality. We also explore what happens when therapy goes beyond the couch — from alternative modalities and improv-based therapy to community, play, and emotional flexibility. We don’t sugarcoat the mental health system either. We talk about why it feels so hard to access care, what to do when therapy feels out of reach financially, and the creative, affordable options people don’t talk about enough. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is therapy even working for me?” or felt like you were doing it wrong — this episode is for you. There’s no gold star for healing. The only rule is finding what actually helps. Trust yourself. Stay curious. And remember: therapy isn’t about fixing you — it’s about supporting you. 🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself. ✨ Follow along for more: TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast Instagram:  @NewWayzPodcast   Instagram: @Christina.ishere 🌟Guest: Salma Soliman Instagram: @braveyoutherapy Website: www.braveyoutherapy.com 00:00 Introducing the Guest & Today's Topic 02:00 What is Traditional Therapy? 06:30 Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All 10:00 The Importance of Client-Centered Therapy 14:00 Safety, Vulnerability, and Being Seen 18:00 Authenticity and Self-Awareness in Therapy 22:00 How to Choose the Right Therapist 26:00 Beyond Talk Therapy: Modalities and Improv Therapy 31:00 Community, Play, and Emotional Flexibility 35:00 Navigating the Broken Mental Health System 39:00 Affordable Therapy & Alternative Resources 42:00 Final Advice: Trust Yourself & Try Therapy 44:00 Closing Thoughts & Appreciation

    40 min

  7. JAN 15

    Trusting God With My Life, My Money, and the Unknown — Choosing Growth Over Comfort

    Send us a text If you’ve ever looked at your life and thought, I’m grateful, but I know there’s more. If you’ve ever felt called to change something without having a perfect plan, this episode is for you. This year my mantra has been more life. So I put my things in storage, booked a one-way flight, and decided to travel for a few months with no real agenda other than trusting God and letting life lead. Nothing was wrong with my life — it just wasn’t fully aligned. And I realized that if I wanted something different, I had to be willing to do something different. In this episode, I talk about traveling alone, living without booking far ahead, facing fears around money and uncertainty, and what it’s teaching me about trust, surrender, and myself. So if you’re in a season of choosing growth over comfort, this one’s for you. 🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself. ✨ Follow along for more: TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast Instagram:  @NewWayzPodcast   Instagram: @Christina.ishere

    8 min

  8. JAN 13

    How to Rewire Your Perspective and Start Creating Everyday Miracles

    Send us a text In this episode, we explore a simple but powerful question: is life a miracle, or is it just happening to us? Inspired by Einstein’s famous perspective and grounded in real, lived experience, this conversation weaves through intuition, personal challenges, childhood wonder, and the quiet magic hidden inside everyday moments. We talk about why so many of us lose our sense of awe as we grow older, how conditioning and environment shape the reality we experience, and what it actually takes to start seeing beauty again — even when life feels heavy or uncertain. This episode isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything is perfect. It’s about honesty, appreciation, and consciously choosing how you meet life. About noticing the small things. About raising your vibration by coming back to presence, gratitude, and self-trust. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, numb, or like the magic has faded… this conversation is an invitation to remember what’s always been there. Sometimes the miracle isn’t life changing. Sometimes it’s life itself. 🎙️ New Wayz with Christina Pehr — real conversations, real people, and new ways of seeing yourself. ✨ Follow along for more: TikTok: @new.wayz.podcast Instagram:  @NewWayzPodcast   Instagram: @Christina.ishere 🌟Guest: Instagram: @javier_moyeno 00:00 Welcome & Guest Introduction 00:32 Perspective: Is Life a Miracle? 01:14 Einstein's Quote & Life Choices 02:45 Personal Journeys with Miracles 04:51 Finding Beauty in Everyday Moments 07:00 Why We Lose the Magic: Childhood vs. Adulthood 10:10 Regaining Wonder: Choosing to See the Good 13:39 Intuition, Challenges & Everyday Miracles 17:18 How to Start Seeing Magic in Small Things 21:10 Honesty, Appreciation & Raising Your Vibration 24:28 Environment & Choosing Your Reality 29:31 Gratitude, Miracles & Final Thoughts 32:44 Thank You & Closing Moments

    34 min
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The mental health and wellness podcast that’s as real as it gets — with a little humor and a lot of heart. I’m Christina Pehr, a certified life coach and registered nurse, sharing unfiltered stories, fresh perspectives, and lived experiences to help us grow, heal, and show up as our best selves. This is a no-judgment zone where we explore everything from emotional well-being to physical health, mindset shifts, and finding joy in life’s messiness. Sometimes it’s just me, sometimes guests join with their own insights. My goal? To make mental health feel approachable, relatable, and even a little fun, while giving you tools you can actually use. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and conversational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice or a substitute for professional care. Sensitive topics may be discussed. My intent is never to harm, offend, or be prejudiced. I speak from lived experience with a genuine desire for everyone’s well-being.

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  • Creator
    Christina Pehr
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 New Wayz Podcast
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