The Soul Stories Podcas‪t‬ Daniel Mazur, Kamga Tchassa

Kriste Peoples is a writer, trail runner, and meditator. She is a leader in the Denver community and somebody I really look up to. She makes you feel so comfortable when you are around her and has the best laugh. In this conversation, she talks about growing up in a military family, her internal curiosity, and always wanting to push against the edge while asking the question "what's next?". The first half of the interview is about her journey and how she found her path. In the second half, we discuss the power of mindfulness and nature. We talk about how when we slow down we can turn and face our fears, stories, limiting beliefs and unresolved pain. Kriste an incredible person and I'm excited for you to listen!
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@kristepeoples
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4:47 - Kriste's adventures to find her place in the U.S.
16:00 - Following the path of fulfillment
25:57 - Leaning into the unknown
35:00 - The healing power of nature
40:40 - Mindfulness: cultivating our capacity to be with what's difficult
49:50 - Being with life as it happens
59:47 - Breaking through barriers
1:04:45 - Presence in everyday life
1:15:03 - Creating space to breathe

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Dr. Robert Davies is a Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, and Co-Founder and Director of the UCHealth LGBTQ Mental Health Clinic otherwise known as the Imagine Clinic. He also co-founded their Integrated Transgender program. Bob leads with the intimate details of his story which is inspiring and at times heart-breaking. He talks about being raised Southern Baptist and how before he knew he was gay, he grew up feeling different. Bob describes how the 70's were a much different time. People didn't talk about being Gay or what that meant. Up until 1972 you couldn't practice as a psychiatrist if you were openly gay because you weren't "psychologically sound". In this conversation, we talk about the rampant homophobia and transphobia in this country. Bob gives us an in-depth look at the challenges that the LGBTQ and Trans communities face when trying to receive quality mental health care and medical support. This is an important, informational and hopeful conversation. Here is our episode!
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Imagine Clinic: https://lgbtqcolorado.org/resources/imagine-clinic-lgbtq-mental-health-clinic/
Integrated Transgender Program: https://www.uchealth.org/services/diabetes-endocrinology-care/uchealth-integrated-transgender-program/
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4:48 - Growing up Southern Baptist: "feeling different and wrong"
10:20 - Homophobia in the 70's
13:56 - Bob's relationship to his mom
16:10 - Coming out at 41 after being married for 20 years
24:48 - the AiDS epidemic in the 90's
27:54 - Fears of being openly gay as a psychiatrist
35:16 - The origins of the Imagine Clinic
40:20 - What quality LGBTQ mental health care looks like
48:30 - Building a Transgender clinic with all-inclusive, integrated services
53:35 - The lack of safety and understanding for the Trans community
57:28 - A historical perspective on oppression
1:02:06 - What LGBTQ youth face today and hope for the future
1:11:23 - Misunderstanding body dysmorphia and Transgender folks
1:16:31 - "Educating people that were never educated"
1:20:12 - The importance of accepting someone as they are

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Ryan Harris is a motivational speaker, ex-Denver Bronco, and Super Bowl Champion. You will hear about the NFL, his unique experiences, and the pressures and expectations he endured to play football at that level. He shares relatable tips on how to eliminate distractions, find your discipline, and the very human process of setting boundaries. He talks about how we all need to define our own success in our own lives and surround ourselves with people who will help us reach those goals. I was blown away by his vulnerability, his ability to lead with his own story and share his own shortcomings, and what he had to do to become who he is today. We talk about racism, society and so much more. Enjoy!
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For more from Ryan Harris check out https://www.ryanharris68.com/. He has a book titled "Mindset for Mastery" and can be hired for speaking engagements!
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2:02 - Introduction to Ryan's NFL journey
4:40 - Choosing your mindset to overcome
7:49 - The unexpected pressures of being in the NFL
12:24 - Reverse engineer your goals
15:19 - Stress is our number one issue
18:00 - Ryan's NFL wake-up call
21:55 - The importance of having the right people around you
25:48 - "Your worth does not come from other people"
32:34 - Racial injustice in our society
36:15 - How to have these difficult conversations
41:34 - Resolving conflict


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Kerri-Ann Appleton is an empowerment coach and teacher in every sense of the word. We talk about how to find alignment with our authentic selves and all the challenges we undergo in that process. She gets vulnerable and shares about her childhood wounds along with the tools she is using to work with them. Kerri-Ann discusses a recent experience with gaslighting and manipulation and all the self-growth that has come from that. And I think that's what I respect the most about Kerri-Ann. She is a coach who not only teaches, but leads by example. This is an inspiring episode and I am excited for you to listen!
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IG: coaching_with_kerriann
Email: connect@kerri-ann.com
FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/InHerPowertribe/
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3:33 - Empowerment coaching
9:21 - Reprogramming how we were conditioned in childhood
16:21 - Letting go of old identities to embrace new ones
24:07 - Being gaslighted and manipulated by a significant other
31:09 - Understanding manipulation 
35:20 - Cultural differences of dating and living in Brazil
44:21 - Distinguishing between fear and wisdom; fact and story 
50:39 - "Are you going to answer the call for the invite to growth?"
58:25 - Stepping into self-acceptance of our imperfections
1:03:00 - Setting boundaries with compassion
1:06:56 - This is happening for our greatest good

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Note: Since this podcast was recorded, John now identifies as non-binary and professionally uses the pronouns "they / them" and personally uses all pronouns. In drag, they only go by "she".
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John McDermott is the Bodycare Manager at Natural Grocers and a good friend of mine with a gigantic heart. John shares in-depth about their mental health journey and diagnoses. They have been hospitalized eight times and have what is called chronic suicidal ideation. Trigger warning: John discusses multiple suicide attempts. They showcase an incredible amount of strength and ability to persevere throughout this conversation. This episode is equal parts heavy and fun. We end up talking about boxing, masculinity, identity and John's new passion for dressing in drag. I was really grateful to witness a story as powerful as this one and hope you have a similar experience.
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For more from John, check out their event, The Love and Hope Drag show, which will be streamed on Facebook live at 11:00 AM on February 14th, 2021. It’ll feature Ximena Latinx, Jessica L’Whore, Bella C Le Cher, Simon Paul, Celeste Brooks, Betty Sparkles, Lola Fierce, and Patricia Del Rosario. 
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3:29 - Suicide in our country
11:33 - John's attempts and their love for others
17:16 - Experiencing a Mental Health Hospital
25:12 - Planning for a downward spiral
30:01 - "Seeing myself as worth it and deserving a life"
35:47 - Boxing and privilege
43:21 - White privilege and mental health co-existing
51:20 - Borderline Personality Disorder
58:36 - John's fluid identity and reckoning with masculinity
1:05:49 - Living in Alaska
1:11:09 - Pursuing the feminine 
1:16:22 - Discovering drag

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Gabriel is a Brazilian therapist and an incredibly warm, meditative and introspective person. This is a really special episode because he is my current therapist. And we dig deep into the therapeutic process. I talk about what I'm working through and Gabe shares intimate stories that really illuminate how beautiful and challenging healing can be. We talk about being triggered, childhood wounds, and strategies that we use even when they don't serve us. This conversation is informative and insightful. It feels like you are sitting down for coffee with a good friend. I had a good time and I believe you will too!
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To contact Gabriel, you can find him at gabrieldeoliveiraduarte@gmail.com 
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1:14 - Gabriel's work and his wounds
14:21 - Introduction to Danny and Gabriel's therapeutic relationship
16:59 - Triggers: an opportunity for healing
18:56 - What prevents us from facing painful truths?
24:50 - Owning your own projection as a therapist
27:53 - Danny and Gabriel's boundaries
34:00 - Gabriel's body-based process with Danny and everyone else
42:09 - Abandonment and childhood fear
46:00 - Getting in touch with your heart - Gabriel and his brother
53:19 - One woman's incredible journey to set boundaries
59:39 - Why should we pursue healing? 

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