<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Divine Return]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Divine Return is a sacred space for women who feel the quiet pull to come back home to themselves.<br /><br />Hosted by Kristy and Shannon, this podcast is an intimate, honest exploration of identity, healing, and remembrance. Together, we blend intuitive insight, grounded wisdom, and lived experience to guide women out of self-abandonment and back into truth, wholeness, and embodied alignment.<br /><br />Shannon is an intuitive identity and clarity coach with a background in psychology, biology, subconscious and emotional release work, Human Design, and energetic healing. Her work supports women in unraveling conditioned patterns, reconnecting to self-trust, and reclaiming the identity God created them to live from—with grounded courage, clarity, and inner safety.<br /><br />Kristy, a Naturopathic Practitioner, educator, and intuitive guide helping you return to your truest self. By blending expertise with soulful presence, she guides you unlock your purpose transforming from the inside out and reclaim your inner wisdom. She specializes in identifying subconscious patterns, limiting beliefs, and the narratives that hold you back from your highest potential. Her mission is to provide the grounded safety and practical tools you need to step fully into your God-given design.</p><p></p><p>This podcast is not about fixing yourself.<br />It’s about remembering who you were before the world taught you to abandon yourself.<br /><br />Through unfiltered conversations, soulful reflection, and embodied practices, we explore:<br />	•	Identity healing and self-trust reclamation<br />	•	Breaking cycles of people-pleasing, self-erasure, and burnout<br />	•	Emotional regulation and nervous system safety<br />	•	Feminine embodiment, intuitive living, and spiritual grounding<br />	•	Human Design and astrology as tools for self-understanding<br />	•	Faith-centered healing rooted in truth, grace, and remembrance<br /><br />Each episode invites you to slow down, listen inward, and return to your body, your voice, and your God-given design.<br /><br />Divine Return is for the woman who knows there is more—not more doing, but more truth.<br />More peace.<br />More clarity.<br />More alignment with who she was always meant to be.<br /><br />This is your return to center.<br />Your return to self.<br />Your Divine Return.</p>]]></description><link>https://www.facebook.com/groups/570109445401215</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 14:38:17 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/uP2NPTIo.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></author><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:22:13 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2025 Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Self-Improvement]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spirituality]]></category><itunes:author>Kristy Riese &amp; Shannon Perez</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Divine Return is a sacred space for women who feel the quiet pull to come back home to themselves.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Hosted by Kristy and Shannon, this podcast is an intimate, honest exploration of identity, healing, and remembrance. Together, we blend intuitive insight, grounded wisdom, and lived experience to guide women out of self-abandonment and back into truth, wholeness, and embodied alignment.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Shannon is an intuitive identity and clarity coach with a background in psychology, biology, subconscious and emotional release work, Human Design, and energetic healing. Her work supports women in unraveling conditioned patterns, reconnecting to self-trust, and reclaiming the identity God created them to live from—with grounded courage, clarity, and inner safety.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Kristy, a Naturopathic Practitioner, educator, and intuitive guide helping you return to your truest self. By blending expertise with soulful presence, she guides you unlock your purpose transforming from the inside out and reclaim your inner wisdom. She specializes in identifying subconscious patterns, limiting beliefs, and the narratives that hold you back from your highest potential. Her mission is to provide the grounded safety and practical tools you need to step fully into your God-given design.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This podcast is not about fixing yourself.&lt;br /&gt;It’s about remembering who you were before the world taught you to abandon yourself.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Through unfiltered conversations, soulful reflection, and embodied practices, we explore:&lt;br /&gt;	•	Identity healing and self-trust reclamation&lt;br /&gt;	•	Breaking cycles of people-pleasing, self-erasure, and burnout&lt;br /&gt;	•	Emotional regulation and nervous system safety&lt;br /&gt;	•	Feminine embodiment, intuitive living, and spiritual grounding&lt;br /&gt;	•	Human Design and astrology as tools for self-understanding&lt;br /&gt;	•	Faith-centered healing rooted in truth, grace, and remembrance&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Each episode invites you to slow down, listen inward, and return to your body, your voice, and your God-given design.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Divine Return is for the woman who knows there is more—not more doing, but more truth.&lt;br /&gt;More peace.&lt;br /&gt;More clarity.&lt;br /&gt;More alignment with who she was always meant to be.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This is your return to center.&lt;br /&gt;Your return to self.&lt;br /&gt;Your Divine Return.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Kristy Riese &amp; Shannon Perez</itunes:name><itunes:email>kriese4@hotmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Spirituality"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Heal a Dysregulated Nervous System: Break the Loop & Feel Safe in Your Body Again Part 2
]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever felt stuck in anxiety, overwhelm, people-pleasing, or burnout… this episode will help you understand <b>why your nervous system keeps looping—and how to heal it.</b></p><p></p><p>In Part 2 of our <i>Nervous System Regulation</i> series, we go deeper into <b>nervous system dysregulation</b>, uncovering the hidden patterns—also known as <b>trauma loops</b>—that keep your body stuck in <b>fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses</b>, even when you’re no longer in danger.</p><p></p><p>This isn’t about willpower or “fixing” yourself.<br /></p><p>This is about understanding how your body learned to protect you—and how to gently <b>rewire your nervous system</b> so you can finally feel safe again.</p><p></p><p>Inside this episode, we explore:</p><ul><li>What a <b>dysregulated nervous system</b> actually is (and why it’s not your fault)</li><li>How trauma loops form and why they keep repeating</li><li>The most common nervous system patterns:<ul><li>Hypervigilance (always on edge)</li><li>People-pleasing (fawn response)</li><li>Shutdown &amp; freeze (numbness, procrastination, disconnection)</li><li>Chaos/activation loops (feeling addicted to stress or drama)</li></ul></li><li>How stress, childhood experiences, and generational patterns shape your nervous system</li><li>Why your body stays in <b>survival mode</b>—even when life looks “fine” on the outside<p></p></li></ul><p>We also share <b>simple, powerful tools to calm your nervous system naturally</b>, including:</p><p></p><ul><li>Somatic awareness practices (felt sense check-ins)</li><li>Small “doses of safety” to gently reset your body</li><li>Co-regulation and why healing doesn’t happen alone</li><li>How to come back into the present moment when anxiety takes over<p></p></li></ul><p>This episode is for women who are:</p><ul><li>Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in burnout</li><li>Tired of living in fight-or-flight mode</li><li>Struggling with emotional regulation or people-pleasing</li><li>Ready to reconnect with their body, intuition, and inner peace<p></p></li></ul><p>You are not broken.<br />Your nervous system is not the enemy.</p><p><br />And healing doesn’t require perfection—just awareness and small, consistent shifts.</p><p></p><p>✨ The truth is:<br /> <b>You are not your patterns. You are the awareness that can change them.</b></p><p></p><p>Connect with us on Facebook:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/</a></p><p></p><p>Connect with the Divine Return Podcast @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thedivinereturn.life@gmail.com" target="_blank">thedivinereturn.life@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p>Connect with Shannon @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Kristy @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:fruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">fruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p>It’s about choosing what you do with it.</p><p><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4fac07cf-529c-4094-919d-7d4ddadc09ef</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/45fb1544774835a7c4a82b30a8f352c2de0419d4f7f4b5a96c57c1f63ed05d49/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0ZmFjMDdjZi01MjljLTQwOTQtOTE5ZC03ZDRkZGFkYzA5ZWYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmNjc3YjBlZmVlZTUyNzNhMjM5M2ZjL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNS0zX18wLTE2LTE2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="71675132" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/4fac07cf-529c-4094-919d-7d4ddadc09ef/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever felt stuck in anxiety, overwhelm, people-pleasing, or burnout… this episode will help you understand &lt;b&gt;why your nervous system keeps looping—and how to heal it.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Part 2 of our &lt;i&gt;Nervous System Regulation&lt;/i&gt; series, we go deeper into &lt;b&gt;nervous system dysregulation&lt;/b&gt;, uncovering the hidden patterns—also known as &lt;b&gt;trauma loops&lt;/b&gt;—that keep your body stuck in &lt;b&gt;fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses&lt;/b&gt;, even when you’re no longer in danger.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This isn’t about willpower or “fixing” yourself.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is about understanding how your body learned to protect you—and how to gently &lt;b&gt;rewire your nervous system&lt;/b&gt; so you can finally feel safe again.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Inside this episode, we explore:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;What a &lt;b&gt;dysregulated nervous system&lt;/b&gt; actually is (and why it’s not your fault)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How trauma loops form and why they keep repeating&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The most common nervous system patterns:&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Hypervigilance (always on edge)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;People-pleasing (fawn response)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Shutdown &amp;amp; freeze (numbness, procrastination, disconnection)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Chaos/activation loops (feeling addicted to stress or drama)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How stress, childhood experiences, and generational patterns shape your nervous system&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why your body stays in &lt;b&gt;survival mode&lt;/b&gt;—even when life looks “fine” on the outside&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also share &lt;b&gt;simple, powerful tools to calm your nervous system naturally&lt;/b&gt;, including:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Somatic awareness practices (felt sense check-ins)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Small “doses of safety” to gently reset your body&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Co-regulation and why healing doesn’t happen alone&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to come back into the present moment when anxiety takes over&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is for women who are:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in burnout&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tired of living in fight-or-flight mode&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Struggling with emotional regulation or people-pleasing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ready to reconnect with their body, intuition, and inner peace&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;You are not broken.&lt;br /&gt;Your nervous system is not the enemy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;And healing doesn’t require perfection—just awareness and small, consistent shifts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;✨ The truth is:&lt;br /&gt; &lt;b&gt;You are not your patterns. You are the awareness that can change them.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with us on Facebook:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with the Divine Return Podcast @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thedivinereturn.life@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thedivinereturn.life@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Shannon @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:fruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;fruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s about choosing what you do with it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:37:20</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode><itunes:title>How to Heal a Dysregulated Nervous System: Break the Loop &amp; Feel Safe in Your Body Again Part 2
</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nervous System Regulation for Women: How to Feel Safe in Your Body Again Part 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you constantly overwhelmed, anxious, overthinking, emotionally reactive, or stuck in survival mode? </p><p></p><p>In this episode of <i>Divine Return</i>, Shannon and Kristy explore nervous system regulation and what it really means to feel safe in your body again.</p><p></p><p>Together, they break down the difference between the sympathetic nervous system — fight, flight, freeze, and fawn — and the parasympathetic nervous system, where rest, digestion, healing, creativity, emotional presence, and connection can begin to return.</p><p></p><p>This conversation is especially for women, moms, and caregivers who feel like they are running on empty, disconnected from their bodies, or always “on.” </p><p></p><p>You’ll learn how dysregulation can show up through anxiety, overthinking, tension, shallow breathing, poor sleep, emotional numbness, jaw clenching, racing thoughts, and feeling disconnected from joy.</p><p></p><p>Shannon and Kristy also share simple somatic nervous system regulation tools you can begin using today, including breathwork, orienting through the senses, cold water, vagus nerve toning, humming, singing, audible sighs, and shaking to release stored stress from the body.</p><p></p><p>This episode is an invitation to stop pushing through, soften back into your body, and begin practicing regulation as a pathway to self-trust, emotional healing, grounded motherhood, and radical self-reclamation.</p><p></p><p>Connect with us on Facebook:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/</a></p><p>Connect with Shannon @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Kristy @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:fruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">fruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p>It’s about choosing what you do with it.</p><p><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e458496e-0d50-4da0-8be6-d2019e7a234b</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c88264fd328821d239af58672c8f007fa060732c87c8a6519e167e90a3590003/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlNDU4NDk2ZS0wZDUwLTRkYTAtOGJlNi1kMjAxOWU3YTIzNGIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllYmEzYWFlNWE5YWYwMWJmYzJiODhjL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC0yNF9fMTktOC01OC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="83114675" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/e458496e-0d50-4da0-8be6-d2019e7a234b/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Are you constantly overwhelmed, anxious, overthinking, emotionally reactive, or stuck in survival mode? &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Divine Return&lt;/i&gt;, Shannon and Kristy explore nervous system regulation and what it really means to feel safe in your body again.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Together, they break down the difference between the sympathetic nervous system — fight, flight, freeze, and fawn — and the parasympathetic nervous system, where rest, digestion, healing, creativity, emotional presence, and connection can begin to return.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation is especially for women, moms, and caregivers who feel like they are running on empty, disconnected from their bodies, or always “on.” &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You’ll learn how dysregulation can show up through anxiety, overthinking, tension, shallow breathing, poor sleep, emotional numbness, jaw clenching, racing thoughts, and feeling disconnected from joy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Shannon and Kristy also share simple somatic nervous system regulation tools you can begin using today, including breathwork, orienting through the senses, cold water, vagus nerve toning, humming, singing, audible sighs, and shaking to release stored stress from the body.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is an invitation to stop pushing through, soften back into your body, and begin practicing regulation as a pathway to self-trust, emotional healing, grounded motherhood, and radical self-reclamation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with us on Facebook:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Shannon @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:fruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;fruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s about choosing what you do with it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:43:17</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Nervous System Regulation for Women: How to Feel Safe in Your Body Again Part 1</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Control Anger in the Moment (Without Exploding or Shutting Down)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if your anger isn’t something to control… but something to understand?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <i>The Divine Return</i>, we continue the conversation on <b>managing anger</b> and explore how it can become one of your greatest tools for building <b>emotional resilience</b>—for yourself and your children.</p><p></p><p>Through raw, real-life moments—from parenting triggers to relationship dynamics—we share what it actually looks like to <b>manage anger in the moment</b>, instead of suppressing it or reacting from it.</p><p></p><p>If you’ve ever asked:</p><ul><li><i>How do I control anger immediately when I feel triggered?</i></li><li><i>Why do I go from calm to overwhelmed so fast?</i></li><li><i>How do I manage anger as a parent without hurting connection?</i></li><li><i>What does emotional resilience really mean—and how do I build it?</i><p></p></li></ul><p>This episode meets you there.</p><p></p><p>Inside, we explore:</p><ul><li>Why anger is a <b>boundary alarm</b>—not something to avoid</li><li>A powerful shift from <i>“Why am I angry?”</i> to <i>“What am I protecting?”</i></li><li>How to <b>manage anger and frustration</b> without exploding or shutting down</li><li>The connection between anger, <b>inner child wounds</b>, and emotional triggers</li><li>Real-life examples of <b>emotional resilience in parenting and relationships</b></li><li>How to support <b>resilience in children</b> through awareness and communication</li><li>Turning anger into a catalyst for <b>growth, clarity, and aligned action</b><p></p></li></ul><p>You’ll hear honest stories of navigating anger with children, partners, and within yourself—and how small, intentional shifts can completely change the outcome of those moments.</p><p></p><p>Because true <b>resilience</b> isn’t about never getting triggered…<br /> It’s about learning how to return to yourself with awareness, compassion, and power.</p><p></p><p>✨ <b>This episode is for you if you’re ready to:</b></p><ul><li>Stop reacting and start responding with intention</li><li>Learn how to <b>manage anger in a healthy way</b></li><li>Build emotional resilience for yourself <i>and your family</i></li><li>Break patterns rooted in past experiences and inner child wounds</li><li>Create deeper connection in your relationships through conscious communication<p></p></li></ul><p>🎧 Share this episode with someone who’s learning to navigate their emotions more consciously—and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a conversation that brings you back to yourself.</p><p></p><p>Connect with us on Facebook:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/</a></p><p>Connect with Shannon @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Kristy @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:fruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">fruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p>It’s about choosing what you do with it.</p><p><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4882a2b4-cdec-4cc7-9c6e-a4b91d191ca0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/65dc8b3db6a2281a1fb7a9981405676b5e05d9c989550d1cd62c5ffb4f6d3a0c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0ODgyYTJiNC1jZGVjLTRjYzctOWM2ZS1hNGI5MWQxOTFjYTAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllMjUxN2FhMzEzMzkwZjdiZTJhZDJjL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC0xN19fMTctMjctNTQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="589470" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/4882a2b4-cdec-4cc7-9c6e-a4b91d191ca0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What if your anger isn’t something to control… but something to understand?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;The Divine Return&lt;/i&gt;, we continue the conversation on &lt;b&gt;managing anger&lt;/b&gt; and explore how it can become one of your greatest tools for building &lt;b&gt;emotional resilience&lt;/b&gt;—for yourself and your children.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through raw, real-life moments—from parenting triggers to relationship dynamics—we share what it actually looks like to &lt;b&gt;manage anger in the moment&lt;/b&gt;, instead of suppressing it or reacting from it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever asked:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;i&gt;How do I control anger immediately when I feel triggered?&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;i&gt;Why do I go from calm to overwhelmed so fast?&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;i&gt;How do I manage anger as a parent without hurting connection?&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;i&gt;What does emotional resilience really mean—and how do I build it?&lt;/i&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode meets you there.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Inside, we explore:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why anger is a &lt;b&gt;boundary alarm&lt;/b&gt;—not something to avoid&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A powerful shift from &lt;i&gt;“Why am I angry?”&lt;/i&gt; to &lt;i&gt;“What am I protecting?”&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to &lt;b&gt;manage anger and frustration&lt;/b&gt; without exploding or shutting down&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The connection between anger, &lt;b&gt;inner child wounds&lt;/b&gt;, and emotional triggers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Real-life examples of &lt;b&gt;emotional resilience in parenting and relationships&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to support &lt;b&gt;resilience in children&lt;/b&gt; through awareness and communication&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Turning anger into a catalyst for &lt;b&gt;growth, clarity, and aligned action&lt;/b&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;You’ll hear honest stories of navigating anger with children, partners, and within yourself—and how small, intentional shifts can completely change the outcome of those moments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because true &lt;b&gt;resilience&lt;/b&gt; isn’t about never getting triggered…&lt;br /&gt; It’s about learning how to return to yourself with awareness, compassion, and power.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;✨ &lt;b&gt;This episode is for you if you’re ready to:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Stop reacting and start responding with intention&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Learn how to &lt;b&gt;manage anger in a healthy way&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Build emotional resilience for yourself &lt;i&gt;and your family&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Break patterns rooted in past experiences and inner child wounds&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Create deeper connection in your relationships through conscious communication&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎧 Share this episode with someone who’s learning to navigate their emotions more consciously—and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a conversation that brings you back to yourself.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with us on Facebook:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Shannon @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:fruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;fruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s about choosing what you do with it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:00:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><itunes:title>How to Control Anger in the Moment (Without Exploding or Shutting Down)</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Manage Anger and Build Emotional Resilience - Turn Anger Into Wisdom ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt anger rise up so strongly… that you didn’t recognize yourself?</p><p></p><p>What if your anger isn’t the problem—</p><p>but a signal pointing you back to yourself?</p><p>In this episode of The Divine Return, Shannon and Kristy explore how to manage anger and build emotional resilience by transforming anger into wisdom instead of suppression or destruction.</p><p></p><p>Because anger isn’t something to fear…</p><p>it’s something to understand.</p><p></p><p>Inside this episode, we talk about:</p><ul><li>What emotional resilience really means</li><li>Why anger often turns into resentment if left unchecked</li><li>How frustration is the first signal (before anger takes over)</li><li>The subconscious stories that keep us stuck in negative patterns</li><li>How anger can either destroy… or become a catalyst for growth<br /></li></ul><p>Shannon shares a powerful personal story about how unprocessed anger led to:</p><ul><li>Negative spirals</li><li>Disconnection in relationships</li><li>Feeling stuck and out of alignment<p></p></li></ul><p>And how learning to use anger as feedback instead of reacting to it completely changed her life, her motherhood, and her purpose.</p><p></p><p>You’ll learn how to:</p><ul><li>Recognize anger as a signal instead of a problem</li><li>Stop the cycle of frustration → anger → resentment</li><li>Shift out of victim mentality and into aligned action</li><li>Use emotional awareness to create real change</li><li>Rewire your mindset through gratitude and intentional focus<p></p></li></ul><p>✨ Because emotional resilience isn’t about never feeling anger…</p><p></p><p>Connect with us on Facebook: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/</a></p><p></p><p>Connect with Shannon @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Kristy @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:fruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">fruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p>It’s about choosing what you do with it.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a64d2eef-ce99-414e-99c3-c9ebd56db144</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/bc086f79ac9cb0e51e46a686614099c094dbe2f84dd5d06587e114f8fac3ed8f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhNjRkMmVlZi1jZTk5LTQxNGUtOTljMy1jOWViZDU2ZGIxNDQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkNjdmMzcwMzhkNTEyMTY5ZmYxNmY3L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC04X18xOC0xNS01MS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="10153918" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/a64d2eef-ce99-414e-99c3-c9ebd56db144/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Have you ever felt anger rise up so strongly… that you didn’t recognize yourself?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What if your anger isn’t the problem—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;but a signal pointing you back to yourself?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Divine Return, Shannon and Kristy explore how to manage anger and build emotional resilience by transforming anger into wisdom instead of suppression or destruction.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because anger isn’t something to fear…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;it’s something to understand.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Inside this episode, we talk about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;What emotional resilience really means&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why anger often turns into resentment if left unchecked&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How frustration is the first signal (before anger takes over)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The subconscious stories that keep us stuck in negative patterns&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How anger can either destroy… or become a catalyst for growth&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Shannon shares a powerful personal story about how unprocessed anger led to:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Negative spirals&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Disconnection in relationships&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Feeling stuck and out of alignment&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;And how learning to use anger as feedback instead of reacting to it completely changed her life, her motherhood, and her purpose.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You’ll learn how to:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Recognize anger as a signal instead of a problem&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Stop the cycle of frustration → anger → resentment&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Shift out of victim mentality and into aligned action&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Use emotional awareness to create real change&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rewire your mindset through gratitude and intentional focus&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;✨ Because emotional resilience isn’t about never feeling anger…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with us on Facebook: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GfSrX7HPG/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Shannon @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy @ &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:fruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;fruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s about choosing what you do with it.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:21:09</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:title>How to Manage Anger and Build Emotional Resilience - Turn Anger Into Wisdom </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Intuition? How to Always Trust Your Gut and Stop Overriding Your Inner Authority]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>Should you trust your gut?</b></p><p>Or has life taught you to second-guess it… overthink it… or ignore it completely?</p><p></p><p>In this episode, Shannon dives into <b>what intuition really is</b>—and why so many of us have learned to override the very inner guidance that was designed to lead us.</p><p></p><p>We explore the <b>difference between instinct, intuition, and inner authority,</b> and how your body is constantly communicating with you through subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) signals. From tightness in your chest to a quiet sense of peace, your <b>body holds a deep intelligence</b> that often knows the truth before your mind can make sense of it.</p><p></p><p><b>But what happens when we stop listening?</b></p><p></p><p>Together, we unpack how <b>conditioning, fear, people-pleasing, and the need for certainty can disconnect us from our intuition</b>—and how that disconnection can show up in our <b>relationships, decisions, and overall sense of alignment.</b></p><p></p><p>You’ll also learn how intuition actually feels in the body, how to <b>recognize your personal “yes” and “no,”</b> and how your unique design (including <b>Human Design authorities like the sacral response</b>) plays a role in how you’re meant to make decisions.</p><p></p><p>This conversation is a gentle invitation to <b>rebuild trust with yourself</b>—to <b>stop overriding your inner authority</b> and begin listening to the wisdom that has been within you all along.</p><p>In this episode, we explore:</p><p></p><ul><li><b>What intuition really is</b> (and what it’s not)</li><li>The <b>difference between instinct, fear, and inner knowing</b></li><li>How your <b>body communicates intuitive signals</b></li><li><b>Why we override our gut—and how to stop</b></li><li><b>Human Design</b> and <b>trusting your inner authority</b></li><li>What it looks like to<b> live in alignment with your intuition</b><p></p><p>If you’ve ever <b>questioned your inner voice</b> or <b>felt disconnected from your truth</b>, this episode will help you <b>come back home to yourself</b>—with more clarity, trust, and peace.</p><p>If this episode resonated with you, we’d love for you to stay connected.</p><p>Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss future conversations designed to support your growth, healing, and return to your authentic self.</p><p>If someone came to mind while listening, share this episode with them—you never know how one conversation can open something meaningful in someone’s life.</p><p>And if you’re feeling called to go deeper, we invite you to join our Facebook community, where we continue these conversations, share tools and insights, and create a space for you to be seen, supported, and understood.</p><p>It’s also where you can personally connect with us, Kristy and Shannon, and be part of a community of women walking this journey alongside you.</p><p>We’re so grateful you’re here. 🤍</p><p></p><p><b>Connect in our Facebook Community: </b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Sp1mpECND/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Sp1mpECND/</a></p><p><b>Connect with Shannon Perez: </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank"><b>everlywholelife@gmail.com</b></a></p><p><b>Connect with Kristy Riese: </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank"><b>thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</b></a></p><p><b><br /><br /></b></p></li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9e3329fd-27c6-4572-a66e-e3e542d3b4fe</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/aca097aa232917f7c5739412f8dbfd08132b79f5ef05df18a0a03897c619e932/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5ZTMzMjlmZC0yN2M2LTQ1NzItYTY2ZS1lM2U1NDJkM2I0ZmUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljZGExYzQwNDAyYTJiYWI4YjdmZGU0L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC0yX18wLTUyLTUyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="26436275" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/9e3329fd-27c6-4572-a66e-e3e542d3b4fe/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Should you trust your gut?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Or has life taught you to second-guess it… overthink it… or ignore it completely?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Shannon dives into &lt;b&gt;what intuition really is&lt;/b&gt;—and why so many of us have learned to override the very inner guidance that was designed to lead us.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We explore the &lt;b&gt;difference between instinct, intuition, and inner authority,&lt;/b&gt; and how your body is constantly communicating with you through subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) signals. From tightness in your chest to a quiet sense of peace, your &lt;b&gt;body holds a deep intelligence&lt;/b&gt; that often knows the truth before your mind can make sense of it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;But what happens when we stop listening?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Together, we unpack how &lt;b&gt;conditioning, fear, people-pleasing, and the need for certainty can disconnect us from our intuition&lt;/b&gt;—and how that disconnection can show up in our &lt;b&gt;relationships, decisions, and overall sense of alignment.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You’ll also learn how intuition actually feels in the body, how to &lt;b&gt;recognize your personal “yes” and “no,”&lt;/b&gt; and how your unique design (including &lt;b&gt;Human Design authorities like the sacral response&lt;/b&gt;) plays a role in how you’re meant to make decisions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation is a gentle invitation to &lt;b&gt;rebuild trust with yourself&lt;/b&gt;—to &lt;b&gt;stop overriding your inner authority&lt;/b&gt; and begin listening to the wisdom that has been within you all along.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we explore:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;What intuition really is&lt;/b&gt; (and what it’s not)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The &lt;b&gt;difference between instinct, fear, and inner knowing&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How your &lt;b&gt;body communicates intuitive signals&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Why we override our gut—and how to stop&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Human Design&lt;/b&gt; and &lt;b&gt;trusting your inner authority&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What it looks like to&lt;b&gt; live in alignment with your intuition&lt;/b&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever &lt;b&gt;questioned your inner voice&lt;/b&gt; or &lt;b&gt;felt disconnected from your truth&lt;/b&gt;, this episode will help you &lt;b&gt;come back home to yourself&lt;/b&gt;—with more clarity, trust, and peace.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this episode resonated with you, we’d love for you to stay connected.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss future conversations designed to support your growth, healing, and return to your authentic self.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If someone came to mind while listening, share this episode with them—you never know how one conversation can open something meaningful in someone’s life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And if you’re feeling called to go deeper, we invite you to join our Facebook community, where we continue these conversations, share tools and insights, and create a space for you to be seen, supported, and understood.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s also where you can personally connect with us, Kristy and Shannon, and be part of a community of women walking this journey alongside you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’re so grateful you’re here. 🤍&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect in our Facebook Community: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Sp1mpECND/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Sp1mpECND/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect with Shannon Perez: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect with Kristy Riese: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:18:21</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:title>What is Intuition? How to Always Trust Your Gut and Stop Overriding Your Inner Authority</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Human Design Type for Self Acceptance, Healthy Relationships, and Transformational  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In Part 2 or our conversation with <b>Naomi Fox Reina (an astrology and human design expert)</b>, we go deeper into what happens after <b>awakening</b> of <b>self-discovery</b> and how to apply it to your life.</p><p></p><p>After learning to interpret her <b>astrological birth chart</b> and <b>human design</b>, Naomi began to experience something many people are searching for - true <b>self-acceptance</b>. Instead of trying to force herself into roles and expectations that never felt quite right, she learned how to honor her unique design and energy. </p><p></p><p>This shift didn’t just change how Naomi saw herself - it <b>transformed</b> how she relates to the people she loves most. It shifted her <b>spiritual and emotional healing</b>. </p><p></p><p>Naomi shares how understanding her design helped her cultivate a <b>healthier relationship</b> with her <b>husband</b> <b>and children</b>, allowing her to <b>approach communication, expectations, and emotional dynamics with greater compassion and awareness</b>. She offers real-life examples of how this knowledge has helped her better understand not only herself, but also the people in her life, family, friends, and clients. </p><p></p><p>Through astrology and human design, Naomi now <b>helps others</b> - especially <b>female entrepreneurs</b> and women seeking deeper self-understanding - learn how to work with their <b>natural strengths, build aligned businesses, and create more fulfilling relationships</b>. </p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, Naomi shares how learning your <b>unique design</b> can open the door to <b>greater self-acceptance, stronger relationships, and a healthier way of living and leading. </b></p><p></p><p>In this episode we explore:</p><p></p><ul><li>How <b>human design and astrology support deep self-acceptance</b></li><li><b>What it means to be a Projector, Generator, and Manifesting Generator</b></li><li><b>What a Human Design Profile Type means</b></li><li><b>Understanding</b> <b>yourself</b> and others through energetic design</li><li>How Naomi’s<b> self-awareness</b> <b>strengthened her marriage and family relationships</b></li><li>Applying astrology and human design to <b>everyday life</b></li><li>How Naomi now <b>helps women and entrepreneurs live and work in alignment</b></li></ul><p></p><p>If you’ve ever wanted to better understand yourself - or the people closest to you - this conversation offers a powerful reminder that <b>awareness can transform the way we live, love, and lead. </b></p><p></p><p><b>Connect with Shannon Perez: </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank"><b>everlywholelife@gmail.com</b></a></p><p>Connect with Kristy Riese: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p>Join our Facebook Community: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18Hf3E3bSr/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18Hf3E3bSr/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6453a78d-0b7a-47c7-ad97-c543324e1801</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:15:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b5b8852535ff4c3e8fa57b691ad8cf74285a88a6c21c9c53a9c89c8abd3ae87e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2NDUzYTc4ZC0wYjdhLTQ3YzctYWQ5Ny1jNTQzMzI0ZTE4MDEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliYWIzYmE4MDAyNDJmNWU5NWMyMzA0L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMy0xOF9fMTUtMTYtMjYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="50223586" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/6453a78d-0b7a-47c7-ad97-c543324e1801/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In Part 2 or our conversation with &lt;b&gt;Naomi Fox Reina (an astrology and human design expert)&lt;/b&gt;, we go deeper into what happens after &lt;b&gt;awakening&lt;/b&gt; of &lt;b&gt;self-discovery&lt;/b&gt; and how to apply it to your life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;After learning to interpret her &lt;b&gt;astrological birth chart&lt;/b&gt; and &lt;b&gt;human design&lt;/b&gt;, Naomi began to experience something many people are searching for - true &lt;b&gt;self-acceptance&lt;/b&gt;. Instead of trying to force herself into roles and expectations that never felt quite right, she learned how to honor her unique design and energy. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This shift didn’t just change how Naomi saw herself - it &lt;b&gt;transformed&lt;/b&gt; how she relates to the people she loves most. It shifted her &lt;b&gt;spiritual and emotional healing&lt;/b&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Naomi shares how understanding her design helped her cultivate a &lt;b&gt;healthier relationship&lt;/b&gt; with her &lt;b&gt;husband&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;and children&lt;/b&gt;, allowing her to &lt;b&gt;approach communication, expectations, and emotional dynamics with greater compassion and awareness&lt;/b&gt;. She offers real-life examples of how this knowledge has helped her better understand not only herself, but also the people in her life, family, friends, and clients. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through astrology and human design, Naomi now &lt;b&gt;helps others&lt;/b&gt; - especially &lt;b&gt;female entrepreneurs&lt;/b&gt; and women seeking deeper self-understanding - learn how to work with their &lt;b&gt;natural strengths, build aligned businesses, and create more fulfilling relationships&lt;/b&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Naomi shares how learning your &lt;b&gt;unique design&lt;/b&gt; can open the door to &lt;b&gt;greater self-acceptance, stronger relationships, and a healthier way of living and leading. &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode we explore:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;How &lt;b&gt;human design and astrology support deep self-acceptance&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;What it means to be a Projector, Generator, and Manifesting Generator&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;What a Human Design Profile Type means&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Understanding&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;yourself&lt;/b&gt; and others through energetic design&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How Naomi’s&lt;b&gt; self-awareness&lt;/b&gt; &lt;b&gt;strengthened her marriage and family relationships&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Applying astrology and human design to &lt;b&gt;everyday life&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How Naomi now &lt;b&gt;helps women and entrepreneurs live and work in alignment&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever wanted to better understand yourself - or the people closest to you - this conversation offers a powerful reminder that &lt;b&gt;awareness can transform the way we live, love, and lead. &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect with Shannon Perez: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy Riese: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our Facebook Community: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18Hf3E3bSr/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18Hf3E3bSr/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:53</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Understanding Human Design Type for Self Acceptance, Healthy Relationships, and Transformational  </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Journey to Self Discovery: How Astrology & Human Design Confirmed Naomi Fox Reina’s Sense of Purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when you finally understand the design you were created to live by?</p><p></p><p>In this episode, Kristy and Shannon sit down with <b>Naomi Fox Reina</b>, a <b>Human Design Projector</b>, <b>Astrology</b>, and <b>successful female entrepreneur,</b> to explore the deeply personal story that led her to the work she does today. </p><p></p><p>For years, Naomi found herself navigating <b>unhealthy relationships</b>, <b>conditioning</b>, and a life that felt <b>misaligned</b> with who she truly was. Like many women, she followed the expectations placed on her - until life transitions and difficult seasons pushed her to begin searching for deeper answers - <b>spiritual alignment</b>. </p><p></p><p>That search led her to <b>Astrology</b> and <b>Human Design</b>. </p><p></p><p>Through interpreting her <b>astrological birth chart</b> and <b>human design</b>, Naomi began uncovering profound truths about her <b>identity</b>, her <b>energy</b>, and the <b>purpose</b> she was always meant to live. What once felt confusing suddenly <b>began to make sense</b>. <b>Patterns</b> from her past revealed their meaning, and the path toward <b>living in alignment</b>, <b>faith</b>, and her <b>authentic self</b>.</p><p></p><p>In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Naomi shares the story behind her awakening - how discovering her unique design helped her reclaim her identity, reconnect with God, and step into the life and business she was always meant to lead. </p><p></p><p>This episode is for anyone who has ever felt out of alignment, questioned their purpose, or wondered if there is a deeper blueprint guiding their life. </p><p></p><p>In this episode we explore:<br /></p><ul><li>Naomi’s journey through <b>conditioning</b> and <b>unhealthy relationships - divorce</b></li><li>How astrology and human design helped her <b>make sense of life transitions</b></li><li>What is means to live according to your <b>unique energetic design</b></li><li><b>Reclaiming identity</b> and purpose through <b>self-discovery</b></li><li>Naoim’s path into <b>entrepreneurship</b> and <b>helping others </b></li></ul><p><br /></p><p>If you’ve ever wondered how astrology and human design can <b>illuminate your purpose</b> and help you step into your <b>authentic life</b>, this conversation will <b>open your perspective</b>. </p><p><br /></p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out the next episode where Naomi continues an even deeper conversation with us. </p><p><br />Connect with Shannon Perez: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Kristy Riese: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p>Join our Facebook Community: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18V7xmSYqA/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18V7xmSYqA/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0e1f9191-7a45-44ec-9d1f-fc66676325bd</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:15:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/29e9188d1fddcb3f1a08cc6e4b4ef7c46d58488677de4c3bb77be82e4346025c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwZTFmOTE5MS03YTQ1LTQ0ZWMtOWQxZi1mYzY2Njc2MzI1YmQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliYWIwYTM1NmZjZGY2OTcxZDlmMGVlL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMy0xOF9fMTUtMy0xNS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="35731896" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/0e1f9191-7a45-44ec-9d1f-fc66676325bd/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What happens when you finally understand the design you were created to live by?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Kristy and Shannon sit down with &lt;b&gt;Naomi Fox Reina&lt;/b&gt;, a &lt;b&gt;Human Design Projector&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;Astrology&lt;/b&gt;, and &lt;b&gt;successful female entrepreneur,&lt;/b&gt; to explore the deeply personal story that led her to the work she does today. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For years, Naomi found herself navigating &lt;b&gt;unhealthy relationships&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;conditioning&lt;/b&gt;, and a life that felt &lt;b&gt;misaligned&lt;/b&gt; with who she truly was. Like many women, she followed the expectations placed on her - until life transitions and difficult seasons pushed her to begin searching for deeper answers - &lt;b&gt;spiritual alignment&lt;/b&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;That search led her to &lt;b&gt;Astrology&lt;/b&gt; and &lt;b&gt;Human Design&lt;/b&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through interpreting her &lt;b&gt;astrological birth chart&lt;/b&gt; and &lt;b&gt;human design&lt;/b&gt;, Naomi began uncovering profound truths about her &lt;b&gt;identity&lt;/b&gt;, her &lt;b&gt;energy&lt;/b&gt;, and the &lt;b&gt;purpose&lt;/b&gt; she was always meant to live. What once felt confusing suddenly &lt;b&gt;began to make sense&lt;/b&gt;. &lt;b&gt;Patterns&lt;/b&gt; from her past revealed their meaning, and the path toward &lt;b&gt;living in alignment&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;faith&lt;/b&gt;, and her &lt;b&gt;authentic self&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Naomi shares the story behind her awakening - how discovering her unique design helped her reclaim her identity, reconnect with God, and step into the life and business she was always meant to lead. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is for anyone who has ever felt out of alignment, questioned their purpose, or wondered if there is a deeper blueprint guiding their life. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode we explore:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Naomi’s journey through &lt;b&gt;conditioning&lt;/b&gt; and &lt;b&gt;unhealthy relationships - divorce&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How astrology and human design helped her &lt;b&gt;make sense of life transitions&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What is means to live according to your &lt;b&gt;unique energetic design&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Reclaiming identity&lt;/b&gt; and purpose through &lt;b&gt;self-discovery&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Naoim’s path into &lt;b&gt;entrepreneurship&lt;/b&gt; and &lt;b&gt;helping others &lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever wondered how astrology and human design can &lt;b&gt;illuminate your purpose&lt;/b&gt; and help you step into your &lt;b&gt;authentic life&lt;/b&gt;, this conversation will &lt;b&gt;open your perspective&lt;/b&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out the next episode where Naomi continues an even deeper conversation with us. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Connect with Shannon Perez: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy Riese: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our Facebook Community: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18V7xmSYqA/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18V7xmSYqA/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:24:49</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Journey to Self Discovery: How Astrology &amp; Human Design Confirmed Naomi Fox Reina’s Sense of Purpose</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Silent Struggle of Infertility in Women: The Art of Surrender & Divine Timing]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Letting go of what we cannot control can feel incredibly difficult. When life doesn’t unfold the way we expected, our instinct is often to hold on even tighter — trying to force certainty in situations that feel deeply uncertain.</p><p><br /></p><p>According to a medical review published by the Cleveland Clinic in April 2023, <b>primary infertility affects approximately 1 in 5 women between the ages of 15 and 49</b>. Yet despite how common infertility is, many women experience it in silence, carrying the emotional, physical, and financial burdens alone.</p><p><br /></p><p>In this deeply personal episode,<b> Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez</b> share their similar — yet unique — journeys through infertility and the emotional process of learning <b>the art of surrendering control.</b></p><p><br /></p><p>Infertility often brings feelings of isolation, silent struggle, anxiety, depression, shame, and the overwhelming pressure of wanting to control outcomes that are ultimately beyond our control.</p><p><br /></p><p>Kristy shares her experience navigating infertility through <b>IVF treatments</b>, and the unexpected blessing of a <b>spontaneous pregnancy afterward</b>. Shannon shares her own story of <b>natural conception</b> after a season of surrender, where faith, healing, and releasing the pressure to control timing became essential parts of her journey.</p><p><br /></p><p>Both women open up about what it truly means to <b>let go and let God</b>, trusting in <b>His divine timing</b> even when the path forward feels uncertain.</p><p><br /></p><p>This is an episode you’ll want to listen to all the way through as Shannon and Kristy also share their insights on <b>preparing your body</b> — <b>your temple</b> — <b>to support fertility and increase your chances of conceiving naturally.</b></p><p><br /></p><p>If you are walking through infertility, waiting for a child, or struggling to release control over life’s deepest desires, our hope is that this conversation helps you feel <b>seen, heard, understood, and less alone</b> on your journey.</p><p><br />Connect with Shannon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Kristy: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p>Join our Facebook Community: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BkRKAqrvu/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BkRKAqrvu/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c2a515eb-4549-40cd-acb3-6c407d8dd75d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/7c1b0f8152d1f39ab9007cda69ba1d1d0a59c2f51787427540cbf7b25ac27469/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjMmE1MTVlYi00NTQ5LTQwY2QtYWNiMy02YzQwN2Q4ZGQ3NWQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliNzRhOTE0ZGNlZjM4YTgzYmYxMTAxL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMy0xNl9fMS0xMC01Ny5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="34025369" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/c2a515eb-4549-40cd-acb3-6c407d8dd75d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Letting go of what we cannot control can feel incredibly difficult. When life doesn’t unfold the way we expected, our instinct is often to hold on even tighter — trying to force certainty in situations that feel deeply uncertain.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;According to a medical review published by the Cleveland Clinic in April 2023, &lt;b&gt;primary infertility affects approximately 1 in 5 women between the ages of 15 and 49&lt;/b&gt;. Yet despite how common infertility is, many women experience it in silence, carrying the emotional, physical, and financial burdens alone.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this deeply personal episode,&lt;b&gt; Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez&lt;/b&gt; share their similar — yet unique — journeys through infertility and the emotional process of learning &lt;b&gt;the art of surrendering control.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Infertility often brings feelings of isolation, silent struggle, anxiety, depression, shame, and the overwhelming pressure of wanting to control outcomes that are ultimately beyond our control.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Kristy shares her experience navigating infertility through &lt;b&gt;IVF treatments&lt;/b&gt;, and the unexpected blessing of a &lt;b&gt;spontaneous pregnancy afterward&lt;/b&gt;. Shannon shares her own story of &lt;b&gt;natural conception&lt;/b&gt; after a season of surrender, where faith, healing, and releasing the pressure to control timing became essential parts of her journey.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Both women open up about what it truly means to &lt;b&gt;let go and let God&lt;/b&gt;, trusting in &lt;b&gt;His divine timing&lt;/b&gt; even when the path forward feels uncertain.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is an episode you’ll want to listen to all the way through as Shannon and Kristy also share their insights on &lt;b&gt;preparing your body&lt;/b&gt; — &lt;b&gt;your temple&lt;/b&gt; — &lt;b&gt;to support fertility and increase your chances of conceiving naturally.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you are walking through infertility, waiting for a child, or struggling to release control over life’s deepest desires, our hope is that this conversation helps you feel &lt;b&gt;seen, heard, understood, and less alone&lt;/b&gt; on your journey.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Connect with Shannon: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our Facebook Community: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BkRKAqrvu/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BkRKAqrvu/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:23:38</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Silent Struggle of Infertility in Women: The Art of Surrender &amp; Divine Timing</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Title: What Does It Mean To Be Your Authentic Self: 5 False Identities that Women Feel Stuck In]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What is a false identity, and how do you know if you’re truly being your authentic self?<br /><br />Many of us move through life wearing invisible armor—patterns we developed to stay safe, loved, or accepted. Over time, these identities can quietly shape who we believe we have to be: the overachiever, the people pleaser, the good girl, the rescuer, the controller, or the voice of imposter syndrome that whispers we’re not enough.<br /><br />In this episode, Shannon Perez and Kristy Riese explore the five protective identities many women unknowingly carry. These roles may have helped you survive childhood expectations, emotional wounds, or the pressure to perform—but they can also keep you disconnected from your true, authentic self.<br /><br />Together, Shannon and Kristy unpack:<br /><br />• What a false identity really is and how it forms<br />• The psychology behind the overachiever and perfectionist pattern<br />• Good girl syndrome and the hidden cost of constant approval-seeking<br />• How people pleasing disconnects you from your real voice<br />• Why the rescuer identity needs to be needed<br />• The subtle ways imposter syndrome and control patterns keep you stuck<br /><br />Through personal stories, compassionate insight, and practical reframes, they reveal how these identities develop—and how awareness is the first step toward healing.<br /><br />You’ll learn how to recognize when these protective patterns show up in your life and how to begin releasing them with compassion rather than shame. Because the goal isn’t to judge the armor—it’s to thank it for protecting you and gently retire it with honor. <br /><br />If you’ve ever wondered:<br /><br />• Ever wonder why you think that you have to prove your   worth?<br />• Have you ever wondered why you are a people pleaser?</p><p>• Do you struggle to let go of control and wonder why it’s so hard?<br />• Do you desire to live more authentically?<br />This conversation will help you see yourself with new clarity and compassion.<br /><br />Your authentic self isn’t something you have to become.<br />It’s who you already are—waiting beneath the armor.</p><h5>Shannon</h5><p>Feel free to edit anything that you feel fit! <br /><br />Let me know what you think!</p><h5>Shannon</h5><p>Do you think that we answer those main basic bullet points? <br /><br />I wonder if we do this the other way where we have our them, SEO search, throw description into Chap and see what it says and then based on that do our version of the recording? </p><p></p><p>Join our Facebook Community: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Dwj3XEs6D/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Dwj3XEs6D/</a></p><p></p><p>Connect with Shannon Perez: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Kristy Riese: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">af2071ef-e338-41fb-9c00-c9446e489576</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/626cd811f8304b40ff564f3166a26b9ed0eeb1d1253ac49a87ccdc887f7acebf/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhZjIwNzFlZi1lMzM4LTQxZmItOWMwMC1jOTQ0NmU0ODk1NzYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhYjE3Nzc2ZmEwYmRhMzJiZWU3MDg4L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMy02X18xOS01LTQzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="31155243" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/af2071ef-e338-41fb-9c00-c9446e489576/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What is a false identity, and how do you know if you’re truly being your authentic self?&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Many of us move through life wearing invisible armor—patterns we developed to stay safe, loved, or accepted. Over time, these identities can quietly shape who we believe we have to be: the overachiever, the people pleaser, the good girl, the rescuer, the controller, or the voice of imposter syndrome that whispers we’re not enough.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In this episode, Shannon Perez and Kristy Riese explore the five protective identities many women unknowingly carry. These roles may have helped you survive childhood expectations, emotional wounds, or the pressure to perform—but they can also keep you disconnected from your true, authentic self.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Together, Shannon and Kristy unpack:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;• What a false identity really is and how it forms&lt;br /&gt;• The psychology behind the overachiever and perfectionist pattern&lt;br /&gt;• Good girl syndrome and the hidden cost of constant approval-seeking&lt;br /&gt;• How people pleasing disconnects you from your real voice&lt;br /&gt;• Why the rescuer identity needs to be needed&lt;br /&gt;• The subtle ways imposter syndrome and control patterns keep you stuck&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Through personal stories, compassionate insight, and practical reframes, they reveal how these identities develop—and how awareness is the first step toward healing.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;You’ll learn how to recognize when these protective patterns show up in your life and how to begin releasing them with compassion rather than shame. Because the goal isn’t to judge the armor—it’s to thank it for protecting you and gently retire it with honor. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you’ve ever wondered:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;• Ever wonder why you think that you have to prove your   worth?&lt;br /&gt;• Have you ever wondered why you are a people pleaser?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• Do you struggle to let go of control and wonder why it’s so hard?&lt;br /&gt;• Do you desire to live more authentically?&lt;br /&gt;This conversation will help you see yourself with new clarity and compassion.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Your authentic self isn’t something you have to become.&lt;br /&gt;It’s who you already are—waiting beneath the armor.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h5&gt;Shannon&lt;/h5&gt;&lt;p&gt;Feel free to edit anything that you feel fit! &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Let me know what you think!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;h5&gt;Shannon&lt;/h5&gt;&lt;p&gt;Do you think that we answer those main basic bullet points? &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;I wonder if we do this the other way where we have our them, SEO search, throw description into Chap and see what it says and then based on that do our version of the recording? &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our Facebook Community: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Dwj3XEs6D/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Dwj3XEs6D/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Shannon Perez: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy Riese: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:21:38</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Title: What Does It Mean To Be Your Authentic Self: 5 False Identities that Women Feel Stuck In</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Emotional Masks We Wear: Heal Your Inner Child to Find Your True Self with Ashley Posey]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Motherhood is often the ultimate mirror — reflecting back the parts of ourselves that still need healing.<br /><br />In this powerful conversation, Shannon and Kristy sit down with Ashley Posey to explore inner child work, emotional regulation, and the invisible emotional mask we wear as women and mothers.<br /><br />If you’ve ever wondered:<br />•Why your children trigger you<br />•How to heal your inner child<br />•How to find your true self again after becoming a mom<br />•Or how to break generational cycles without losing yourself in the process…<br /><br />This episode is for you.<br /><br />Ashley shares how healing your inner child becomes the gateway to conscious parenting and emotional freedom. We unpack the “mask we wear” in survival mode — the performance, the over-functioning, the emotional armor — and how to gently remove it so you can be your true self in motherhood, marriage, and everyday life.<br /><br />Whether you’re navigating postpartum identity shifts or simply asking, “How do I find myself again?” this conversation offers practical tools for healing, self-awareness, and aligned living.<br /><br />In this episode, we explore:<br />•Inner Child Work: How to heal your inner child through everyday triggers<br />•The Emotional Mask: Recognizing the survival patterns that disconnect you from your real self<br />•Breaking Generational Cycles: Moving from reactive parenting to conscious choice<br />•Finding Your True Self: Reclaiming your identity outside of the roles you carry<br />•Emotional Regulation Tools: Grounded practices for family wellness and holistic mental health<br /><br />Motherhood doesn’t just shape our children — it reshapes us. The question is: will we stay armored… or will we heal?<br /><br />This is your invitation to remove the mask, find yourself again, and return home to who you’ve always been.</p><p></p><p>Connect with Ashley: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ashleyposey.holisticacceptance@gmail.com" target="_blank">ashleyposey.holisticacceptance@gmail.com</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.holisticacceptance.com" target="_blank">www.holisticacceptance.com</a></p><p>704-621-4766</p><p></p><p>Join our Facebook Community: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1899FcyVB7/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1899FcyVB7/</a></p><p></p><p>Connect with Shannon Perez: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p>Connect with Kristy Riese: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3bc40d3a-f4f1-4290-9d00-927b7a98fa64</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a9e0f15e5036ece5c1111bf110b454ebeb00f872c0249547ccb766e229f5b6e6/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzYmM0MGQzYS1mNGYxLTQyOTAtOWQwMC05MjdiN2E5OGZhNjQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhNGE3NzdmOTFmNzY4Y2EyYzBkYjUxL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMy0xX18yMS01NC0xNS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="79817604" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Motherhood is often the ultimate mirror — reflecting back the parts of ourselves that still need healing.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In this powerful conversation, Shannon and Kristy sit down with Ashley Posey to explore inner child work, emotional regulation, and the invisible emotional mask we wear as women and mothers.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you’ve ever wondered:&lt;br /&gt;•Why your children trigger you&lt;br /&gt;•How to heal your inner child&lt;br /&gt;•How to find your true self again after becoming a mom&lt;br /&gt;•Or how to break generational cycles without losing yourself in the process…&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This episode is for you.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Ashley shares how healing your inner child becomes the gateway to conscious parenting and emotional freedom. We unpack the “mask we wear” in survival mode — the performance, the over-functioning, the emotional armor — and how to gently remove it so you can be your true self in motherhood, marriage, and everyday life.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you’re navigating postpartum identity shifts or simply asking, “How do I find myself again?” this conversation offers practical tools for healing, self-awareness, and aligned living.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In this episode, we explore:&lt;br /&gt;•Inner Child Work: How to heal your inner child through everyday triggers&lt;br /&gt;•The Emotional Mask: Recognizing the survival patterns that disconnect you from your real self&lt;br /&gt;•Breaking Generational Cycles: Moving from reactive parenting to conscious choice&lt;br /&gt;•Finding Your True Self: Reclaiming your identity outside of the roles you carry&lt;br /&gt;•Emotional Regulation Tools: Grounded practices for family wellness and holistic mental health&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Motherhood doesn’t just shape our children — it reshapes us. The question is: will we stay armored… or will we heal?&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This is your invitation to remove the mask, find yourself again, and return home to who you’ve always been.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Ashley: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:ashleyposey.holisticacceptance@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;ashleyposey.holisticacceptance@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.holisticacceptance.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.holisticacceptance.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;704-621-4766&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our Facebook Community: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1899FcyVB7/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1899FcyVB7/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Shannon Perez: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy Riese: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:55:26</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Emotional Masks We Wear: Heal Your Inner Child to Find Your True Self with Ashley Posey</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Suppressing Emotions Is Keeping You Stuck—and How Movement Sets You Free]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Amanda Newman shares her journey from emotional upheaval to deep self-trust, revealing how surrender, movement, and reconnecting with feminine wisdom helped her return to her authentic self.<br /><br />Together, we explore what it means to listen to the quiet inner whispers that guide life-changing decisions, move through grief and emotional blocks, and reclaim confidence through embodied practices like movement, voice activation, and sacred sensuality. Amanda opens up about healing old wounds, navigating vulnerability, and cultivating compassion through trust — both with yourself and with the Divine.<br /><br />This conversation is an invitation to soften, release what no longer fits, and remember the wild, instinctual part of yourself that knows how to live fully. If you’re longing for emotional freedom, deeper self-love, and a life rooted in pleasure, purpose, and authenticity, this episode will meet you right where you are.<br /><br />Hit play and begin your return home to yourself.</p><p></p><p>Private Facebook Community: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Ae1mHSpP7/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Ae1mHSpP7/</a></p><p></p><p>Contact Kristy Riese: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p>Contact Shannon Riese: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c7a9675c-6922-40ea-90c2-e2cb3140fba6</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/32d2eadd3818f2ae2fb85dacb8cd5a41f071b2c8aca8bd9f55db56eedb8c2a96/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjN2E5Njc1Yy02OTIyLTQwZWEtOTBjMi1lMmNiMzE0MGZiYTYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5MGNiYjg3NTIyYThjMmZiN2YwOGVlL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMi0xNF9fMjAtMjMtMzYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="52986505" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Amanda Newman shares her journey from emotional upheaval to deep self-trust, revealing how surrender, movement, and reconnecting with feminine wisdom helped her return to her authentic self.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Together, we explore what it means to listen to the quiet inner whispers that guide life-changing decisions, move through grief and emotional blocks, and reclaim confidence through embodied practices like movement, voice activation, and sacred sensuality. Amanda opens up about healing old wounds, navigating vulnerability, and cultivating compassion through trust — both with yourself and with the Divine.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This conversation is an invitation to soften, release what no longer fits, and remember the wild, instinctual part of yourself that knows how to live fully. If you’re longing for emotional freedom, deeper self-love, and a life rooted in pleasure, purpose, and authenticity, this episode will meet you right where you are.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Hit play and begin your return home to yourself.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Private Facebook Community: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Ae1mHSpP7/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Ae1mHSpP7/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Contact Kristy Riese: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Contact Shannon Riese: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:48</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Why Suppressing Emotions Is Keeping You Stuck—and How Movement Sets You Free</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Trying to Control Everything Keeps You Stuck — And the Simple Shift to Freedom]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Most of us develop emotional armor as protection from past hurts, fear, and conditioning. But what if true strength isn’t about staying guarded — it’s about learning how to soften?<br /><br />In this episode of Divine Return, we explore how defensiveness, control patterns, and emotional survival strategies quietly block peace, intimacy, and nervous system safety. We break down five common defensive patterns that keep women stuck — from the “right way” complex to holding others hostage to past mistakes — and share practical tools to release them.<br /><br />You’ll learn:<br />• How to stop reacting from survival mode<br />• Why emotional toughness is often disguised suppression<br />• Simple somatic tools (like the butterfly hug) to regulate big emotions<br />• How to lead with the heart instead of ego in relationships<br />• Ways to build emotional resilience without shutting down<br /><br />Kristy Riese shares personal insights on pivoting through disappointment, and Shannon Perez offers grounding practices to help you soften in real-time — even in moments of conflict or overwhelm.<br /><br />If you’ve been feeling stuck, reactive, or exhausted from trying to control everything, this conversation will help you shift from defense into connection, clarity, and calm.<br /><br />True strength isn’t about bracing — it’s about breathing.<br /><br />Tune in to begin your return from armor to aliveness.</p><p></p><p>Private Facebook Community: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CrrxXPKiT/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CrrxXPKiT/</a></p><p></p><p>Contact Kristy Riese: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a></p><p>Contact Shannon Perez: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p>Reflective Journal Prompts:</p><p>These questions are designed to help you listen to what your heart, body, and spirit may be ready to release, and what is quietly asking to be reborn/rebuilt.</p><p></p><p>Let these questions be gentle companions as you explore your own return to wholeness.</p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZT1gCRSSRNXcaigg8pu1vWW5oJOX8nsiVsu7EGxVJ2Q/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZT1gCRSSRNXcaigg8pu1vWW5oJOX8nsiVsu7EGxVJ2Q/edit?usp=sharing</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8c8a464c-5ad5-4291-8962-b5bc0ec98fd7</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/372f603b502c77a7acead31102f8babddecbcc80af7b49f3395e3fd98e94777c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4YzhhNDY0Yy01YWQ1LTQyOTEtODk2Mi1iNWJjMGVjOThmZDciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5MGNhMmIyMTU2NzFiNDRkYzhkMTE2L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMi0xNF9fMjAtMTYtNTkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="41171217" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Most of us develop emotional armor as protection from past hurts, fear, and conditioning. But what if true strength isn’t about staying guarded — it’s about learning how to soften?&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In this episode of Divine Return, we explore how defensiveness, control patterns, and emotional survival strategies quietly block peace, intimacy, and nervous system safety. We break down five common defensive patterns that keep women stuck — from the “right way” complex to holding others hostage to past mistakes — and share practical tools to release them.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;You’ll learn:&lt;br /&gt;• How to stop reacting from survival mode&lt;br /&gt;• Why emotional toughness is often disguised suppression&lt;br /&gt;• Simple somatic tools (like the butterfly hug) to regulate big emotions&lt;br /&gt;• How to lead with the heart instead of ego in relationships&lt;br /&gt;• Ways to build emotional resilience without shutting down&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Kristy Riese shares personal insights on pivoting through disappointment, and Shannon Perez offers grounding practices to help you soften in real-time — even in moments of conflict or overwhelm.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you’ve been feeling stuck, reactive, or exhausted from trying to control everything, this conversation will help you shift from defense into connection, clarity, and calm.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;True strength isn’t about bracing — it’s about breathing.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Tune in to begin your return from armor to aliveness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Private Facebook Community: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CrrxXPKiT/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CrrxXPKiT/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Contact Kristy Riese: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Contact Shannon Perez: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Reflective Journal Prompts:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;These questions are designed to help you listen to what your heart, body, and spirit may be ready to release, and what is quietly asking to be reborn/rebuilt.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Let these questions be gentle companions as you explore your own return to wholeness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZT1gCRSSRNXcaigg8pu1vWW5oJOX8nsiVsu7EGxVJ2Q/edit?usp=sharing&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZT1gCRSSRNXcaigg8pu1vWW5oJOX8nsiVsu7EGxVJ2Q/edit?usp=sharing&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:35</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Why Trying to Control Everything Keeps You Stuck — And the Simple Shift to Freedom</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hidden Power of Community in Women's Healing and Nervous System Reset]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Support isn't a luxury—it's essential for your healing and growth, especially for women balancing inner strength with the vulnerability of community. In this powerful episode, Kristy and Shannon reveal how cultivating a strong, intentional community transforms your nervous system, deepens self-trust, and accelerates healing. If you're tired of carrying the mental and emotional load alone, and ready to create meaningful connections that uplift and empower, this episode is your guide to reclaiming your time, energy, and sense of belonging.<br /><br />Discover how early childhood experiences shape your ability to ask for help and why releasing the need to do it all alone is vital for your well-being. Kristy shares her journey from independence to surrender, illustrating the profound impact of vulnerability in relationships. Shannon breaks down practical ways to build authentic community, from nurturing quality over quantity to setting boundaries that protect your energy. You'll learn specific strategies to ask for help without guilt, slow down in a culture that pushes relentless productivity, and intentionally create sisterhoods that fuel your soul.<br /><br />We'll explore critical topics like nervous system regulation, the importance of physical and spiritual support, and how to identify relationships that drain versus uplift. Learn to recognize superficial connections and prioritize the alliances that foster growth, healing, and true belonging. These insights empower you to shed societal conditioning, step into your authentic self, and foster community that truly supports your highest good.<br /><br />Why does this matter? Because the quality of your relationships directly impacts your health, happiness, and ability to thrive. Missed opportunities to nurture your community can lead to burnout, disconnection, and prolonged healing journeys. But by integrating these tools, you'll unlock a resourceful, resilient version of yourself—one supported by genuine sisterhood.<br /><br />Perfect for women seeking deeper connection, moms craving community, or anyone ready to rethink support—this episode is your blueprint for building a life rooted in trust, vulnerability, and mutual care. Step into your power by embracing community as a sacred practice. Hit play and start transforming your relationships today.<br /><br />Kristy Riese is a holistic healer and transformation guide specializing in nervous system health and authentic community-building. Shannon Perez is a mindset and wellness coach dedicated to empowering women to set boundaries and cultivate meaningful connections.<br /></p><p>Reflective journal Questions: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E5s3n6utKItnho7eeLnTa_Za_QGpgfGzIdSoeir_sHQ/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E5s3n6utKItnho7eeLnTa_Za_QGpgfGzIdSoeir_sHQ/edit?usp=sharing</a></p><p></p><p>Join our free private facebook community: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Bn7HrcumU/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Bn7HrcumU/</a></p><p></p><p>Connect with Shannon Perez: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a> </p><p>Connect with Kristy Riese: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank"><b>thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</b></a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6ec4178f-e56a-4059-b7b3-90f36332a27c</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1fd22c865a37db965313e18dcafa53fd391a4d5f4fa1cf478da705d5628ff4e7/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2ZWM0MTc4Zi1lNTZhLTQwNTktYjdiMy05MGYzNjMzMmEyN2MiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk4OTBhOTY1NjQ0YWYxMmQ1YmRkNTY1L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMi04X18yMy0xMy00Mi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="35145081" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Support isn&apos;t a luxury—it&apos;s essential for your healing and growth, especially for women balancing inner strength with the vulnerability of community. In this powerful episode, Kristy and Shannon reveal how cultivating a strong, intentional community transforms your nervous system, deepens self-trust, and accelerates healing. If you&apos;re tired of carrying the mental and emotional load alone, and ready to create meaningful connections that uplift and empower, this episode is your guide to reclaiming your time, energy, and sense of belonging.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Discover how early childhood experiences shape your ability to ask for help and why releasing the need to do it all alone is vital for your well-being. Kristy shares her journey from independence to surrender, illustrating the profound impact of vulnerability in relationships. Shannon breaks down practical ways to build authentic community, from nurturing quality over quantity to setting boundaries that protect your energy. You&apos;ll learn specific strategies to ask for help without guilt, slow down in a culture that pushes relentless productivity, and intentionally create sisterhoods that fuel your soul.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We&apos;ll explore critical topics like nervous system regulation, the importance of physical and spiritual support, and how to identify relationships that drain versus uplift. Learn to recognize superficial connections and prioritize the alliances that foster growth, healing, and true belonging. These insights empower you to shed societal conditioning, step into your authentic self, and foster community that truly supports your highest good.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Why does this matter? Because the quality of your relationships directly impacts your health, happiness, and ability to thrive. Missed opportunities to nurture your community can lead to burnout, disconnection, and prolonged healing journeys. But by integrating these tools, you&apos;ll unlock a resourceful, resilient version of yourself—one supported by genuine sisterhood.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Perfect for women seeking deeper connection, moms craving community, or anyone ready to rethink support—this episode is your blueprint for building a life rooted in trust, vulnerability, and mutual care. Step into your power by embracing community as a sacred practice. Hit play and start transforming your relationships today.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Kristy Riese is a holistic healer and transformation guide specializing in nervous system health and authentic community-building. Shannon Perez is a mindset and wellness coach dedicated to empowering women to set boundaries and cultivate meaningful connections.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Reflective journal Questions: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E5s3n6utKItnho7eeLnTa_Za_QGpgfGzIdSoeir_sHQ/edit?usp=sharing&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E5s3n6utKItnho7eeLnTa_Za_QGpgfGzIdSoeir_sHQ/edit?usp=sharing&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our free private facebook community: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Bn7HrcumU/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Bn7HrcumU/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Shannon Perez: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Kristy Riese: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:24:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Hidden Power of Community in Women&apos;s Healing and Nervous System Reset</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uncovering Core Beliefs: Transforming Frustration into Purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if your frustration isn’t a flaw… but a signal?<br /><br />In this powerful episode, Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez invite you into a deeply honest conversation about core beliefs—the subconscious stories you’ve carried for years that quietly shape your emotions, decisions, relationships, and sense of identity. If you’ve been feeling stuck in the same patterns, overwhelmed by life, or frustrated with yourself for “not being further along,” this episode will help you understand what’s really happening underneath the surface.<br /><br />Together, we explore how negative core beliefs often form through conditioning, emotional wounds, and survival responses—and how they can keep you trapped in cycles of self-abandonment, burnout, people-pleasing, and misalignment. We also share how tools like Body Code, energetic insight, and compassionate self-inquiry can help you identify and release the beliefs that no longer match who you’re becoming.<br /><br />You’ll walk away with clarity, validation, and grounded next steps to transform frustration into purpose, direction, and healing—so you can come back home to yourself and live from your true identity with confidence and peace.<br /><br /> In this episode, we cover:<br />•How subconscious core beliefs fuel frustration, anxiety, and emotional triggers<br />•Signs you’re operating from old programming instead of your authentic self<br />•How to uncover the root belief behind patterns that keep repeating<br />•Using Body Code and energetic tools to support emotional release and clarity<br />•Rebuilding self-trust and choosing alignment over survival mode<br /><br />If you’re ready to stop reacting from old wounds and start living with intention, this episode is for you.<br /><br /> Press play and begin the process of uncovering what’s been hidden—so you can rise into purpose with truth, wholeness, and strength.</p><p></p><p>Join our Private Facebook Community: </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/181vEM6i11/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/181vEM6i11/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">1225b3ae-42ee-4d3b-8a15-f72e41949199</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1c6a020de9742b7d11a7b37665eb830c0db7b00aa33b670d15d9bcf5039edf70/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxMjI1YjNhZS00MmVlLTRkM2ItOGExNS1mNzJlNDE5NDkxOTkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3NjljMDliYmZlNmVjZGYyOGNlOGM5L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMS0yNV9fMjMtNDEtMTMubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="15474494" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What if your frustration isn’t a flaw… but a signal?&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In this powerful episode, Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez invite you into a deeply honest conversation about core beliefs—the subconscious stories you’ve carried for years that quietly shape your emotions, decisions, relationships, and sense of identity. If you’ve been feeling stuck in the same patterns, overwhelmed by life, or frustrated with yourself for “not being further along,” this episode will help you understand what’s really happening underneath the surface.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Together, we explore how negative core beliefs often form through conditioning, emotional wounds, and survival responses—and how they can keep you trapped in cycles of self-abandonment, burnout, people-pleasing, and misalignment. We also share how tools like Body Code, energetic insight, and compassionate self-inquiry can help you identify and release the beliefs that no longer match who you’re becoming.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;You’ll walk away with clarity, validation, and grounded next steps to transform frustration into purpose, direction, and healing—so you can come back home to yourself and live from your true identity with confidence and peace.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; In this episode, we cover:&lt;br /&gt;•How subconscious core beliefs fuel frustration, anxiety, and emotional triggers&lt;br /&gt;•Signs you’re operating from old programming instead of your authentic self&lt;br /&gt;•How to uncover the root belief behind patterns that keep repeating&lt;br /&gt;•Using Body Code and energetic tools to support emotional release and clarity&lt;br /&gt;•Rebuilding self-trust and choosing alignment over survival mode&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you’re ready to stop reacting from old wounds and start living with intention, this episode is for you.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Press play and begin the process of uncovering what’s been hidden—so you can rise into purpose with truth, wholeness, and strength.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our Private Facebook Community: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/181vEM6i11/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/181vEM6i11/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:23:21</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/logos/fb83fd24-ccd4-4472-a0fd-79affc0914ef.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Uncovering Core Beliefs: Transforming Frustration into Purpose</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Shadows to Strength: Alan and Amanda’s Journey of Love and Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>From Shadows to Strength: Alan and Amanda’s Journey of Love and Growth<br /><br />What happens when a relationship reaches the place where surface-level connection isn’t enough anymore?<br /><br />In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alan and Amanda to share a raw and beautiful story of what it looks like to rebuild emotional intimacy, restore trust, and choose love with intention. Together, we explore the real work behind a thriving partnership—navigating triggers, healing old patterns, learning how to communicate with safety, and growing through vulnerability instead of shutting down.<br /><br />If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of disconnect, emotional distance, or fear of being fully seen, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Alan and Amanda’s journey is a reminder that healing doesn’t happen through perfection—it happens through honesty, commitment, and the courage to face your shadows together.<br /><br /> In this episode, we explore:<br />•Emotional intimacy and how it’s built over time<br />•What vulnerability looks like in real relationships<br />•Breaking unhealthy patterns and rebuilding connection<br />•Creating emotional safety, trust, and mutual support<br />•How growth strengthens love when both people are willing<br /><br />This episode will leave you feeling seen, hopeful, and reminded that strength isn’t the absence of struggle—it’s the willingness to keep choosing each other through the healing.</p><p></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0b6eb118-ed59-4c6e-9184-cdc8976e588e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c1fa5bb7017311934bb53d298d3885dfe51eb76073c688512342701b67303bc0/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwYjZlYjExOC1lZDU5LTRjNmUtOTE4NC1jZGM4OTc2ZTU4OGUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3NjkwNjgwN2JjNzMxMzNlNjVlMDM2L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMS0yNV9fMjItNTEtMzYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="45982570" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;From Shadows to Strength: Alan and Amanda’s Journey of Love and Growth&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;What happens when a relationship reaches the place where surface-level connection isn’t enough anymore?&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alan and Amanda to share a raw and beautiful story of what it looks like to rebuild emotional intimacy, restore trust, and choose love with intention. Together, we explore the real work behind a thriving partnership—navigating triggers, healing old patterns, learning how to communicate with safety, and growing through vulnerability instead of shutting down.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of disconnect, emotional distance, or fear of being fully seen, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Alan and Amanda’s journey is a reminder that healing doesn’t happen through perfection—it happens through honesty, commitment, and the courage to face your shadows together.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; In this episode, we explore:&lt;br /&gt;•Emotional intimacy and how it’s built over time&lt;br /&gt;•What vulnerability looks like in real relationships&lt;br /&gt;•Breaking unhealthy patterns and rebuilding connection&lt;br /&gt;•Creating emotional safety, trust, and mutual support&lt;br /&gt;•How growth strengthens love when both people are willing&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;This episode will leave you feeling seen, hopeful, and reminded that strength isn’t the absence of struggle—it’s the willingness to keep choosing each other through the healing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:03:13</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/0b6eb118-ed59-4c6e-9184-cdc8976e588e/images/e5f86fd1-4170-441d-8c55-c4c62706abe8.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:title>From Shadows to Strength: Alan and Amanda’s Journey of Love and Growth</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Choosing a Word of the Year Shapes Growth, Purpose, and Direction]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this reflective and grounding conversation, Shannon and Kristy explore the significance of choosing a word for the year as a guiding principle for personal growth, intentional living, and spiritual alignment. I</p><p><br /></p><p>Shannon shares her New Year Word from last year, what she learned from the entire experience and how it shaped her growth across key areas of life - including relationships, business, finances, and inner stability.</p><p><br /></p><p>This episode emphasizes the importance of facing fears with honesty, following divine guidance, and committing to personal development with intention rather than pressure. </p><p><br /></p><p>Kristy and Shannon share how assigning a single word for the New Year can act as an anchor throughout the year - offering clarity during uncertainty, direction in decision-making, and encouragement during seasons of stretching, rebuilding, and refining.</p><p><br /></p><p>They invite listeners to slow down, reflect deeply, and prayerfully or intentionally choose their own word for the year as a meaningful practice of alignment and growth. </p><p><br /></p><p>If you’re seeking personal growth, intentional living, faith-led guidance, or a reflective practice to carry into the year ahead, this episode offers gentle insight and encouragement to move forward with purpose. </p><p><br /></p><p>A powerful conversation for anyone ready to live with intention, trust divine timing, and grow from a grounded place. </p><p><br /></p><p>If this conversation stirred something in you - if you’re noticing a desire to stop abandoning yourself and start living with deeper intention.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you’re ready to show up for yourself, shift old patterns and habits that no longer serve you, and intentionally choose who you are becoming - this invitation is for you!</p><p><br /></p><p>We’re hosting a Word of the Year Masterclass designed to help you choose a word that is not only inspirational, but instructional - one that guides your decisions, supports daily alignment, and helps you create simple systems to grow one percent better each day.</p><p><br /></p><p>By the end of year, you won’t just be setting intentions, you’ll be embodying the identity of the woman you desire to live as.</p><p><br /></p><p>To receive the details for this year’s masterclass, complete the Google Form. We’d love to walk this journey with you as a guiding light of support. </p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/gKJhsprAiU5VAzoU8" target="_blank">Masterclass Form</a></p><p></p><p>We would love for you to join our private FREE masterclass here: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1K285hoPmy/" target="_blank">Facebook Community</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Takeaways:</p><ul><li>Choosing a word for the year serves as a guiding principle.</li><li>Grounding in relationships is essential for personal growth.</li><li>Facing financial fears can lead to greater clarity and stability.</li><li>Following God's plan can provide direction and purpose.</li><li>Rebirth and rebuild are themes for personal transformation.</li><li>Commitment to oneself is crucial for achieving goals.</li><li>Small, consistent changes can lead to significant growth.</li><li>Reflection on past experiences helps in setting future intentions.</li><li>The importance of community and support in personal development.</li><li>Encouragement to choose an instructional word for the year.<p></p></li></ul><p><br /><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">24576360-6355-4b96-b08d-13cdae001e09</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/4f1055e4c4824918846a1218aedfe7c274525925bb98a3d2738f62b354505861/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyNDU3NjM2MC02MzU1LTRiOTYtYjA4ZC0xM2NkYWUwMDFlMDkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk2ZDBmOWJmNTY1NzhkYmQ0YWZmMjg3L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMS0xOF9fMTctNTEtMzkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="23048206" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this reflective and grounding conversation, Shannon and Kristy explore the significance of choosing a word for the year as a guiding principle for personal growth, intentional living, and spiritual alignment. I&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Shannon shares her New Year Word from last year, what she learned from the entire experience and how it shaped her growth across key areas of life - including relationships, business, finances, and inner stability.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode emphasizes the importance of facing fears with honesty, following divine guidance, and committing to personal development with intention rather than pressure. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Kristy and Shannon share how assigning a single word for the New Year can act as an anchor throughout the year - offering clarity during uncertainty, direction in decision-making, and encouragement during seasons of stretching, rebuilding, and refining.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They invite listeners to slow down, reflect deeply, and prayerfully or intentionally choose their own word for the year as a meaningful practice of alignment and growth. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re seeking personal growth, intentional living, faith-led guidance, or a reflective practice to carry into the year ahead, this episode offers gentle insight and encouragement to move forward with purpose. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A powerful conversation for anyone ready to live with intention, trust divine timing, and grow from a grounded place. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this conversation stirred something in you - if you’re noticing a desire to stop abandoning yourself and start living with deeper intention.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re ready to show up for yourself, shift old patterns and habits that no longer serve you, and intentionally choose who you are becoming - this invitation is for you!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’re hosting a Word of the Year Masterclass designed to help you choose a word that is not only inspirational, but instructional - one that guides your decisions, supports daily alignment, and helps you create simple systems to grow one percent better each day.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;By the end of year, you won’t just be setting intentions, you’ll be embodying the identity of the woman you desire to live as.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To receive the details for this year’s masterclass, complete the Google Form. We’d love to walk this journey with you as a guiding light of support. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://forms.gle/gKJhsprAiU5VAzoU8&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Masterclass Form&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We would love for you to join our private FREE masterclass here: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1K285hoPmy/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Facebook Community&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Choosing a word for the year serves as a guiding principle.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Grounding in relationships is essential for personal growth.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Facing financial fears can lead to greater clarity and stability.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Following God&apos;s plan can provide direction and purpose.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rebirth and rebuild are themes for personal transformation.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Commitment to oneself is crucial for achieving goals.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Small, consistent changes can lead to significant growth.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reflection on past experiences helps in setting future intentions.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of community and support in personal development.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Encouragement to choose an instructional word for the year.&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:32:15</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/24576360-6355-4b96-b08d-13cdae001e09/images/12262520-79fd-4e39-af4c-d4d24b067c0f.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>How Choosing a Word of the Year Shapes Growth, Purpose, and Direction</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Listening With Presence: Creating Real Human Connection]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this enlightening episode, Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez explore the transformative power of authentic communication and what becomes possible when we move beyond competition and into genuine connection.<br /><br />Together, they unpack how honoring each other’s voices, releasing comparison, and listening with presence creates space for deeper human connection, emotional safety, and personal growth. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on how often we speak to be heard—rather than listening to understand—and how shifting this dynamic can profoundly impact our relationships.<br /><br />You’ll discover how deep listening, intentional communication, and embodied presence foster wisdom, trust, and meaningful connection—not only with others, but with yourself. This episode is especially supportive for those navigating relationships, leadership, motherhood, or personal development while seeking to live with greater awareness and alignment.<br /><br />If you’re drawn to intentional living, authentic expression, and cultivating relationships rooted in truth rather than competition, this episode offers grounded insight and gentle encouragement to lead with openness and integrity.<br /><br />A powerful conversation for anyone ready to communicate with clarity, compassion, and purpose.</p><p></p><p>If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow or subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, share it with someone who values deep connection, and leave a review—your support helps this message reach more hearts.</p><p></p><p>Join our facebook community: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18BU2m89na/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18BU2m89na/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">cebaffc8-9fb7-4eb8-90dc-46c7f296a921</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/58a03f654bd304cbcef9cd974bb2702e67476fb0f54c57605b1c8fbb71f4bb33/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjZWJhZmZjOC05ZmI3LTRlYjgtOTBkYy00NmM3ZjI5NmE5MjEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk2MmU4OWI1MTQ2NzBmOWI0MjczMGNlL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMS0xMV9fMS0yLTM1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="15928828" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this enlightening episode, Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez explore the transformative power of authentic communication and what becomes possible when we move beyond competition and into genuine connection.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Together, they unpack how honoring each other’s voices, releasing comparison, and listening with presence creates space for deeper human connection, emotional safety, and personal growth. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on how often we speak to be heard—rather than listening to understand—and how shifting this dynamic can profoundly impact our relationships.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;You’ll discover how deep listening, intentional communication, and embodied presence foster wisdom, trust, and meaningful connection—not only with others, but with yourself. This episode is especially supportive for those navigating relationships, leadership, motherhood, or personal development while seeking to live with greater awareness and alignment.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you’re drawn to intentional living, authentic expression, and cultivating relationships rooted in truth rather than competition, this episode offers grounded insight and gentle encouragement to lead with openness and integrity.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A powerful conversation for anyone ready to communicate with clarity, compassion, and purpose.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow or subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, share it with someone who values deep connection, and leave a review—your support helps this message reach more hearts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our facebook community: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18BU2m89na/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18BU2m89na/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:22:57</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/cebaffc8-9fb7-4eb8-90dc-46c7f296a921/images/82938ff0-ec24-4807-9dda-2fd2b5bdfc4e.png"/><itunes:title>Listening With Presence: Creating Real Human Connection</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defined vs Undefined Ajna and Crown Centers in Human Design]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Kristy and Shannon explore Human Design through the lens of the Ajna and Crown Centers, two of the most influential centers when it comes to thinking, perception, and inspiration.<br /><br />We dive into the difference between defined and undefined Ajna and Crown Centers, unpacking how these energetic configurations shape the way we process ideas, experience intuition, and relate to certainty, pressure, and mental awareness. Whether you’re someone who seeks answers consistently or feels mentally open to external influences, this conversation brings clarity, compassion, and deeper self-understanding.<br /><br />You’ll learn how these centers impact your decision-making, self-trust, personal growth, and nervous system regulation, and why understanding your mental energy is essential for living in alignment rather than overwhelm. This episode is especially supportive for those navigating overthinking, mental pressure, spiritual curiosity, or a desire to better understand how their mind works within the Human Design system.<br /><br />If you’re curious about Human Design, self-awareness, intuition, and embodied personal growth, this episode offers grounded insight and practical reflection to help you honor your unique design.<br /><br />A must-listen for anyone wanting to move from mental pressure to inner clarity.</p><p></p><p>If this episode resonates with you, be sure to follow or subscribe to the podcast, share it with someone who’s exploring Human Design, and leave a review to help more listeners find supportive, meaningful conversations like this one.</p><p></p><p>Join our private facebook community: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D6T18YwW6/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D6T18YwW6/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">81114f99-d9d3-4480-9869-83ac47707654</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:45:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/bc3c4125707859c592d88842a8fc6107c861171cca7e3e06a38e3757e6a7f932/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4MTExNGY5OS1kOWQzLTQ0ODAtOTg2OS04M2FjNDc3MDc2NTQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk2MmU5NDc4MzJjNDY3ODY1NGNhNThiL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMS0xMV9fMS01LTI3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="13696100" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Kristy and Shannon explore Human Design through the lens of the Ajna and Crown Centers, two of the most influential centers when it comes to thinking, perception, and inspiration.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We dive into the difference between defined and undefined Ajna and Crown Centers, unpacking how these energetic configurations shape the way we process ideas, experience intuition, and relate to certainty, pressure, and mental awareness. Whether you’re someone who seeks answers consistently or feels mentally open to external influences, this conversation brings clarity, compassion, and deeper self-understanding.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;You’ll learn how these centers impact your decision-making, self-trust, personal growth, and nervous system regulation, and why understanding your mental energy is essential for living in alignment rather than overwhelm. This episode is especially supportive for those navigating overthinking, mental pressure, spiritual curiosity, or a desire to better understand how their mind works within the Human Design system.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you’re curious about Human Design, self-awareness, intuition, and embodied personal growth, this episode offers grounded insight and practical reflection to help you honor your unique design.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A must-listen for anyone wanting to move from mental pressure to inner clarity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this episode resonates with you, be sure to follow or subscribe to the podcast, share it with someone who’s exploring Human Design, and leave a review to help more listeners find supportive, meaningful conversations like this one.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join our private facebook community: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D6T18YwW6/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D6T18YwW6/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:19:30</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/81114f99-d9d3-4480-9869-83ac47707654/images/ebf36dc0-ae5a-49ed-ac11-8bba0983f9e2.png"/><itunes:title>Defined vs Undefined Ajna and Crown Centers in Human Design</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Human Design Explained: Understanding the Identity & Spleen Centers]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Kristy and Shannon explore the transformative world of Human Design and take a deep dive into the Identity (G) Center and the Spleen Center — the home of intuition, instinct, and inner guidance.</p><p></p><p>You’ll learn how these centers shape your sense of self-worth, direction, purpose, and safety, and why so many people feel disconnected from who they truly are. Together, we discuss common patterns like self-doubt, people-pleasing, and fear, and how understanding your design can help you trust yourself, create alignment, and feel grounded in your identity.</p><p></p><p>This conversation is for women on a journey of healing, self-growth, spirituality, and emotional regulation — anyone ready to reconnect with their inner wisdom and live from a place of truth rather than pressure.</p><p></p><p>Whether you’re new to Human Design or deep in your chart, you’ll walk away with practical insights, reflection prompts, and a deeper sense of remembrance.</p><p></p><p>We would love to hear from you! Pease leave us a review!</p><p></p><p><b>Join us in our private facebook group: </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17fTgeqtdG/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17fTgeqtdG/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7dd8c184-febe-4d71-8d40-f63194fbb462</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/29a1f0d9843247b013e44d02adcf14e4abc8e0fa90f555287e821a6960848176/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3ZGQ4YzE4NC1mZWJlLTRkNzEtOGQ0MC1mNjMxOTRmYmI0NjIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk1OTQ3YzA3NTk3YWJhODJiZjYwZTBmL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMS0zX18xNy00NS01Mi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="17742633" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Kristy and Shannon explore the transformative world of Human Design and take a deep dive into the Identity (G) Center and the Spleen Center — the home of intuition, instinct, and inner guidance.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You’ll learn how these centers shape your sense of self-worth, direction, purpose, and safety, and why so many people feel disconnected from who they truly are. Together, we discuss common patterns like self-doubt, people-pleasing, and fear, and how understanding your design can help you trust yourself, create alignment, and feel grounded in your identity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation is for women on a journey of healing, self-growth, spirituality, and emotional regulation — anyone ready to reconnect with their inner wisdom and live from a place of truth rather than pressure.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re new to Human Design or deep in your chart, you’ll walk away with practical insights, reflection prompts, and a deeper sense of remembrance.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We would love to hear from you! Pease leave us a review!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Join us in our private facebook group: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17fTgeqtdG/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17fTgeqtdG/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:25:14</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/7dd8c184-febe-4d71-8d40-f63194fbb462/images/c11a7379-529e-43ea-a962-107c2ea90f8d.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Human Design Explained: Understanding the Identity &amp; Spleen Centers</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating Emotional Safety at Home: A Reflection on Words, Trust, and Connection
]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this heartfelt and reflective episode, Shannon Perez shares a personal reflection from a family experience - one that began as a simple game night and unexpectedly revealed the deeper impact of sarcasm and playful banter within the home. </p><p><br />Through honest storytelling, Shannon explores how even subtle words and reactions can shape the emotional safety, trust, and sense of belonging our children experience. She gently reminds parents of the powerful role we play in setting the emotional atmosphere of our homes - not through perfection, but through awareness, accountability,  and intentional repair. </p><p></p><p>This episode is an invitation to pause and reflect on the environments we create, the examples we model, and how our words can either build connection or create confusion and distance. </p><p></p><p>With compassion and clarity, Shannon encourages listeners to lead with presence, integrity, and love - so our families feel seen, valued, and safe to be fully themselves. </p><p></p><p>If you’ve ever caught yourself reacting or freezing instead of responding, or wondered how to course-correct without shame, this conversation offers reassurance, perspective, and a gentle path forward on how to course correct. </p><p></p><p>If you feel ready to create real change in your relationship with your child - to rebuild trust, increase connection, and parent with more clarity and confidence, then I invite you to reach out to me (Shannon).</p><p></p><p>We can connect and see whether working together is the right next step for you and your family. Or if you have any specific questions or scenarios that you want guidance on, please send me an email at:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p>I'm more than happy to serve you.</p><p>Thank you!</p><p></p><p><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b9c25f7f-379e-4616-bf1c-31cad8f6ce6a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a6cc2709f9720b4b11f1a9bd7d7c82024645ef38ca77e6fd5a536edfa62b67ec/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiOWMyNWY3Zi0zNzllLTQ2MTYtYmYxYy0zMWNhZDhmNmNlNmEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk1MWNhYTM4ZTliYWExMGEyMDIyYTI0L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjUtMTItMjlfXzEtMjYtMTEubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="23406183" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this heartfelt and reflective episode, Shannon Perez shares a personal reflection from a family experience - one that began as a simple game night and unexpectedly revealed the deeper impact of sarcasm and playful banter within the home. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Through honest storytelling, Shannon explores how even subtle words and reactions can shape the emotional safety, trust, and sense of belonging our children experience. She gently reminds parents of the powerful role we play in setting the emotional atmosphere of our homes - not through perfection, but through awareness, accountability,  and intentional repair. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is an invitation to pause and reflect on the environments we create, the examples we model, and how our words can either build connection or create confusion and distance. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With compassion and clarity, Shannon encourages listeners to lead with presence, integrity, and love - so our families feel seen, valued, and safe to be fully themselves. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever caught yourself reacting or freezing instead of responding, or wondered how to course-correct without shame, this conversation offers reassurance, perspective, and a gentle path forward on how to course correct. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you feel ready to create real change in your relationship with your child - to rebuild trust, increase connection, and parent with more clarity and confidence, then I invite you to reach out to me (Shannon).&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We can connect and see whether working together is the right next step for you and your family. Or if you have any specific questions or scenarios that you want guidance on, please send me an email at:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;I&apos;m more than happy to serve you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thank you!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:11</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/b9c25f7f-379e-4616-bf1c-31cad8f6ce6a/images/4cc9d94c-9981-4118-a947-1874bea08345.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Creating Emotional Safety at Home: A Reflection on Words, Trust, and Connection
</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Holiday Burnout to Flow: Understanding Frustration and Anger Through Human Design Part 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Part 1:</p><p>In this heartfelt episode, Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez explore how Human Design emotional themes—frustration for Generators and Manifesting Generators, and anger for Manifestors—often intensify during high-pressure seasons like the holidays.</p><p></p><p>Through honest conversation and lived experience, Kristy and Shannon unpack what happens when we push against our natural energy, ignore our strategy and authority, and try to “power through” life instead of honoring how we’re designed to move through it. Whether you’re noticing rising frustration, sudden anger, emotional exhaustion, or a loss of joy, this episode offers gentle awareness and practical tools to help you return to alignment and flow. In this episode, you’ll discover:</p><p></p><p>• Human Design &amp; Emotional Themes How frustration (Generators &amp; Manifesting Generators) and anger (Manifestors) are signals, not flaws—and what they’re trying to show you.</p><p></p><p>• Navigating Holiday Burnout Practical ways to reduce stress, conserve energy, and stop overriding your nervous system during demanding seasons.</p><p></p><p>• From Resistance to Flow How small shifts in awareness, decision-making, and perspective can move you from pressure and resentment into greater ease and joy.</p><p></p><p>• Alignment Over Hustle Why honoring your strategy and authority leads to more peace, clarity, and sustainable energy—not more effort.</p><p></p><p>This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and remember that alignment—not grit—is the path back to flow.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">73401540-5a63-4118-b521-cdb782cd9072</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/27fed303e95be2e8e6f315aec747b73b0a7394132428ce658207b78bfd1a1105/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3MzQwMTU0MC01YTYzLTQxMTgtYjUyMS1jZGI3ODJjZDkwNzIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk0MmFjZjczZGQxMDQ1ZmUxNTY2NTRmL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjUtMTItMTdfXzE0LTE1LTM1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="16448668" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Part 1:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this heartfelt episode, Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez explore how Human Design emotional themes—frustration for Generators and Manifesting Generators, and anger for Manifestors—often intensify during high-pressure seasons like the holidays.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through honest conversation and lived experience, Kristy and Shannon unpack what happens when we push against our natural energy, ignore our strategy and authority, and try to “power through” life instead of honoring how we’re designed to move through it. Whether you’re noticing rising frustration, sudden anger, emotional exhaustion, or a loss of joy, this episode offers gentle awareness and practical tools to help you return to alignment and flow. In this episode, you’ll discover:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• Human Design &amp;amp; Emotional Themes How frustration (Generators &amp;amp; Manifesting Generators) and anger (Manifestors) are signals, not flaws—and what they’re trying to show you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• Navigating Holiday Burnout Practical ways to reduce stress, conserve energy, and stop overriding your nervous system during demanding seasons.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• From Resistance to Flow How small shifts in awareness, decision-making, and perspective can move you from pressure and resentment into greater ease and joy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• Alignment Over Hustle Why honoring your strategy and authority leads to more peace, clarity, and sustainable energy—not more effort.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and remember that alignment—not grit—is the path back to flow.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:22:55</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/73401540-5a63-4118-b521-cdb782cd9072/images/917f7063-8650-4513-a0e9-a84a6e564158.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>From Holiday Burnout to Flow: Understanding Frustration and Anger Through Human Design Part 1</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Happens When a Man Faces Himself: Emotional Fitness & Redemption with Alan Muellegger]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this powerful and deeply insightful episode, we welcome Alan Muellegger - Emotional Intelligence expert, coach, and speaker - for a raw and transformative conversation about emotional fitness, masculine leadership, and the inner work required to build healthy, conscious relationships. </p><p></p><p>Alan opens up about his personal journey of emotional resilience, revealing how learning to understand and regulate his emotions reshaped his life, relationships, and purpose. He offers profound insights into the balance of masculine and feminine energies, the impact of childhood conditioning, and how emotional awareness leads to deeper connection, fulfillment, and self-trust. </p><p></p><p>Through honest storytelling and grounded wisdom, Alan discusses:</p><ul><li>Emotional intelligence and emotional fitness</li><li>Cultivating resilience in challenging seasons</li><li>Masculine and feminine energy dynamics in relationships</li><li>The importance of approaching life with curiosity and compassion</li><li>Navigating internal conflict and subconscious patterns </li><li>Taking responsibility for emotional triggers and growth</li><li>Practical tools for self-awareness, regulation, and healing</li></ul><p></p><p>Alan also bravely shares his personal struggles with lust while in a committed relationship and how confronting this pattern led to profound inner healing, accountability, and transformation - not only for himself, but also for his partnership. His honesty offers a rare, refreshing perspective on men’s emotional work and the power of choosing integrity over impulse.</p><p></p><p>If you’re seeking deeper emotional awareness, healthier relationships, or a better understanding of masculine and feminine energies, this episode will encourage, challenge, and support you in doing the work that leads to true inner freedom and connection. </p><p></p><p>Find Alan on:</p><p>IG: @muellegger</p><p>Facebook: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/alan.muellegger" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/alan.muellegger</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-muellegger" target="_blank">http://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-muellegger</a></p><p>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://servicedrivencoaching.com/" target="_blank">https://servicedrivencoaching.com/</a></p><p></p><p>Alan’s Rise Event in February 2026 20% Discount Ticket Code: HERREMEMBERANCE20</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">23402a57-2d6b-450d-84ae-45ca1ecffbc1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:28:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/4d53069f43910cce72b1c71643dde7f15f592388aa802586a96bfd8778d081f3/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyMzQwMmE1Ny0yZDZiLTQ1MGQtODRhZS00NWNhMWVjZmZiYzEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk0MDhjNzM4MDAxOWVkODUxYzEzODJkL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjUtMTItMTVfXzIzLTMyLTE5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="27625448" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this powerful and deeply insightful episode, we welcome Alan Muellegger - Emotional Intelligence expert, coach, and speaker - for a raw and transformative conversation about emotional fitness, masculine leadership, and the inner work required to build healthy, conscious relationships. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Alan opens up about his personal journey of emotional resilience, revealing how learning to understand and regulate his emotions reshaped his life, relationships, and purpose. He offers profound insights into the balance of masculine and feminine energies, the impact of childhood conditioning, and how emotional awareness leads to deeper connection, fulfillment, and self-trust. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through honest storytelling and grounded wisdom, Alan discusses:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Emotional intelligence and emotional fitness&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cultivating resilience in challenging seasons&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Masculine and feminine energy dynamics in relationships&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of approaching life with curiosity and compassion&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Navigating internal conflict and subconscious patterns &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Taking responsibility for emotional triggers and growth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Practical tools for self-awareness, regulation, and healing&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Alan also bravely shares his personal struggles with lust while in a committed relationship and how confronting this pattern led to profound inner healing, accountability, and transformation - not only for himself, but also for his partnership. His honesty offers a rare, refreshing perspective on men’s emotional work and the power of choosing integrity over impulse.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re seeking deeper emotional awareness, healthier relationships, or a better understanding of masculine and feminine energies, this episode will encourage, challenge, and support you in doing the work that leads to true inner freedom and connection. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Find Alan on:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;IG: @muellegger&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Facebook: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.facebook.com/alan.muellegger&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.facebook.com/alan.muellegger&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;LinkedIn: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-muellegger&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;http://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-muellegger&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://servicedrivencoaching.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://servicedrivencoaching.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Alan’s Rise Event in February 2026 20% Discount Ticket Code: HERREMEMBERANCE20&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:57:33</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/23402a57-2d6b-450d-84ae-45ca1ecffbc1/images/f16a765e-ba17-476a-bd0b-b04e3e29f757.png"/><itunes:title>What Happens When a Man Faces Himself: Emotional Fitness &amp; Redemption with Alan Muellegger</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Unseen to Unstoppable: Aubrey Bahr's Journey of Spiritual Transformation]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode, we welcome the inspiring Aubrey Bahr - Intuitive Coach, Somatic Healer, Astrologer and Human Design guide - for a deeply honest conversation about identity, resilience, and the courage it takes to step into your authentic self. </p><p></p><p>Aubrey opens up about her journey from feeling unseen and disconnected to fully embracing her intuitive gifts, feminine energy, and soul-aligned purpose. Through life pivots, spiritual awakenings, and emotional healing, Aubrey discovered how to reclaim her worth, rewrite her story, and step boldly into the work God created her to do. </p><p></p><p>Aubrey helps women release the beliefs that keep them hustling, overthink, people-pleasing, and disconnected from their true essence. Through an approach that blends subconscious work, energy medicine, somatic healing, and Holy Spirit - led intuition, she guides women back into regulation, clarity, and flow - without burning out. </p><p></p><p>If you’re seeking personal transformation, emotional renewal, or guidance on how to live more intuitively and intentionally, this episode is filled with tools, breakthroughs, and profound truth. Tune in and experience the magic that unfolds when you do the inner work that creates real shifts. </p><p></p><p><b>Links to Work with Aubrey:</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://abstoryteller.com/intuitive-coach" target="_blank">https://abstoryteller.com/intuitive-coach</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1190273" target="_blank">https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1190273</a></p><p></p><p><b>Social Media:</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.instagram.com/holy_shift_healing" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/holy_shift_healing</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.YouTube.com/coachaubreybahr" target="_blank">www.YouTube.com/coachaubreybahr</a> </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.tiktok.com/aubreybahr" target="_blank">www.tiktok.com/aubreybahr</a></p><p></p><p><b>Offers:</b></p><p>Free 7 day nervous system reset <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1189578" target="_blank">https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1189578</a></p><p></p><p>Embodied- A Feminine Leadership Experience <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1190273" target="_blank">https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1190273</a></p><p><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">23b0866d-c123-46e6-9c30-82dc0eef6d58</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:21:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/5c6cfe96ca2b427083c879973d974db190af2fa5fdea90e7ecccb4f44de1d41a/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyM2IwODY2ZC1jMTIzLTQ2ZTYtOWMzMC04MmRjMGVlZjZkNTgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjkxZjY0ZGU4MjNkNzc1ZDk0ZTdiOTUyL2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjUtMTEtMjBfXzE5LTU4LTM4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="27766419" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this powerful episode, we welcome the inspiring Aubrey Bahr - Intuitive Coach, Somatic Healer, Astrologer and Human Design guide - for a deeply honest conversation about identity, resilience, and the courage it takes to step into your authentic self. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Aubrey opens up about her journey from feeling unseen and disconnected to fully embracing her intuitive gifts, feminine energy, and soul-aligned purpose. Through life pivots, spiritual awakenings, and emotional healing, Aubrey discovered how to reclaim her worth, rewrite her story, and step boldly into the work God created her to do. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Aubrey helps women release the beliefs that keep them hustling, overthink, people-pleasing, and disconnected from their true essence. Through an approach that blends subconscious work, energy medicine, somatic healing, and Holy Spirit - led intuition, she guides women back into regulation, clarity, and flow - without burning out. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re seeking personal transformation, emotional renewal, or guidance on how to live more intuitively and intentionally, this episode is filled with tools, breakthroughs, and profound truth. Tune in and experience the magic that unfolds when you do the inner work that creates real shifts. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Links to Work with Aubrey:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://abstoryteller.com/intuitive-coach&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://abstoryteller.com/intuitive-coach&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1190273&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1190273&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Social Media:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.instagram.com/holy_shift_healing&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.instagram.com/holy_shift_healing&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.YouTube.com/coachaubreybahr&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.YouTube.com/coachaubreybahr&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.tiktok.com/aubreybahr&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.tiktok.com/aubreybahr&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Offers:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Free 7 day nervous system reset &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1189578&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1189578&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Embodied- A Feminine Leadership Experience &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1190273&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://courses.aubreybahr.com/products/courses/view/1190273&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:42:12</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/23b0866d-c123-46e6-9c30-82dc0eef6d58/images/f9fadda3-db26-46e7-a01d-9d6f1548f2eb.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>From Unseen to Unstoppable: Aubrey Bahr&apos;s Journey of Spiritual Transformation</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shannon's Story: Rediscovering Identity, Healing Burnout & Returning to God]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this captivating episode, we dive deep with co-host Kristy Riese into the inspiring journey of Shannon Perez - Intuitive Clarity Coach entrepreneur, and devoted homeschool mom. Shannon opens up about her path from feeling lost in motherhood to rediscovering her God-given identity and stepping boldly into her calling.</p><p></p><p>Her story is one of resilience, emotional healing, and spiritual growth. Shannon shares how faith, Human Design and Subconscious Release Techniques (SRT) helped her break free from limiting beliefs, burnout, people-pleasing, and false identity patterns that held her back for years feeling stuck.</p><p></p><p>Through vulnerable storytelling and powerful insights, Shannon reveals how she learned to trust God, embrace her unique wiring, reclaim her voice, and live in alignment with her authentic self. Her journey will resonate with any woman craving inner healing, purpose, and permission to show up as her whole self. </p><p></p><p>If you’re seeking personal transformation, deeper faith, emotional resilience, or a more empowered approach to motherhood and womanhood, this conversation is for you. </p><p>Tune in and discover how you, too, can embark on your own journey of self-rediscovery, spiritual alignment, and growth. </p><p><br />To connect with Shannon, email her at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com" target="_blank">everlywholelife@gmail.com</a></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">49d8046e-ddc4-4711-a419-6217acb68f3f</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 22:48:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2f5c30e42dc823198c37e1c7d4b27ba6eafb7f234be5431813f2e75ea7537b2d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0OWQ4MDQ2ZS1kZGM0LTQ3MTEtYTQxOS02MjE3YWNiNjhmM2YiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjkxZjY3ZGU5MmM2MGIyNWNiY2RiODM4L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjUtMTEtMjBfXzIwLTExLTI2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="25413356" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this captivating episode, we dive deep with co-host Kristy Riese into the inspiring journey of Shannon Perez - Intuitive Clarity Coach entrepreneur, and devoted homeschool mom. Shannon opens up about her path from feeling lost in motherhood to rediscovering her God-given identity and stepping boldly into her calling.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Her story is one of resilience, emotional healing, and spiritual growth. Shannon shares how faith, Human Design and Subconscious Release Techniques (SRT) helped her break free from limiting beliefs, burnout, people-pleasing, and false identity patterns that held her back for years feeling stuck.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through vulnerable storytelling and powerful insights, Shannon reveals how she learned to trust God, embrace her unique wiring, reclaim her voice, and live in alignment with her authentic self. Her journey will resonate with any woman craving inner healing, purpose, and permission to show up as her whole self. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’re seeking personal transformation, deeper faith, emotional resilience, or a more empowered approach to motherhood and womanhood, this conversation is for you. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tune in and discover how you, too, can embark on your own journey of self-rediscovery, spiritual alignment, and growth. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;To connect with Shannon, email her at: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:everlywholelife@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;everlywholelife@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:36:07</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/49d8046e-ddc4-4711-a419-6217acb68f3f/images/8ef48b89-1c4d-4e59-87e8-18c272b05d68.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Shannon&apos;s Story: Rediscovering Identity, Healing Burnout &amp; Returning to God</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Motherhood Awakens Your Purpose: Kristy's Journey Into Holistic Healing]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join hosts Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez for a deeply heartfelt conversation about personal growth, emotional resilience, and power of holistic transformation. In this inspiring interview, Kristy - Certified Health Coach and Therapeutic Nutritional Counselor - opens up about her journey from the classroom to the world of holistic healing, a path shaped by her daughter's autoimmune struggles with vitiligo.</p><p></p><p>Kristy shares how motherhood, faith, nutrition, and functional healing awakened her passion for helping others reclaim their health and reconnect with their true identity. Her story is one of vulnerability, courage, and learning to trust the process even when life takes unexpected turns.</p><p></p><p>Through raw, honest storytelling, Kristy reveals the emotional and spiritual lessons that reshaped her life - from navigating her daughter's diagnosis to discovering the mind-body connection, rooting into God's wisdom, and embracing a more intuitive, whole-body approach to wellness.</p><p></p><p>If you're seeking encouragement, healing, or a reminder that you're not alone in your journey, this conversation will speak directly to your heart. Tune in for wisdom, compassion, and a story that will inspire you to grow through what you're going through.</p><p></p><p>How to connect with Kristy:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.fruitfulbloom.com" target="_blank">www.fruitfulbloom.com</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com" target="_blank">thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com</a><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6514508c-1254-4c6c-a9de-237144321b4e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristy Riese & Shannon Perez]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 19:06:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/033aeff210b5385ad280114373109e4774ab47afe7aee17171c68e9a446def30/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2NTE0NTA4Yy0xMjU0LTRjNmMtYTlkZS0yMzcxNDQzMjFiNGUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3OWU0N2E5NC05ZTQ2LTQyM2UtOTlmNC1hZmNiYjQ5OThlMGEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OGZjYjVjMWJjMTI5MDBhYTU1YmQ3ZTEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjkxZjYyNDhhZmZmOTZkNDI3ZTM1ZjU0L2tyaXN0eS1yaWVzZXMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjUtMTEtMjBfXzE5LTQ3LTM2Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="19283634" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Join hosts Kristy Riese and Shannon Perez for a deeply heartfelt conversation about personal growth, emotional resilience, and power of holistic transformation. In this inspiring interview, Kristy - Certified Health Coach and Therapeutic Nutritional Counselor - opens up about her journey from the classroom to the world of holistic healing, a path shaped by her daughter&apos;s autoimmune struggles with vitiligo.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Kristy shares how motherhood, faith, nutrition, and functional healing awakened her passion for helping others reclaim their health and reconnect with their true identity. Her story is one of vulnerability, courage, and learning to trust the process even when life takes unexpected turns.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through raw, honest storytelling, Kristy reveals the emotional and spiritual lessons that reshaped her life - from navigating her daughter&apos;s diagnosis to discovering the mind-body connection, rooting into God&apos;s wisdom, and embracing a more intuitive, whole-body approach to wellness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you&apos;re seeking encouragement, healing, or a reminder that you&apos;re not alone in your journey, this conversation will speak directly to your heart. Tune in for wisdom, compassion, and a story that will inspire you to grow through what you&apos;re going through.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;How to connect with Kristy:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.fruitfulbloom.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.fruitfulbloom.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;mailto:thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;thefruitfulbloom@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:27:35</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/79e47a94-9e46-423e-99f4-afcbb4998e0a/episodes/6514508c-1254-4c6c-a9de-237144321b4e/images/fadd414a-9e85-44f9-8b37-3026ce4afbeb.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>When Motherhood Awakens Your Purpose: Kristy&apos;s Journey Into Holistic Healing</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>