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Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6352749/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Self-Improvement</category><copyright>Copyright Sam Castle</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg</url><title>BE YOU DO YOU</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/be-you-do-you--6352749</link></image><lastBuildDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 19:38:07 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Sam Castle</itunes:name><itunes:email>feeds@spreaker.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>The Be You Do You podcast is a platform dedicated to empowering individuals to embrace their true selves and live authentically. Through engaging conversations, inspiring stories, and practical advice, the podcast aims to motivate listeners to embrace...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Be You Do You podcast is a platform dedicated to empowering individuals to embrace their true selves and live authentically. Through engaging conversations, inspiring stories, and practical advice, the podcast aims to motivate listeners to embrace their uniqueness, pursue their passions, and overcome any obstacles that may hinder their personal growth. Join me as we explore different aspects of self-discovery, personal development, and building a life that aligns with our truest selves. Tune in to Be You Do You and embark on a journey of self-acceptance, self-love, and self-fulfillment.  Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Aiden Espada</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/aiden-espada--62403043</link><description><![CDATA[Aiden Espada is an entrepreneur of many sorts which include online fitness coaching, digital marketing, network marketing and business mentorship/consulting.<br /> He has dropped over 200+ pounds, is the #1 Trans Fitness Coach who helps Transmen develop mental toughness, drop 20-50 pounds of fat while eating more food.<br /> Before entrepreneurship, he had been working for 15 years and 90 percent of that time had two jobs back to back to help his family put food on the table.<br />He started his entrepreneur journey because he realized he was trading time for money which was nearly killing him as he ran his health into the ground working so much.<br />Aiden’s passion is to significantly improve lives on a global level through elevating mindset ideas, strategies, and income.<br />His goal is to help others gain control of their futures and achieve success in all areas they desire to by creating; more choices in life, time with family, opportunity to end a generation of struggles, wealth, better health, a legacy and a world full of abundance for each individual. IG: aespada.fit  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6b5bd253-7284-4fc3-af9b-0f9fec918897</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 17:54:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403043/8549c942_d530_8a1c_5fd6_3538138ac7da.mp3" length="46562741" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Aiden Espada is an entrepreneur of many sorts which include online fitness coaching, digital marketing, network marketing and business mentorship/consulting.
 He has dropped over 200+ pounds, is the #1 Trans Fitness Coach who helps Transmen develop...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Aiden Espada is an entrepreneur of many sorts which include online fitness coaching, digital marketing, network marketing and business mentorship/consulting.<br /> He has dropped over 200+ pounds, is the #1 Trans Fitness Coach who helps Transmen develop mental toughness, drop 20-50 pounds of fat while eating more food.<br /> Before entrepreneurship, he had been working for 15 years and 90 percent of that time had two jobs back to back to help his family put food on the table.<br />He started his entrepreneur journey because he realized he was trading time for money which was nearly killing him as he ran his health into the ground working so much.<br />Aiden’s passion is to significantly improve lives on a global level through elevating mindset ideas, strategies, and income.<br />His goal is to help others gain control of their futures and achieve success in all areas they desire to by creating; more choices in life, time with family, opportunity to end a generation of struggles, wealth, better health, a legacy and a world full of abundance for each individual. IG: aespada.fit  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1941</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5d315a96bcc5994f1e77e3dbe0c472bd.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Be you do you intro</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-you-do-you-intro--62403061</link><description><![CDATA[Be You Do You is a platform dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ individuals to embrace their true selves and live authentically. In each episode, we dive into the journeys of extraordinary individuals who have embraced their uniqueness and overcome societal pressures. From entrepreneurs and artists to activists and everyday people, our guests share their stories of self-discovery, resilience, and personal growth. Through candid conversations, we explore topics like life self-acceptance, navigating identity, breaking free from comparison, and cultivating self-love. Be You Do You believes that by embracing our authentic selves, we can unlock our greatness and live a life of joy and fulfillment. Join me as we uncover the secrets to living unapologetically and provide practical tips, tools, and inspiration for listeners to unleash their own authenticity. Whether you are seeking guidance in finding your true purpose or simply looking for a community that celebrates individuality, Be You Do You is here to support and uplift you. It is time to break free from the mold, embrace your quirks, and live life on your own terms. Tune in to Be You Do You on your favorite podcast platform and join our community of like-minded individuals who are on a journey of self-discovery and personal liberation.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">258ed4b8-bda9-4360-9d54-b0dbeb591ce1</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2024 01:28:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403061/381157989_44100_2_eb6ffa1822a9d.mp3" length="643238" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Be You Do You is a platform dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ individuals to embrace their true selves and live authentically. In each episode, we dive into the journeys of extraordinary individuals who have embraced their uniqueness and overcome...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Be You Do You is a platform dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ individuals to embrace their true selves and live authentically. In each episode, we dive into the journeys of extraordinary individuals who have embraced their uniqueness and overcome societal pressures. From entrepreneurs and artists to activists and everyday people, our guests share their stories of self-discovery, resilience, and personal growth. Through candid conversations, we explore topics like life self-acceptance, navigating identity, breaking free from comparison, and cultivating self-love. Be You Do You believes that by embracing our authentic selves, we can unlock our greatness and live a life of joy and fulfillment. Join me as we uncover the secrets to living unapologetically and provide practical tips, tools, and inspiration for listeners to unleash their own authenticity. Whether you are seeking guidance in finding your true purpose or simply looking for a community that celebrates individuality, Be You Do You is here to support and uplift you. It is time to break free from the mold, embrace your quirks, and live life on your own terms. Tune in to Be You Do You on your favorite podcast platform and join our community of like-minded individuals who are on a journey of self-discovery and personal liberation.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Mac Scotty McGregor</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mac-scotty-mcgregor--62403047</link><description><![CDATA[Mac is known as the “Gender Sensei” – is a speaker and author who works to educate and train various corporations, colleges, and groups on topics concerning diversity, gender, healthy masculinity and being true to themselves. He is a dedicated, heartfelt activist and educator who focuses every part of his existence on creating a world where people can feel free to be their authentic selves.   ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">895401fa-8087-40c6-b398-ecc461a9ce81</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2024 01:34:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403047/a9ea815c_02f8_9eea_f390_78075082577c.mp3" length="62133393" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Mac is known as the “Gender Sensei” – is a speaker and author who works to educate and train various corporations, colleges, and groups on topics concerning diversity, gender, healthy masculinity and being true to themselves. He is a dedicated,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Mac is known as the “Gender Sensei” – is a speaker and author who works to educate and train various corporations, colleges, and groups on topics concerning diversity, gender, healthy masculinity and being true to themselves. He is a dedicated, heartfelt activist and educator who focuses every part of his existence on creating a world where people can feel free to be their authentic selves.   ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2589</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Earth School With Sam Castle and Gazit Chaya</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/earth-school-with-sam-castle-and-gazit-chaya--62403062</link><description><![CDATA[Gazit Chaya was a guest on Be you do you two years ago. After launching their podcast year I was invited on to share my story about overcoming adversity and how that led me to my life's passion of being a life coach. Tune into this episode as I talk about my love and passion for helping others to live life courageously through my podcast, merch store, and coaching.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">da3d686d-0fce-4619-811b-25c853f90c25</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 Feb 2024 02:06:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403062/a3021de8_ca71_82eb_f4f8_840c5268a37f.mp3" length="42707206" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Gazit Chaya was a guest on Be you do you two years ago. After launching their podcast year I was invited on to share my story about overcoming adversity and how that led me to my life's passion of being a life coach. Tune into this episode as I talk...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Gazit Chaya was a guest on Be you do you two years ago. After launching their podcast year I was invited on to share my story about overcoming adversity and how that led me to my life's passion of being a life coach. Tune into this episode as I talk about my love and passion for helping others to live life courageously through my podcast, merch store, and coaching.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2670</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sheila Wenger</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sheila-wenger--62403046</link><description><![CDATA[Sheila Wenger is a hypnotherapist, certified parent coach, and podcaster whose mission in life is to help her clients and listeners remove obstacles in the way of their internal perfection. She is the owner of Shift Hypnosis, a thriving hypnotherapy practice based out of Vancouver Washington, where she serves clients remotely and in person. She runs her podcast called Shift is Happening, in which she helps clients claim the highest power within them in order to launch their greatest dreams. She is also a mother of 18-year-old boy/girl twins, a wife of 28 years, and a self-proclaimed spiritual seeker who became a finder.  Links:    https://shifthypnosis.org/   SOCIALS: https://www.facebook.com/shifthypnosisvancouverwa https://www.facebook.com/shiftishappeningpodcast/   CONTACT ME:  sheila@shifthypnosis.org                           ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6d950a94-dca7-4c15-a5a6-f691b006313b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2023 21:14:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403046/db2b914b_fde9_b846_a4bd_b38eeeea7e28.mp3" length="57090297" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Sheila Wenger is a hypnotherapist, certified parent coach, and podcaster whose mission in life is to help her clients and listeners remove obstacles in the way of their internal perfection. She is the owner of Shift Hypnosis, a thriving hypnotherapy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sheila Wenger is a hypnotherapist, certified parent coach, and podcaster whose mission in life is to help her clients and listeners remove obstacles in the way of their internal perfection. She is the owner of Shift Hypnosis, a thriving hypnotherapy practice based out of Vancouver Washington, where she serves clients remotely and in person. She runs her podcast called Shift is Happening, in which she helps clients claim the highest power within them in order to launch their greatest dreams. She is also a mother of 18-year-old boy/girl twins, a wife of 28 years, and a self-proclaimed spiritual seeker who became a finder.  Links:    https://shifthypnosis.org/   SOCIALS: https://www.facebook.com/shifthypnosisvancouverwa https://www.facebook.com/shiftishappeningpodcast/   CONTACT ME:  sheila@shifthypnosis.org                           ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2379</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Thelma J. Love</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/thelma-j-love--62403048</link><description><![CDATA[Thelma J. Love. Thelma was born in Arcola, TX, a small city in Fort Bend County, within the Houston-Sugar Land-Missouri City metropolitan area. During Thelma’s early years growing up in Arcola with her parents and 11 siblings, the population was predominantly Black American and her village was filled with uncles, aunts, cousins, or long-time trusted neighbors. She started teaching after she left home and joined the United States Air Force. She started teaching Sunday School classes at various churches, then she taught professional military education courses while serving in the Air Force, and Franklin Covey classes (training and assessment in the areas of leadership, individual effectiveness, and business execution) at a San Antonio college, and she eventually taught real estate classes with Keller Williams Realty and the San Antonio Board of Realtors after retiring from the Air Force.  After a 20-year career in the Air Force, Thelma served the San Antonio community as a realtor. Her first book, “A Perfectly Imperfect Masterpiece,” was published this year. Thelma is a woman of faith, wisdom, and talent for public speaking.  You can purchase her book at goodreads.com/ThelmaLove Social media: facebook.com/ThelmaLoveOFFICIAL Instagram.com/ThelmaLoveOFFICIAL youtube.com/@ThelmaLoveOFFICIAL pinterest.com/ThelmaLoveOFFICIAL linkeding.com/company/ThelmaLove   ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8cc3ba4f-3d0f-4c85-a2cf-c7d3b592aa59</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:18:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403048/860f86f4_b4cc_6f86_e492_967028923ba2.mp3" length="64822960" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Thelma J. Love. Thelma was born in Arcola, TX, a small city in Fort Bend County, within the Houston-Sugar Land-Missouri City metropolitan area. During Thelma’s early years growing up in Arcola with her parents and 11 siblings, the population was...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thelma J. Love. Thelma was born in Arcola, TX, a small city in Fort Bend County, within the Houston-Sugar Land-Missouri City metropolitan area. During Thelma’s early years growing up in Arcola with her parents and 11 siblings, the population was predominantly Black American and her village was filled with uncles, aunts, cousins, or long-time trusted neighbors. She started teaching after she left home and joined the United States Air Force. She started teaching Sunday School classes at various churches, then she taught professional military education courses while serving in the Air Force, and Franklin Covey classes (training and assessment in the areas of leadership, individual effectiveness, and business execution) at a San Antonio college, and she eventually taught real estate classes with Keller Williams Realty and the San Antonio Board of Realtors after retiring from the Air Force.  After a 20-year career in the Air Force, Thelma served the San Antonio community as a realtor. Her first book, “A Perfectly Imperfect Masterpiece,” was published this year. Thelma is a woman of faith, wisdom, and talent for public speaking.  You can purchase her book at goodreads.com/ThelmaLove Social media: facebook.com/ThelmaLoveOFFICIAL Instagram.com/ThelmaLoveOFFICIAL youtube.com/@ThelmaLoveOFFICIAL pinterest.com/ThelmaLoveOFFICIAL linkeding.com/company/ThelmaLove   ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2701</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The MixTape Queens</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-mixtape-queens--62403056</link><description><![CDATA[The MixTape Queens are partners In business and partners in life 🌈  They are the Founders of The Mixtape Queens which is catered to honoring and empowering creatives all over the world with high Quality ideas and designs!  With over 13 years of experience in graphic design, social media marketing and music marketing, The Mixtape Queens have created thousands of top-notch album covers, logos, motion graphics, and more for music artists and businesses worldwide.   The Mixtape queens podcast is streaming on all platforms, and people can visit our website and mixtapequeens.com  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fbf5fc4d-2d0b-4b6d-90ea-eb78e2b38bf5</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:42:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403056/9db342fe_6bc5_01e6_7302_eae31cfc14aa.mp3" length="39498395" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The MixTape Queens are partners In business and partners in life 🌈  They are the Founders of The Mixtape Queens which is catered to honoring and empowering creatives all over the world with high Quality ideas and designs!  With over 13 years of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The MixTape Queens are partners In business and partners in life 🌈  They are the Founders of The Mixtape Queens which is catered to honoring and empowering creatives all over the world with high Quality ideas and designs!  With over 13 years of experience in graphic design, social media marketing and music marketing, The Mixtape Queens have created thousands of top-notch album covers, logos, motion graphics, and more for music artists and businesses worldwide.   The Mixtape queens podcast is streaming on all platforms, and people can visit our website and mixtapequeens.com  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1646</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>E.L. Winston</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/e-l-winston--62403059</link><description><![CDATA[Winston is a man of many hats. He is an advocate, minister, husband, and trans man who is living his best life. Join us as we dive deep into his journey, exploring their inspirations, challenges, and the valuable lessons they have learned along the way. Get ready to be inspired and empowered by their story and perspective.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">5e263f8b-8093-4210-ac40-78e0c07bfa4a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2023 23:40:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403059/755738f8_ee11_2d67_8ddf_7180ed869cc8.mp3" length="50234722" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Winston is a man of many hats. He is an advocate, minister, husband, and trans man who is living his best life. Join us as we dive deep into his journey, exploring their inspirations, challenges, and the valuable lessons they have learned along the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Winston is a man of many hats. He is an advocate, minister, husband, and trans man who is living his best life. Join us as we dive deep into his journey, exploring their inspirations, challenges, and the valuable lessons they have learned along the way. Get ready to be inspired and empowered by their story and perspective.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2094</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Elijah Nicholas</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/elijah-nicholas--62403064</link><description><![CDATA[Elijah Nicholas founded 100 black trans men, in 2023 with the vision of bringing together leaders who could impact the current global climate by building up other black transgender men. Dr. Elijah is an author, actor, and trans advocate. Living a life of conscious driven decision-making he has a passion for helping others see their light and live their best life.        ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">93b650f6-6918-4d31-a34f-e09ddaf088c3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 23:44:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403064/349907444_44100_2_a55341a5a753f.mp3" length="33978970" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Elijah Nicholas founded 100 black trans men, in 2023 with the vision of bringing together leaders who could impact the current global climate by building up other black transgender men. Dr. Elijah is an author, actor, and trans advocate. Living a life...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Elijah Nicholas founded 100 black trans men, in 2023 with the vision of bringing together leaders who could impact the current global climate by building up other black transgender men. Dr. Elijah is an author, actor, and trans advocate. Living a life of conscious driven decision-making he has a passion for helping others see their light and live their best life.        ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2124</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Car Talk with Ness-"The Power of Thoughts"</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-talk-with-ness-the-power-of-thoughts--62403052</link><description><![CDATA[Our thoughts shape our reality and have the potential to create positive change. Let us harness this power to envision a world where compassion, understanding, and unity prevail. Together, we can turn our thoughts into actions that transform our lives and the world around us.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">93ef2504-7031-4f06-a2a7-df43ebc8a1fe</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 20:47:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403052/5bedbd25_2a20_d3a0_db97_e4b044de299b.mp3" length="36727642" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Our thoughts shape our reality and have the potential to create positive change. Let us harness this power to envision a world where compassion, understanding, and unity prevail. Together, we can turn our thoughts into actions that transform our lives...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Our thoughts shape our reality and have the potential to create positive change. Let us harness this power to envision a world where compassion, understanding, and unity prevail. Together, we can turn our thoughts into actions that transform our lives and the world around us.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1149</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Car Talk with Ness and Sam</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-talk-with-ness-and-sam--62403067</link><description><![CDATA[My wife and I always have powerful and thought provoking conversations when we are in the car. This time we decided to record our conversation. Thank you for tuning in!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d7c8fb45-8b8f-4d95-8385-ce8ac80a6195</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:03:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403067/339413000_44100_1_9f34379232811.mp3" length="21734903" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>My wife and I always have powerful and thought provoking conversations when we are in the car. This time we decided to record our conversation. Thank you for tuning in!  ---   Support this podcast:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[My wife and I always have powerful and thought provoking conversations when we are in the car. This time we decided to record our conversation. Thank you for tuning in!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1362</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Bishop Johnnie Clark Jr.</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bishop-johnnie-clark-jr--62403054</link><description><![CDATA[Bishop Johnnie Clark Jr. Aka champ is the son of Johhnie and Sylvia Clark. He was raised in New Orleans Louisiana and surrendered his life to Christ at the tender age of 12. At the age of 39, he committed himself to take full-time ministry and has preached and taught at conferences in Northern Claifornia, as well as the Louisiana area. He is well respected as a Bible teacher and preacher.  Pastor Clark had studied at Southern Lousiana University and attended Oakland Bible college where he was an A student. He was voted one of the most influential people in the city of Lathrop California where he served on the chamber of commerce. He is a campus pastor at Word assemblely a family of churches under oversser Bishop Keith Clark. He currently serves as pastor at the Tracy campus in Tracy California.  Pastor Clark’s driving passion is preaching and teaching people about how to live what they learn. He continuously uses his God-given influence to benefit the lives of people wherever he goes.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">1d95466b-5fa2-400d-a204-3249748c2055</guid><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2023 23:43:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403054/337284987_44100_1_3ec942632fa02.mp3" length="43950173" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Bishop Johnnie Clark Jr. Aka champ is the son of Johhnie and Sylvia Clark. He was raised in New Orleans Louisiana and surrendered his life to Christ at the tender age of 12. At the age of 39, he committed himself to take full-time ministry and has...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bishop Johnnie Clark Jr. Aka champ is the son of Johhnie and Sylvia Clark. He was raised in New Orleans Louisiana and surrendered his life to Christ at the tender age of 12. At the age of 39, he committed himself to take full-time ministry and has preached and taught at conferences in Northern Claifornia, as well as the Louisiana area. He is well respected as a Bible teacher and preacher.  Pastor Clark had studied at Southern Lousiana University and attended Oakland Bible college where he was an A student. He was voted one of the most influential people in the city of Lathrop California where he served on the chamber of commerce. He is a campus pastor at Word assemblely a family of churches under oversser Bishop Keith Clark. He currently serves as pastor at the Tracy campus in Tracy California.  Pastor Clark’s driving passion is preaching and teaching people about how to live what they learn. He continuously uses his God-given influence to benefit the lives of people wherever he goes.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2753</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Uche Chukwu</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/uche-chukwu--62403063</link><description><![CDATA[Uche is a life coach, Youtuber/Podcaster, Public Speaker, Philosopher, and a US Army veteran who focuses on empowering the black community, Africans, and the African diaspora LGBTQ population to break free from outdated social and traditional norms and unapologetically live their fullest potentials as humans. Uche Chukwu – Unapologetically driving the legacy that God has brought him forth to lead.  Uche has traveled to over 40 countries, networking and conversing with Black people all around the world, and he has learned that the collective diaspora community has a singular central problem – White Supremacy.   In an effort to be the catalyst and a driver for change, Uche walked away from a very comfortable career in Healthcare Research to pursue a second Masters in Philosophy with focus on Existential Being. Uche believes that every human’s existence is perfect and necessary, and that we must all embody our individual uniqueness and remain our most authentic selves at all times in order to pass the rigorous tests of life.   Uche’s method focuses on Spirituality – the belief that all is one but manifests in different forms. Being anything other than your natural self is an automatic failure. In other words, you owe it to yourself and the world to be your most authentic self at all times.   Uche believes that racism and homophobia around the world, especially towards people of African descent, reflects a collective mediocrity in thinking and a loss of understanding in our spiritual essence, and the time to re-write that narrative is now. Uche Chukwu – Unapologetically driving the legacy that God has brought him forth to lead.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d14dd0b4-6494-41fe-8c5c-d4ecd93f596a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jun 2023 23:41:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403063/0ad1a035_3158_a024_1d98_7f7db00600c4.mp3" length="39876439" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Uche is a life coach, Youtuber/Podcaster, Public Speaker, Philosopher, and a US Army veteran who focuses on empowering the black community, Africans, and the African diaspora LGBTQ population to break free from outdated social and traditional norms...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Uche is a life coach, Youtuber/Podcaster, Public Speaker, Philosopher, and a US Army veteran who focuses on empowering the black community, Africans, and the African diaspora LGBTQ population to break free from outdated social and traditional norms and unapologetically live their fullest potentials as humans. Uche Chukwu – Unapologetically driving the legacy that God has brought him forth to lead.  Uche has traveled to over 40 countries, networking and conversing with Black people all around the world, and he has learned that the collective diaspora community has a singular central problem – White Supremacy.   In an effort to be the catalyst and a driver for change, Uche walked away from a very comfortable career in Healthcare Research to pursue a second Masters in Philosophy with focus on Existential Being. Uche believes that every human’s existence is perfect and necessary, and that we must all embody our individual uniqueness and remain our most authentic selves at all times in order to pass the rigorous tests of life.   Uche’s method focuses on Spirituality – the belief that all is one but manifests in different forms. Being anything other than your natural self is an automatic failure. In other words, you owe it to yourself and the world to be your most authentic self at all times.   Uche believes that racism and homophobia around the world, especially towards people of African descent, reflects a collective mediocrity in thinking and a loss of understanding in our spiritual essence, and the time to re-write that narrative is now. Uche Chukwu – Unapologetically driving the legacy that God has brought him forth to lead.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1662</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The power of choice!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-choice--62403071</link><description><![CDATA[The power of choice is one of the greatest gifts in life. You don’t have to wait for the perfect moment to build your dream life. You can build your dream life right where you are. Take a leap of faith and let the divine creator guide you. Follow me on IG at beyoudoyou_1. For coaching clarity sessions e-mail me at beyoudoyoucoaching@gmail.com  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e0e8a3c1-f0be-4b61-9ccf-b196e31beaa4</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 15:38:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403071/315924929_44100_2_f24a9bf708e89.mp3" length="5890045" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The power of choice is one of the greatest gifts in life. You don’t have to wait for the perfect moment to build your dream life. You can build your dream life right where you are. Take a leap of faith and let the divine creator guide you. Follow me...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The power of choice is one of the greatest gifts in life. You don’t have to wait for the perfect moment to build your dream life. You can build your dream life right where you are. Take a leap of faith and let the divine creator guide you. Follow me on IG at beyoudoyou_1. For coaching clarity sessions e-mail me at beyoudoyoucoaching@gmail.com  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>369</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Bobbi Parish</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bobbi-parish--62403075</link><description><![CDATA[After enduring decades of trauma as both a child and adult, Bobbi struggled with depression, disability and homelessness – bouncing in and out of psychiatric wards seven different times. As she tried to get help within the mental health system she was labeled as a “difficult patient” because she didn’t improve in the retraumatizing non-trauma informed hospitals and clinics who treated her. After deciding to try to help trauma survivors more compassionately and with her lived experience, her graduate school program told her she had “no potential to contribute to the field” due to her mental health struggles. It took her two decades to shed that belief because it so accurately mirrored what her childhood and adult abusers taught her. But in 2017 she founded The International Association of Trauma Recovery Coaching, which has trained more than 600 Trauma Recovery Coaches around the world, disrupting the Western mental health model’s current treatment of trauma survivors. Over the past five years Bobbi has written and developed five different coaching certification programs where more than 90% of the students entering the coursework are trauma survivors themselves. The Association has the only Code of Ethics, Safety Protocols and Supervision for Trauma Recovery Coaches worldwide. Bobbi maintains a successful coaching practice using Internal Family Systems, Trauma Informed Stablization and HeartMath in service of both individuals and couples with trauma histories. She is also well versed in Religious and Spiritual Trauma, which informed the writing of her book Creating Your Personal Sacred Text. It teaches a unique writing process that supports individuals developing a spiritual practice to define and celebrate their personal beliefs. As a queer, neurodivergent mental health provider who has had her own mental health struggles, Bobbi also speaks out against marginalization and her own experience of being "othered" outside the mainstream Western Mental Health Community. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: @BobbiParish Twitter: @BobbilParish Facebook: Bobbi Parish Coaching Also can post on all of The International Association of Trauma Recovery Coaching’s social media channels: Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">07e05649-efb8-404d-94d0-937eb843f48a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Feb 2023 00:42:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403075/327668028_44100_1_3b7d2f2244905.mp3" length="111712296" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>After enduring decades of trauma as both a child and adult, Bobbi struggled with depression, disability and homelessness – bouncing in and out of psychiatric wards seven different times. As she tried to get help within the mental health system she was...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[After enduring decades of trauma as both a child and adult, Bobbi struggled with depression, disability and homelessness – bouncing in and out of psychiatric wards seven different times. As she tried to get help within the mental health system she was labeled as a “difficult patient” because she didn’t improve in the retraumatizing non-trauma informed hospitals and clinics who treated her. After deciding to try to help trauma survivors more compassionately and with her lived experience, her graduate school program told her she had “no potential to contribute to the field” due to her mental health struggles. It took her two decades to shed that belief because it so accurately mirrored what her childhood and adult abusers taught her. But in 2017 she founded The International Association of Trauma Recovery Coaching, which has trained more than 600 Trauma Recovery Coaches around the world, disrupting the Western mental health model’s current treatment of trauma survivors. Over the past five years Bobbi has written and developed five different coaching certification programs where more than 90% of the students entering the coursework are trauma survivors themselves. The Association has the only Code of Ethics, Safety Protocols and Supervision for Trauma Recovery Coaches worldwide. Bobbi maintains a successful coaching practice using Internal Family Systems, Trauma Informed Stablization and HeartMath in service of both individuals and couples with trauma histories. She is also well versed in Religious and Spiritual Trauma, which informed the writing of her book Creating Your Personal Sacred Text. It teaches a unique writing process that supports individuals developing a spiritual practice to define and celebrate their personal beliefs. As a queer, neurodivergent mental health provider who has had her own mental health struggles, Bobbi also speaks out against marginalization and her own experience of being "othered" outside the mainstream Western Mental Health Community. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: @BobbiParish Twitter: @BobbilParish Facebook: Bobbi Parish Coaching Also can post on all of The International Association of Trauma Recovery Coaching’s social media channels: Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3495</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Life is too short!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-is-too-short--62403058</link><description><![CDATA[Life is too short to continue worrying about the opinions of other people. Whatever it is that you want to do the time is now. No more thinking about it just decide. Cheers to an extraordinary 2023!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a93b822e-52da-494f-9877-ec53bf33c050</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 06:23:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403058/306614880_44100_2_62a9f497c62b9.mp3" length="2550552" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Life is too short to continue worrying about the opinions of other people. Whatever it is that you want to do the time is now. No more thinking about it just decide. Cheers to an extraordinary 2023!  ---   Support this podcast:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Life is too short to continue worrying about the opinions of other people. Whatever it is that you want to do the time is now. No more thinking about it just decide. Cheers to an extraordinary 2023!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>160</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Trust the process</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/trust-the-process--62403065</link><description><![CDATA[I had an amazing conversation with one of my mentors and it came right on time. As much as we want success in life you can never reach the level you want without focusing on your being. Learn to be grateful and present in the now. Who you're being is more important than the chase for success. Success will come but not if you sacrifice your being.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b9411843-8133-40e5-984e-76163c9e9f6b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 15:22:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403065/290625022_44100_2_2ea7c016a50c9.mp3" length="7061167" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>I had an amazing conversation with one of my mentors and it came right on time. As much as we want success in life you can never reach the level you want without focusing on your being. Learn to be grateful and present in the now. Who you're being is...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[I had an amazing conversation with one of my mentors and it came right on time. As much as we want success in life you can never reach the level you want without focusing on your being. Learn to be grateful and present in the now. Who you're being is more important than the chase for success. Success will come but not if you sacrifice your being.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>442</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>It is never too late to do anything!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-is-never-too-late-to-do-anything--62403069</link><description><![CDATA[I used to think I was too old... too old to start a business, get back in shape, start a new relationship, and the list goes on. On the other side of our comfort zone is where fulfillment resides. The choice is yours. Do you want to stay comfortable are are you ready to soar?  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">cd02ad89-aafc-4dbf-9564-f2218bf0a911</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:47:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403069/290233897_44100_2_28d49d043d9df.mp3" length="5229670" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>I used to think I was too old... too old to start a business, get back in shape, start a new relationship, and the list goes on. On the other side of our comfort zone is where fulfillment resides. The choice is yours. Do you want to stay comfortable...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[I used to think I was too old... too old to start a business, get back in shape, start a new relationship, and the list goes on. On the other side of our comfort zone is where fulfillment resides. The choice is yours. Do you want to stay comfortable are are you ready to soar?  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>327</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>E.L. Winston</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/e-l-winston--62403066</link><description><![CDATA[E.L. Winston wears many hats.   He is a husband  Father of 6  Hosts of couples seminar with his wife.  Business owner and relationship coach alongside wife at love lives inside us.  Owner of 2 non-profits tranzformation which supply binders, stp, and packers to brothers who need them and seek and serve where he serves the community in any way he can.   founder of 2 non-collegiate Greek organizations one for masculine-identified lesbians and the other for Trans Men and Ordained minister. And episode you don’t want to miss!!!   ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b305fbee-1036-497c-8b44-b65d88c14ed0</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 00:05:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403066/288268471_32000_2_67be7995ef6c4.mp3" length="44177137" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>E.L. Winston wears many hats.   He is a husband  Father of 6  Hosts of couples seminar with his wife.  Business owner and relationship coach alongside wife at love lives inside us.  Owner of 2 non-profits tranzformation which supply binders, stp, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[E.L. Winston wears many hats.   He is a husband  Father of 6  Hosts of couples seminar with his wife.  Business owner and relationship coach alongside wife at love lives inside us.  Owner of 2 non-profits tranzformation which supply binders, stp, and packers to brothers who need them and seek and serve where he serves the community in any way he can.   founder of 2 non-collegiate Greek organizations one for masculine-identified lesbians and the other for Trans Men and Ordained minister. And episode you don’t want to miss!!!   ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1840</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>What are you carrying?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-are-you-carrying--62403049</link><description><![CDATA[Most of us carry around unresolved trauma, resentment, guilt, shame, doubt, and limiting beliefs about ourselves. These things can ultimately affect us mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually until we decide to make a change. You cannot go to the next level in life repeating the same damaging cycles. It’s time to do something different. What are you carrying and what do you need to let go?  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3a20939b-7584-4695-b2a5-bdea561b3138</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:35:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403049/286640890_44100_2_17b88ed2377ca.mp3" length="3537771" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Most of us carry around unresolved trauma, resentment, guilt, shame, doubt, and limiting beliefs about ourselves. These things can ultimately affect us mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually until we decide to make a change. You cannot go...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Most of us carry around unresolved trauma, resentment, guilt, shame, doubt, and limiting beliefs about ourselves. These things can ultimately affect us mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually until we decide to make a change. You cannot go to the next level in life repeating the same damaging cycles. It’s time to do something different. What are you carrying and what do you need to let go?  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>222</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The be you do you experience-Gazit</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-be-you-do-you-experience-gazit--62403072</link><description><![CDATA[Get the full experience on what it is like to be a guest on be you do you. A safe space where you can be yourself and share your story!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">04bd757c-82c8-4e0b-82e5-aeb7cb2b5931</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 22:50:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403072/281018567_44100_2_a1c0656c8af9b.mp3" length="1099510" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Get the full experience on what it is like to be a guest on be you do you. A safe space where you can be yourself and share your story!  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Get the full experience on what it is like to be a guest on be you do you. A safe space where you can be yourself and share your story!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>69</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Help!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/help--62403050</link><description><![CDATA[Not everyone is ready to receive help. Help those you can and others leave them alone until they are ready. As a life coach, I help my clients heal from trauma, get rid of limiting beliefs, and go from victim to victorious so they can be the best versions of themselves. I cannot help everyone and I’m okay with that. My mission is to help those who are ready to move forward to the life they deserve!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3b0a0fa9-4879-4f06-8ae8-77c250814118</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 03:12:38 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403050/276884170_44100_2_5c8d9a2e273f3.mp3" length="4016334" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Not everyone is ready to receive help. Help those you can and others leave them alone until they are ready. As a life coach, I help my clients heal from trauma, get rid of limiting beliefs, and go from victim to victorious so they can be the best...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Not everyone is ready to receive help. Help those you can and others leave them alone until they are ready. As a life coach, I help my clients heal from trauma, get rid of limiting beliefs, and go from victim to victorious so they can be the best versions of themselves. I cannot help everyone and I’m okay with that. My mission is to help those who are ready to move forward to the life they deserve!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>251</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kathy Houston</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kathy-houston--62403068</link><description><![CDATA[Kathy Houston is a life coach for mature women. She helps them develop and implement strategies for health, wellness, and fulfilling relationships in a LGBTQ+ safe space. Kathy left a 35 year marriage to live her truth. She now lives with her wife living life with such happiness, joy, and love.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ed187233-ad0c-4502-8572-570c5c9823f6</guid><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2022 00:04:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403068/276741023_44100_2_4f78343176dd3.mp3" length="22542375" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Kathy Houston is a life coach for mature women. She helps them develop and implement strategies for health, wellness, and fulfilling relationships in a LGBTQ+ safe space. Kathy left a 35 year marriage to live her truth. She now lives with her wife...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Kathy Houston is a life coach for mature women. She helps them develop and implement strategies for health, wellness, and fulfilling relationships in a LGBTQ+ safe space. Kathy left a 35 year marriage to live her truth. She now lives with her wife living life with such happiness, joy, and love.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1409</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>I AM</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-am--62403051</link><description><![CDATA[The I AM is the metaphysical name of the spiritual self, as distinguished from the human self. One is governed by Spirit, the other by personal will. I AM is eternal, without beginning or ending: the true spiritual man whom GOD made in His image and likeness.             Who are you???  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2636f820-5b42-43c6-9082-6a8535befa9d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2022 21:06:37 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403051/274585022_44100_2_3b49432b4cb18.mp3" length="4594372" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The I AM is the metaphysical name of the spiritual self, as distinguished from the human self. One is governed by Spirit, the other by personal will. I AM is eternal, without beginning or ending: the true spiritual man whom GOD made in His image and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The I AM is the metaphysical name of the spiritual self, as distinguished from the human self. One is governed by Spirit, the other by personal will. I AM is eternal, without beginning or ending: the true spiritual man whom GOD made in His image and likeness.             Who are you???  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>288</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab9337e8ddcb50433a53eebaa7647a69.jpg"/><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The power of your thoughts</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-your-thoughts--62403060</link><description><![CDATA[I almost talked myself out of an opportunity. I committed to attending an event and immediately my thoughts went to my past failures. I was able to sit with my thoughts, create new ones, and ultimately be provided with another opportunity to show up. Push through your fears and show up!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d64e38b7-c054-4587-a73d-75624c0d8436</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2022 04:38:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403060/273173886_44100_2_540e6621356b7.mp3" length="9275097" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>I almost talked myself out of an opportunity. I committed to attending an event and immediately my thoughts went to my past failures. I was able to sit with my thoughts, create new ones, and ultimately be provided with another opportunity to show up....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[I almost talked myself out of an opportunity. I committed to attending an event and immediately my thoughts went to my past failures. I was able to sit with my thoughts, create new ones, and ultimately be provided with another opportunity to show up. Push through your fears and show up!  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>580</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Seasons: Are you ready?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/seasons-are-you-ready--62403070</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode I talk about the importance of self care and mental health. Do not allow your past to keep you hostage. A bright future is waiting for you.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fb670f66-9890-4e72-942f-df069e036ecf</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 04:08:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403070/270448237_44100_2_b9af4d32da398.mp3" length="12341663" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode I talk about the importance of self care and mental health. Do not allow your past to keep you hostage. A bright future is waiting for you.  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I talk about the importance of self care and mental health. Do not allow your past to keep you hostage. A bright future is waiting for you.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>772</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09e8c6e59e91dd3b5854a942b1f9dc31.jpg"/><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>You are one decision away!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-one-decision-away--62403073</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode I talk about a man who made a decision that changed his life! What decisions do you need to make? Be honest with yourself. You cannot get help if you don't ask for it.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8c5920d6-2b18-4cec-b313-2711826613d7</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 17:34:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403073/268304612_44100_2_35df7d15fb867.mp3" length="4135453" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode I talk about a man who made a decision that changed his life! What decisions do you need to make? Be honest with yourself. You cannot get help if you don't ask for it.  ---   Support this podcast:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode I talk about a man who made a decision that changed his life! What decisions do you need to make? Be honest with yourself. You cannot get help if you don't ask for it.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>259</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ab9337e8ddcb50433a53eebaa7647a69.jpg"/><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Heather Hester of Just Breathe</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/heather-hester-of-just-breathe--62403074</link><description><![CDATA[Heather is a podcast host and coach for parents and allies of LGBTQIA+ adolescents and young adults. She believes the coming out process is beautiful. She works with her clients to let go of fear and the feelings of isolation so that they can reconnect with themselves and their child in a meaningful, grounded way. She is a writer, the mother of four (two of whom are LGBTQIA), and a student of life who believes in embracing the messiness, opening to education, strengthening through empowerment, and overcoming anything.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">65014aed-57f2-49f3-b4a4-71a56f9b358b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 17 Apr 2022 00:04:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403074/260112846_32000_1_190f8f9010e09.mp3" length="51770651" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Heather is a podcast host and coach for parents and allies of LGBTQIA+ adolescents and young adults. She believes the coming out process is beautiful. She works with her clients to let go of fear and the feelings of isolation so that they can...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Heather is a podcast host and coach for parents and allies of LGBTQIA+ adolescents and young adults. She believes the coming out process is beautiful. She works with her clients to let go of fear and the feelings of isolation so that they can reconnect with themselves and their child in a meaningful, grounded way. She is a writer, the mother of four (two of whom are LGBTQIA), and a student of life who believes in embracing the messiness, opening to education, strengthening through empowerment, and overcoming anything.  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3236</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>DR. ELENA GITTENS</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-elena-gittens--62403078</link><description><![CDATA[Dr. Alena Gittens is a proud Black, queer, disabled, immigrant, and a licensed clinical psychologist in California. She specializes in trauma-informed care and chronic or persistent mental illness. She has worked in various settings – schools, community mental health centers, addiction treatment and is currently running her own private practice. Dr. Gittens was born and raised in the small Caribbean Island of Barbados before immigrating to Brooklyn, NY with her family. Dr. Gittens later moved to California for college at Stanford University where she graduated with honors in psychology. She then earned her doctorate in clinical psychology with an emphasis in Diversity and Community Mental Health and LGBTQ+ and Gender psychology. Dr. Gittens has served in panels discussing mental health in marginalized communities, helped produce psychoeducational materials in both English and Spanish for the larger community, and has produced and participated in plays as well as monologue series that help others understand and relate to various mental health topics. Dr. Gittens loves biking, going on long hikes, and spending time with her wife and fur baby. During her spare time, she is trying her hand at gardening, practicing yoga, and doing puzzles. Dr. Gittens enjoys cooking for close friends and family. As an island gyal at heart, or as her wife puts it – a true "water baby" – Dr. Gittens find swimming or soaking in large bodies or water quite healing and relaxing. She loves the sun, warm weather, and all things beach days. In this interview, Dr. Gittens opens up about how she navigated through her sexual identity, some of the challenges she faced with her family, and overcoming trauma, pain, and chronic suicidal ideation. Through all that she endured - a testament that no matter what you go through, you can get through it. Dr. Gittens is now a successful Clinical Psychologist who enjoys helping others navigate their own lives and not just live but thrive! “Live life out loud!” is a motto Dr. Gittens lives by, and she encourages others to do the same. You can find her at: https://www.drg-myhealingspace.com/  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9f58960d-c099-4847-8163-2cf794ad20db</guid><pubDate>Sun, 10 Apr 2022 00:02:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62403078/257742039_44100_2_89b0aab3bafcb.mp3" length="67475473" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Sam Castle</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dr. Alena Gittens is a proud Black, queer, disabled, immigrant, and a licensed clinical psychologist in California. She specializes in trauma-informed care and chronic or persistent mental illness. She has worked in various settings – schools,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dr. Alena Gittens is a proud Black, queer, disabled, immigrant, and a licensed clinical psychologist in California. She specializes in trauma-informed care and chronic or persistent mental illness. She has worked in various settings – schools, community mental health centers, addiction treatment and is currently running her own private practice. Dr. Gittens was born and raised in the small Caribbean Island of Barbados before immigrating to Brooklyn, NY with her family. Dr. Gittens later moved to California for college at Stanford University where she graduated with honors in psychology. She then earned her doctorate in clinical psychology with an emphasis in Diversity and Community Mental Health and LGBTQ+ and Gender psychology. Dr. Gittens has served in panels discussing mental health in marginalized communities, helped produce psychoeducational materials in both English and Spanish for the larger community, and has produced and participated in plays as well as monologue series that help others understand and relate to various mental health topics. Dr. Gittens loves biking, going on long hikes, and spending time with her wife and fur baby. During her spare time, she is trying her hand at gardening, practicing yoga, and doing puzzles. Dr. Gittens enjoys cooking for close friends and family. As an island gyal at heart, or as her wife puts it – a true "water baby" – Dr. Gittens find swimming or soaking in large bodies or water quite healing and relaxing. She loves the sun, warm weather, and all things beach days. In this interview, Dr. Gittens opens up about how she navigated through her sexual identity, some of the challenges she faced with her family, and overcoming trauma, pain, and chronic suicidal ideation. Through all that she endured - a testament that no matter what you go through, you can get through it. Dr. Gittens is now a successful Clinical Psychologist who enjoys helping others navigate their own lives and not just live but thrive! “Live life out loud!” is a motto Dr. Gittens lives by, and she encourages others to do the same. You can find her at: https://www.drg-myhealingspace.com/  ---   Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sam-castle/support</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4218</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c1e21850fb5efb4a84a8a56ed3ba95a.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
