Rising Stronger

Embracing Sensitivity: Thriving as a Deeply Feeling Person in a Messy, Chaotic World

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this insightful podcast, listeners explore practical strategies for managing sensitivity amidst the chaotic events of modern life. The episode delv...

Commanding a Comeback From Cancer

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After receiving an aggressive cancer diagnosis on a client call, Farla applied 30 years of Fortune 500 turnaround strategy to her own treatment. Now s...

Back to Life, Back to Reality

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing my experience on transitioning back home from a life-changing event. Discussed how to return home and set yourself up for success after return...

Changed for Good

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join me to listen about my experience attending a 3 day therapeutic retreat, this time getting to be a participant rather than the therapist. It was a...

Welcome to Holland

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Take a listen and please share if you enjoyed it!

Breaking the Loop: Strategies to Stop Rumination and Find Peace

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join me as I explore effective strategies to quiet the mind, manage obsessive thoughts, and break free from the cycle of rumination. This episode offe...

Out of Whack Parts, Money Issues, Entrepreneurship….Oh My!

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jennifer Schrappe Director and Supervising Counselor of Chrysalis Enterprises of Ohio. She has extensive experience in trauma recovery and mental heal...

Everything But The Baby

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Infertility is a deeply personal and often challenging journey that affects countless individuals and couples around the world. It is not just a medic...

How Overcoming Challenges Builds Resilience and Character

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

April Weygand is a Public Speaker, former teacher, Appalachian Trail Thru-hiker, and business owner. She’s using her life of reinvention to help oth...

Soul on Fire 🔥

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I love to share resources that I love. My review of Soul on Fire: a story that summarizes everything I have been teaching (and trying to live myself)—...

Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Get In the Arena

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Follow up thoughts on my last episode. Once you watch or listen to it, follow it up with this episode. Get In the Arena and Step Out of Your Comfort Z...

Principles to Create Shifts and Real Change In Your Life

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest Brannon Patrick on to discuss ways to step out of your comfort zone and create real shifts and change in your life in order to create a ...

New Year, New Beginnings

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As we step into the new year with new goals and intentions, consider the day by day choices, as well as practicing DBT skills.

What NOT to Say When Someone Is Grieving/Struggling

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Follow up from Ugly Pair of Shoes episode, on do’s and don’ts to supporting someone through grief or hardship

An Ugly Pair of Shoes

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Going through loss or grief? Healing from loss is a deeply personal journey. Here are several ways to help navigate through the process of grief.

Rising Stronger From Body Image Issues

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How to manage and navigate body image issues.

How Do I Navigate the Holidays When There Is Mental Illness and/or Active Addiction Surrounding Me?

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

More in depth conversation about managing the holidays when celebrating with people with mental health and/or active addiction issues going on.

The Attitude of Gratitude

22 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shifting our attitude during the holidays

Red Flags vs. Green Flags to Be Aware of When Looking for a Therapist

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest, David, on to share his personal experience and insights on red flags he saw working with a supervisor/therapist. Guides to red flags an...

Rising Above Obstacles With Dr. Tommy Rhee

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From treating elite athletes at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, UCLA, and even the U.S. Navy; to being a pioneer in regenerative medicine, guest speaker Dr....

More IFS: Our Inner Critic

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do I rise above internal harsh criticism? Take a listen.

Let’s Talk Imposter Syndrome

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Discussing Imposter Syndrome and how to recognize and manage it with special guest, Alyssa Cariani.You can reach her at:Alyssa Cariani, MA, LPC, LCADC...

The Courage to Begin

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Start now, learn as you go, and let the journey refine you.

Strategies to Repair a Relationship

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A follow up from my last episode. What do you do when you need to repair? Where and how do you start?

Connection Over Correction

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Parenting teens: Connection Over Correction

Practicing Discernment

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When looking for guidance of any kind—therapeutic, medical, religious or reaching out to loved ones for advice—don’t forget to use discernment a...

The (Not So) Harmless Effects of Pornography

13 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spreading the word on the harmful effects Pornography has on children, adolescents, adults and relationships. Please listen and share.

The Truth Shall Set You Free

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Follow up from last episode: signs to look for with sexual abuse/trauma

From Scars to Strength

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

*Potenial Trigger Warning: We are discussing a sensitive subject of sexual abuse, but also healing from it. Special guest Suzanne Badawi, LCSW joins m...

Facts About EMDR

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Want to heal trauma? Or maybe there’s an old belief about yourself or the world that you want to let go of? Perhaps you should try EMDR. Here’s so...

Reflections

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s behind a picture? A lifetime of memories.

Should I Consider Telehealth?

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you considering telehealth/virtual therapy? Here’s a list of pros and cons to help you make your decision.

Task Paralysis

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Task Paralysis? Maybe you are in a difficult season of life, or maybe you have a diagnosis that makes getting tasks done challenging. Here’s some ti...

Adding Intention Into Your Busy/Hard Life

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ground zero? Hectic season of life? No time for self care? How adding intention to things you’re currently doing can serve as a self care hack

Practicing the Pause and Prioritizing

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Practicing the Pause and Prioritizing

Radical Acceptance

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Find yourself in a place of suffering? Learn how practicing radical acceptance can help create shifts.

Sharing With Sharon

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest speaker, Sharon Peterson, on to share about Alanon Principles

Can I Skip to the Good Part?

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If we just skipped ahead to the good parts, what would we miss along the way?

What Is Codependency?

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is codependency? What does it look like?

Brick by Brick

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you like this episode, please share with a loved one.

What Type of Therapeutic Approach Should I Look For When Finding a Therapist?

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for a therapist? Not sure what type of approach or modalities to look for? Take a listen.

Unplugging

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What can we REMOVE to create more peace in our lives?

The Tale of Two Wolves

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Which wolf will you feed?

Pockets of Joy

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a ground zero moment? Or in a long, ongoing stressful season of life? Take a listen.

The Whatif Monster

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An episode to share with kids to help them work through their worries.

Corrective Experiences

08 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How to create corrective experiences for healing after a traumatic event.

What Is My Purpose?

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Take a listen and share!

Self Abandonment or Simply Changing?

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Self Abandonment vs Simply Changing…how to tell the difference

Will I Ever Be The Same?

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Been through trauma? Do you ever worry if you will ever be the same again? Take a listen

What Must I Do Today?

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking of long term goals? What must you do TODAY?

Be Still and Know

04 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A technique I use with clients (and myself) when not sure what to do

Stuck In A Moment

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Good reminder when life feels hard or you are feeling stuck

Memoirs

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I think this is my favorite episode yet. Take a listen!

Ripple Effects

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How helping/blessing others can create ripple effects.Beth Riley is helping to inspire other women to reconnect with themselves and discover their pas...

Listening to Understand

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when we show up with compassion and curiosity vs defensiveness?

Our Teachers

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Can people who have hurt us/caused us pain possibly be a blessing to our lives?

❤️My Angels ❤️

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Reflection on all my angels during hard moments

The Journey of the Warrior

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Read an excerpt from Glennon Doyle Melton’s, Love Warrior about pain, and shared my personal take on this

I’m Back 😊

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I’m Back😊Finally resuming podcasts after a year and a half . Little explanation of where I have been and what I have learned

Be The Buffalo

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune In

The Power of Touch

11 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Details on healing massages with special guest Michelle MacCubbin.

C-PTSD

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder—how it dysregulates our nervous system and how we can help feel safe in our body.

Stutz

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Slow Fade followed up

Beware of the Slow Fades

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Not feeling your best? Unhappy? Any of these habits getting in the way of living your best life?

Creating Habits That Stick

31 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Check it out. Creating lifelong habits that connect you with your WHY.

Handling the Holidays Part 2

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

More tips for a peaceful and steady holiday

Handling the Holidays

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tips and tools for managing the holidays

Does Having A Bad Day Negate the Progress I’ve Made?

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What do you think?

Update and Life Lessons

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After a two month hiatus I am back. Sharing what’s kept me from podcasts, and lessons I got from that experience.

Coming Home to Ourselves

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How our hardships can be an opportunity to lead us back to our authentic selves.

Self Regulation

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tips and tools to regulate your heightened state of arousal

Meditation

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why meditation is important and suggestions/types

Attitude of Gratitude

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How we approach our situations can really impact our day to day lives. Listen to see how an attitude of gratitude can improve our situations.

Overwhelm

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In a place of overwhelm? Some strategies to help.

The Importance of Empathy and Boundaries

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Communication and boundaries can be tricky to navigate. Tune in for some tools.

The Beauty of Humility and Surrendering

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Take a listen.

The Power of Healing

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We CAN heal! Take a listen.

Learning Coping Tools With A Special Guest Speaker

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Guest speaker on to discuss healthy coping tools

Recipe for Success

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Specific tools to set you up for success when going through difficult times.

Taking a Small Break

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune In for details.

Find Your Tribe

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Great friendships, a great tribe, can really impact the quality of life. Listen to learn more about the important types of friends.

Regret vs. Overcoming

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why do we have regrets? How do we make shifts to look at how we have grown and evolved? Take a listen.

Find Your WHY

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What keeps you going when times get hard? Find your WHY.

Stages 5&6 of Grief: Acceptance and Finding Purpose

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Continuation from last episode. How do we get to a place of acceptance and meaning after pain? Listen to find out.

Forgiveness and moving through the stages of grief attached to this.

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a little longer than usual, but it’s got good information on why people do hurtful things, how to forgive, and has tools for navigat...

Look for the Helpers

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A little exercise to help during difficult times.

Redefining Motherhood

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Thoughts?

Circling Back to the Reparenting Episode

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Was reflecting on my last episode and wanted to address a couple of things.

Reparenting Ourselves

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What this means

Therapy and Healing Modalities

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why Is Therapy Important?

Safe vs Unsafe Relationships

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What does that look like?

Living a Brave and Open Hearted Life

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to live a Brave, open hearted life?

Creating Shifts

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Creating shifts in your daily life to create positive change

Intuition

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Intuition

Facing Pain

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

IFS model explained and Be the Buffalo

Ground Zero

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Your house just burnt down. Now what? Coming back from ground zero.

Welcome to Rising Strong

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing myself and sharing a little bit about my objectives.

Rising Stronger (Trailer)

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas