This conversation with Tonya Peck is one of those episodes that hits you in the chest in the best way possible. Tonya grew up in chaos, carried shame that never belonged to her, and spent years trying to outrun the emotional imprint of feeling unwanted. Her turning point came when she discovered the power of the Primal Question; the single emotional need that shapes how we love, lead, react, and relate.

Now she’s a Primal Question Coach, a longtime healthcare professional, and a fitness instructor who teaches women how to break belief barriers and finally step into their God-given gifts. This episode dives into healing, identity, faith, emotional awareness, and why small shifts can change the entire direction of a life. It's honest, hopeful, and incredibly human.

04:40 — Tonya’s journey from a chaotic childhood to becoming a coach

08:10 — Teen pregnancy, loss, and the years she carried silent shame

13:05 — The moment she realized her story could help someone else

17:20 — What the seven Primal Questions are and why they matter

22:45 — Identifying your dominant emotional need

27:10 — Breaking belief barriers and stepping out of comfort zones

32:00 — How physical health ties directly to emotional healing

36:50 — Faith, forgiveness, and rebuilding self-worth

41:30 — Leadership, community, and accountability

45:40 — What Tonya wishes every woman knew about her own strength

50:00 — How to start healing your story today

✨Connect with Tonya Peck:

• Website: https://motionandmindset.com/
• Instagram: @motionandmindset

✨ Connect with Michele Simms:

• Website: thebeautyinthemess.com
• Instagram: @the.beauty.in.the.mess
• LinkedIn: Michele Simms
• Facebook Group: The Beauty in the Mess Podcast

💬 Rate & Review

· Loved this episode? Please consider leaving a 5-star review and sharing it with a friend!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.