This week on the Pure Heart Podcast, Tracy and I slow down for a gentle, honest conversation about what it truly means to heal our family story—and why this kind of healing can take courage, patience, and a willingness to let yourself begin again.

You’ll hear heartfelt reflections on moving through cycles of change: how the patterns from childhood echo through our careers, relationships, and even the way we parent or create homes as adults.

We talk about what it feels like when family no longer looks or feels like the safety net it once was, and the loss and relief that can come from choosing a new path or becoming the “cycle breaker” for the next generation.

Tracy shares openly about the journey from feeling like she had to do it all alone—holding independence like armour—to slowly creating a chosen family rooted in shared values and acceptance.

We explore building a foundation of emotional safety, reparenting our inner child, and giving ourselves permission to set boundaries that honour our needs instead of only tending to others.

There’s guidance here for anyone navigating tough transitions: from recognising how old learned behaviors play out, to stepping out of victim consciousness and into self-trust, from grieving ‘what was’ to celebrating how far you’ve come.

We also reflect on the cosmic backdrop shaping so much of our recent growth—how energies like Jupiter in Cancer invite us into deeper connection, healing, and expansion through our emotions.

If you’re longing for more belonging, craving supportive relationships, or simply needing a reminder that your story can change, this episode is for you.

You are not alone in wanting both roots and wings.

Each moment of self-awareness is a new page in your family’s story, one you get to write with compassion and hope.

Have you ever wondered why we hold on so tightly to what hurts us, even when we know it’s time to let go?

This week’s episode gently cracks open the secret world of addiction—not just with substances, but anything we reach for when life feels overwhelming or we’re missing something inside.

Tracy Grace joins me to unravel what’s really at the heart of addictive patterns: not weakness, but unhealed wounds, family legacies, and a longing for comfort or belonging we didn’t always get as kids.

We talk about love, food, control, and chaos—how these comforts can fill old gaps, and how breaking the cycle means getting to know your truth with kindness, not shame.

Tracy shares her own story of being offered drinks as a teen, what it took to break generational patterns, and why real freedom came only when she felt safe enough—body and soul—to finally come home to herself.

You’ll hear why talk therapy alone isn’t enough, how somatic healing and nervous system work can help you (or someone you love) feel hope again, and why recovery isn’t about perfection.

It’s about finding connection, trusting your own timing, and reaching out for help even when you feel alone.

If you’re standing at the edge of change or supporting someone who is, let this episode remind you: you’re not broken, you’re brave.

There’s strength in facing the unfamiliar, and there are people and places who want to support you as you step into the next chapter.

Have you ever wondered, what if the very thing keeping us stuck isn't what happened to us—but how we've learned to survive it?

This week, our incredible friend Tracy Grace shares something eye-opening with us: "I realised I was addicted to my own trauma."

In this raw, transformative conversation, Tracy reveals how she went from chronic people-pleasing and burnout to becoming a powerful trauma healer—not by avoiding her pain, but by completely changing her relationship with it.

You'll hear the exact moment Tracy realised she was living in "victim consciousness"—constantly waiting for life to happen to her instead of stepping into her own power.

She shares how family estrangement, devastating loss, and years of anxiety finally became her greatest teachers when she learned to listen to her body's wisdom instead of just her mind's stories.

We dive deep into the nervous system, spiritual awakening, and why traditional talk therapy wasn't enough.

She walks us through the grounding practices, boundary work, and self-compassion tools that helped her shift from surviving to truly thriving.

If you've ever felt trapped by your own patterns, wondered why healing feels so hard, or questioned whether it's possible to feel genuinely safe and empowered again—this episode is your invitation to believe that transformation is not only possible, it's your birthright.

Listen, breathe, and let Tracy's courage inspire your own breakthrough.

In this episode, we open up about our own stories—how childhood patterns of not being listened to can echo into adulthood.

Vanessa recalls moments in past relationships where asking to be heard was brushed aside, and how learning to meet herself with compassion—and set boundaries with love—became her path to healing.

She also speaks about the rituals that keep her grounded: ten-minute check-ins, hand on her heart, simply breathing to come back to herself amid a busy day.

We talk about the power of pausing before reacting, of learning to write down what you wish you could say, even if it’s just to finally get the words unstuck.

Sometimes, healing is as simple as a nightly dinner ritual—asking your child, “What was the best part of your day?”

Or giving yourself permission to admit, “I’m angry right now, and I need some space.”

These little practices nourish us, help us connect, and create space for true communication.

Whether you’re learning to assert yourself at work, deepening honesty in your relationships, or just finding that gentle balance as a parent, we hope this episode meets you where you are.

Listen in for real stories, honest laughs, and tools you can put to use right now—so you can show up more fully for yourself and those you love.

Let’s keep healing, one heart-centered conversation at a time.

What happens when life presses those familiar buttons, and old stories of “not enough” and self-doubt bubble up again—no matter how much inner work you’ve already done?

This week, Vanessa and I sat down for a truly raw conversation about what it means to be human, vulnerable, and still growing, even as we teach and support others.

You’ll hear Vanessa’s honest reflections on overthinking, feeling unseen, and the journey from just “getting by” to actually feeling grounded and worthy—right in the messy middle of life.

Vanessa shares how learning to pause, breathe, and question those anxious thoughts has changed everything, and how laughter—and gentleness with ourselves—help us unhook from the old stories.

Together, we talk about the power of finding your voice when it’s never felt safe before, and the relief that comes when you finally choose to root into your own values, even if it means standing alone for a while.

We dive into real moments from the workplace and home—when old wounds come knocking, but this time, you have the awareness and tools to shift the energy and create genuine connection.

If you’ve ever thought, “I should be past this by now,” or wondered if you’re the only one who gets knocked back by old triggers, this episode is your invitation to feel seen, heard, and empowered. Because, as Vanessa reminds us, growth isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, loving yourself through the hard stuff, and letting your heart (not your old stories) lead the way.

Join us for this very real, very heartfelt episode. Listen, reflect, and let’s keep walking this path—together.

Vanessa's story will resonate deeply if you've ever felt caught between achievement and authenticity, between doing and being.

She began like many of us—searching for answers outside herself, striving to meet the world's expectations.

Through relationships, early motherhood, and her own spiritual awakening, she discovered that true beauty and healing had nothing to do with perfect routines. It meant returning, gently and with compassion, to her own heart.

Now working in the beauty field with a soulful approach, Vanessa brings wisdom that goes far beyond skin deep.

In our conversation, she shares how reiki, energy clearing, and intentional touch became her pathways to releasing old stories and grounding into presence.

We talk about the hidden power of five quiet minutes—what it means to breathe, to feel your skin, to let simple rituals soften the sharp edges of your day.

This episode is pure nourishment for anyone feeling raw, tired, or simply longing to reconnect with your own wholeness.

Vanessa offers gentle permission to let go, to feel, and to start each day with the softness and compassion you deserve.

You'll discover practical wisdom about turning daily routines into sacred pauses and learning to listen to your body's whispers with kindness.

If you're ready to nurture yourself the way you would a dear friend, this conversation is waiting for you.

This week’s episode is an honest, heartfelt exploration into what self-mastery really looks and feels like beyond the clichés.

We’re diving deep into the kind of growth that begins with knowing yourself, coming home to your heart, and using your challenges as true catalysts for transformation.

You'll hear stories of what happens when you start choosing responsibility for your own mind and energy, and why real magic often starts when you finally let go of the stories that keep you in your head.

We talk about the power of Reiki and heart connection, not just as healing tools for others, but as gateways to your own soul—a way of returning to your body, grounding yourself in truth, and building true resilience for all of life’s changes.

What struck me most was how much shifts, even when your outer world stays the same.

Suddenly, life feels lighter, more joyful, and filled with possibility—simply because you’re changing within.

You’ll also get an intimate look at how the Pure Heart practitioner journey is structured, why community and ongoing support matter, and how every step taken towards self-mastery becomes a ripple that lifts families, communities, and the world.

If you’ve ever wondered what it means to be truly empowered, to become the “heart leader” of your own life, or find freedom simply by being more yourself—this episode is for you.

This week’s episode is a heartfelt invitation to come home to yourself—to remember that life’s purpose isn’t a task to conquer, but a relationship to nurture with your deepest self.

Together, we explore the questions so many of us quietly ask: “Why am I here?” “What am I meant to do?” and “How do I even begin to find out what ignites me inside?”

In this gentle conversation, you’ll hear that your true purpose isn’t something to chase or a role to impress others with.

Instead, it’s a process of reconnecting with your heart, discovering the passions that light you up, and embracing each new chapter as a way to know yourself more deeply.

We speak to the courage it takes to try new paths, to leave behind old expectations, and to trust that even changes and triggers are loving teachers guiding you toward your authentic self.

We also touch on the power of vision—vision boards, astrology, noticing the signs life brings you—and how every experience, even the ones that feel uncomfortable or uncertain, broadens and deepens your understanding of who you are.

Through story and honest reflection, you’ll find encouragement to move through fear, release family patterns, and embrace your individuality, knowing the true purpose of life is to grow, to love, and to become the most honest version of yourself.

What moved me most in this conversation is how purpose is never just about an end point.

It’s found in each decision to honour your gifts, trust your process, and courageously receive the new.

And as always, you are invited—not to be anyone else, but to simply, lovingly, be yourself.