This episode highlights inclusion, advocacy and creative leadership through Toni's work in pro hockey and community initiatives like the Rainbow Ice game. Emma and Toni discuss breaking stigmas around mental health and addiction while spotlighting underrepresented voices from drag culture to LGBTQ+ fans at sporting events. They also cover the realities of authoring and promoting a book, podcast guesting advice, and how to hold compassionate boundaries. A hopeful, practical conversation for listeners supporting loved ones or navigating recovery themselves, with resources and encouragement to find your own way forward.

Connect with Toni Here:

Website: https://www.toniwill.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imtoniwill/

Rebellious Success - Toni's Book: https://www.toniwill.com/rebellious-success

Listen to Toni's Podcast Here:

Women In…is a podcast that celebrates women in all walks of life and the people in their lives who are lifting them up. You will hear from super cool people in my life and share their stories to inspire others to support all the extraordinary women around them. This is a space to be disruptive, forward-thinking, and change agents for humankind. It is uncensored, fun, and curiosity-driven.

If you'd like to listen to or watch some episodes, here are the links:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in/id1745524618

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1bq7Oir4efb6F4283akjgh

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3KCmFHv1UcB99L2Hi_6MwA

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Cintia opens up about the cultural, practical and emotional realities of moving countries twice, first to Denmark and later to Dubai and how those moves shaped her personally and professionally. She describes feeling like an outsider in Europe versus being welcomed and advantaged as a woman in Dubai, the ease of networking among 117 nationalities, and the concrete benefits of zero personal income tax and streamlined company setup. The conversation also touches on the tougher bits: language barriers, extreme summer heat, and the humbling shift from HR to sales. Listeners receive honest, actionable insight for anyone considering relocation or career reinvention.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cintia-arnhoffer-a1a629212/

Website: https://arnhoffer.com/

Continue Your Journey

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Beyond mourning, this interview is a toolkit for living alongside grief. Camille walks listeners through exercises to regulate emotion, reframe loss ("I had my son" instead of "I lost my son"), and use grief as a source of wisdom that fuels purpose. The discussion covers supporting someone with addiction, the power of gentle presence versus criticism, and ways to remain connected to those who died spiritually or through stories. Listeners leave with actionable ideas: question painful thoughts, give yourself permission to feel happy without guilt, and seek compassionate help when needed.

Connect with Camille Here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camille-ellis-5912a2b/

Website: https://www.yourcoachcamille.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camille_ellis_griefcoach/

Yelp Reviews

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This episode reframes addiction recovery by spotlighting a commonly overlooked factor: brain nutrition. Christina, a psychotherapist and certified nutritionist with decades in addiction work, explains how many people who chronically relapse have ‘starving brains’—inconsistent eating, ultra-processed diets and depleted neurotransmitters. She outlines practical strategies: 20 grams of protein every four hours, targeted amino acids (tyrosine, theanine, 5-HTP, D-phenylalanine), and high-dose omega-3s. Listeners learn how these interventions can quickly reduce cravings, stabilise mood, improve ADHD symptoms, and make psychosocial and spiritual recovery work. The conversation includes real client stories and clear, immediately usable recommendations.

Contact Christina Here:

School: www.aminoacidtherapy.com

Book: www.eatforrecovery.com

Non-profit: www.eatingproteinsaveslives.org

Podcast: Power-Up Recovery with Nutrition: https://www.youtube.com/@academyforaddictionmentalh135

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This episode is a hopeful, actionable guide for anyone stuck in repeating life patterns. Amanda shares relatable examples; grief, toxic relationships, and social pressure to show how beliefs about oneself shape external realities. She stresses mentorship and accountability, and explains how changing your identity naturally shifts friendships, romantic choices and daily habits. The discussion demystifies ‘manifestation’ as disciplined identity work: awareness, concrete tasks, community reinforcement and regular reflection. Whether you’re supporting someone in recovery or seeking your own change, this episode offers clear steps to move from stuck to thriving without relying solely on willpower.

Connect with Amanda here:

Website: https://www.mireleseffect.com

The Becomings Community: https://start.mireleseffect.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/identitywithmireles?stkn=MWZyZjBtMzk1MWNmMg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Lsj3G4Nuz/?mibextid=wwXIfr

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@mireleseffect

Continue Your Journey

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Emma and Liz dig into the cultural shifts needed to hold big emotions without collapsing into shame, shutdown or performative urgency. They discuss how modern media and social movements expose us to far more pain than previous generations, and why there’s a missing step between awareness and action: digesting feelings and forming values-informed responses. The conversation covers healthcare experiences, discernment in choosing providers, and the value of relational care. Listeners will come away with ideas for compassionate self-inquiry, community connection, and small, meaningful ways to live out their values.

Connect with Liz Here:

Website: www.wehealforall.com

Substack: wehealforall.substack.com

Social media: @wehealforall

Book: www.wehealforall.com/book :

When the World Hurts: Why the World's Pain Makes Sense and What You Can Do About It

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Be a Guest

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Until next time... be gentle with yourself, stay curious, and keep finding your own way forward