In this episode, hosts Steve Hudgins and Kenya Evelyn get into the true essence of success. They question whether material abundance defines success and explore how societal pressures, holiday stress, and personal setbacks can shape our perceptions.

Through heartfelt conversations, personal anecdotes, and reflective exercises, Steve and Kenya offer practical tips for shifting mindsets toward fulfillment and connection. They discuss the importance of cultivating deeper relationships, finding inner peace, and navigating the holiday season intentionally and clearly.

Join Steve and Kenya on this transformative journey as they guide listeners to discover what true success means. Tune in to uncover valuable insights on unlocking a healthier, happier self.

Key Moments:

00:10 Material wealth doesn't define parental success.

05:50 Success: Inner peace and strong family connections.

06:47 Cultivate alignment with clarity to attract better.

10:05 Finding strength and contentment through Philippians' wisdom.

16:56 Set intentions for a joyful December now.

21:07 Building connections and self-growth beyond challenges.

24:01 Best December: freeing, creative, memorable, joyful experiences.

25:35 Emotional growth fosters maturity and self-definition.

About Coached Soul:

Coached Soul is an empowering podcast hosted by Steve Hudgins, a mental health professional and author, and co-hosted by Kenya Whaley, a transformational therapeutic coach. With a focus on self-improvement, Steve covers many topics, including mental health, relationships, education, and more. He fearlessly tackles sensitive subjects like depression and anxiety, creating a safe space for open conversations. They offer valuable insights and lessons through interviews with guests who have overcome significant challenges. Coached Soul is not just a podcast but a supportive community that inspires personal growth and provides the necessary resources for transformation. Their expertise and genuine approach make Coached Soul a must-listen for anyone seeking to improve their life.

For more details, visit https://coachedsoul.com/

This is the continuation, rather part 2 of the episode 145. In this episode Steve Hudgins sits down with Therese Tonning, a distinguished therapist specializing in Emotional Quotient (EQ) Therapy from Norway. The discussion delves into the intricacies of EQ Therapy, a transformative approach focused on emotional intelligence and trauma release. Therese shares insights on how unresolved traumas can lead to narcissistic traits and the importance of both individual and group therapy in healing.

The episode explores the structure of the EQ Therapy training program, conducted part-time over three years, with detailed coursework, immersive group sessions, and emotional processing. Therese also emphasizes the necessity of parental involvement in youth therapy and the profound impact of familial dynamics on trauma.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the therapeutic journey, the effectiveness of EQ Therapy in addressing personality disorders, and upcoming plans for expanding this powerful therapeutic approach globally. Therese also recommends the book "The Myth of Normal" by Gabor Mate, which aligns with the concepts discussed during the episode.

Key moments :

00:10 EQ therapy school expanded to three Norwegian cities.

04:53 School offers online courses; EQ therapy program.

09:08 Connecting intuitively with clients, guiding interactions.

13:09 Childhood trauma influences adult personality disorders.

17:08 Understanding and expressing emotions important for kids.

21:02 High divorce rates in complex blended families.

23:30 Part-time work feels full-time, intense experience.

26:20 Online EQ therapist course in progress.

About the guest :

Therese Tonning embarked on her journey into therapy by joining the inaugural group of students at the EQ Institute in 2010. Founded by Haredes Palstadter and her daughter, Dura, in 2006, the EQ Therapy and subsequently the EQ Institute quickly garnered attention for their innovative approach. Therese completed her education at the institute in 2012, marking the beginning of her professional career in a rapidly growing field. Since its inception, the EQ Institute has expanded to three cities and now graduates about 300 students each year, underscoring its significant impact on modern therapy practices.

Website : https://eqi.no/

About Coached Soul:

Coached Soul is an empowering podcast hosted by Steve Hudgins, a mental health professional and author, and co-hosted by Kenya Whaley, a transformational therapeutic coach. With a focus on self-improvement, Steve covers many topics, including mental health, relationships, education, and more. He fearlessly tackles sensitive subjects like depression and anxiety, creating a safe space for open conversations. They offer valuable insights and lessons through interviews with guests who have overcome significant challenges. Coached Soul is not just a podcast but a supportive community that inspires personal growth and provides the necessary resources for transformation. Their expertise and genuine approach make Coached Soul a must-listen for anyone seeking to improve their life.

For more details, visit https://coachedsoul.com/

In this episode, host Steve Hudgins sits down with Therese Tonning, a distinguished therapist from Norway, to explore the nuances of EQ Therapy—Emotional Intelligence Therapy. Therese, who has dedicated over 12 years to this practice, explains how EQ Therapy focuses on working through emotions to achieve profound healing. They discuss the origins of EQ Therapy, its differences from other therapeutic modalities like EMDR and somatic therapy, and the innovative techniques involved, such as closing the eyes and guided emotional release.

Therese provides valuable insights into how this approach can help clients, even those resistant to traditional therapies, and offers a unique perspective on trauma and emotional well-being.

Through their conversation, Steve and Therese uncover the incredible potential of EQ Therapy and its ability to foster emotional intelligence and personal growth, making this a must-listen episode for anyone seeking a new path to healing.

Key Moments:

00:00 Welcome Norway; therapist practices EMDR for PTSD.

05:19 Feel suppressed emotions to achieve true release.

07:07 Holding clients encourages emotional safety and comfort.

10:53 EQ therapy releases trauma for personal growth.

13:47 Guiding through EQ therapy by sensing emotions.

17:24 Visualize, release emotions, comfort inner self.

22:59 Preventing secondary trauma for therapists handling trauma.

26:50 Returning to school improved therapy effectiveness.

About the guest :

Therese Tonning embarked on her journey into therapy by joining the inaugural group of students at the EQ Institute in 2010. Founded by Haredes Palstadter and her daughter, Dura, in 2006, the EQ Therapy and subsequently the EQ Institute quickly garnered attention for their innovative approach. Therese completed her education at the institute in 2012, marking the beginning of her professional career in a rapidly growing field. Since its inception, the EQ Institute has expanded to three cities and now graduates about 300 students each year, underscoring its significant impact on modern therapy practices.

Website : https://eqi.no/

About Coached Soul:

Coached Soul is an empowering podcast hosted by Steve Hudgins, a mental health professional and author, and co-hosted by Kenya Whaley, a transformational therapeutic coach. With a focus on self-improvement, Steve covers many topics, including mental health, relationships, education, and more. He fearlessly tackles sensitive subjects like depression and anxiety, creating a safe space for open conversations. They offer valuable insights and lessons through interviews with guests who have overcome significant challenges. Coached Soul is not just a podcast but a supportive community that inspires personal growth and provides the necessary resources for transformation. Their expertise and genuine approach make Coached Soul a must-listen for anyone seeking to improve their life.

For more details, visit https://coachedsoul.com/