Thriving, Not Surviving is a podcast for anyone who’s ever faced life’s challenges and wondered, Is there more to life than just getting by? Hosted by Helen Valentino, this show dives deep into personal growth, resilience, and the incredible power of transformation. Through solo episodes and inspiring guest interviews, we explore real-life stories of people who have not only overcome adversity but found ways to truly thrive.
Whether you’re navigating change, seeking purpose, or just need a dose of motivation, this podcast is your companion on the journey to a more fulfilling life. Because you deserve more than survival—you deserve to thrive.
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Keywords: Near-death experience, community support, emotional healing, authenticity, personal growth, living in the present, spiritual practices, trauma, vulnerability, gratitude
Summary: In this epis…
Keywords: Alcoholism, recovery, AA, addiction, mental health, personal stories, sobriety, blackouts, spirituality, overcoming challenges, self-discovery, community, support, 12 steps, parenting, self…
Keywords thriving, surviving, personal growth, childhood trauma, education, spirituality, Reiki, social work, children's books, emotional healing, authorship, children's books, imagination, healing, …
Keywords thriving, surviving, trauma, transformation, self-worth, authenticity, healing, music, community, empowerment, transformation, healing, spirituality, self-reflection, social media, emotional…
Keywords drumming, women's health, endometriosis, empowerment, healing, community, cycles, retreats, self-discovery, passion
Summary In this episode of 'Thriving Not Surviving', Helen Valentino interv…
Episode Overview; In this candid conversation, Robin Harford—forager, ethnobotanical researcher, and founder of Eatweeds—sits down with host Helen Valentino to explore how the wild can help us heal. …
Keywords: mental health, addiction recovery, ayahuasca, personal development, men’s work, community support, spiritual healing, brotherhood, thriving not surviving, resilience
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Keywords: Internal Family Systems, IFS, trauma healing, psychedelics, mental health, personal growth, meditation, unburdening, self-energy, thriving, Ibogaine, healing, integration, therapy, shamanis…
Keywords: chronic fatigue, health coaching, fitness, self-discovery, mental health, wellness, personal growth, resilience, healing, lifestyle changes
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Keywords: thriving, resilience, personal development, COVID-19, meditation, journaling, authenticity, limiting beliefs, community support, forgiveness
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In this heartfelt episode of Thriving Not…
Confession: This episode is raw and mostly unedited. I lost signal completely (turns out leafy woods don’t love Wi-Fi – who knew?) and had to rejoin mid-recording. Luckily, Joe was incredibly patient…
In this heartfelt episode of Thriving Not Surviving, Helen Valentino reconnects with the wise and wonderful Joanna Webber, Ayurvedic practitioner, yoga teacher, forager, and co-founder of The Ayurved…
In this heartfelt and spontaneous episode of Thriving Not Surviving, the tables are turned as Helen’s best friend interviews her about her extraordinary off-grid life in the woods. What started as a …
Summary In this bold and beautiful episode of Thriving Not Surviving, Helen speaks with Crystal Powers, an Elite Courtesan, content creator, and advocate for ethical tech. With honesty and heart, Cry…
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of grief, baby loss, suicide, and death from illness. Please listen with care.
Keywords: Grief, trauma, healing, loss, psychotherapy, spirituality, r…
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In this raw and heartfelt episode of Thriving Not Surviving, host Helen Valentino is joined by Andy, a gifted master carpenter and channel for dragon medicine, who shares his ex…
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In this heartfelt episode of Thriving Not Surviving, Helen Valentino and Eleanor Pool explore the profound power of forgiveness as a pathway to emotional and spiritual healing. They share pe…
In this episode of Thriving Not Surviving, Helen Valentino speaks with Rick Kahler — certified Financial Therapist, IFS Practitioner, and pioneer in integrating money and emotional healing. Together,…
Keywords thriving, resilience, cancer, meditation, circular economy, sustainability, community, personal growth, environmental economics, self-discovery
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In this episode, Helen Valentino spe…
Keywords: thriving, surviving, self-discovery, pleasure, relationships, boundaries, sexual confidence, authenticity, personal growth, coaching, emotional healing, self-awareness, communication, traum…