Thriving not Surviving
Thriving not Surviving
Podcast Description
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The podcast focuses on personal growth, resilience, and transformation, with topics such as overcoming trauma, healing through spirituality, and community support. Examples include episodes on how cacao aids self-discovery, the unique spiritual experience of the Give Festival, and personal stories of anxiety and recovery following significant life changes.
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.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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, Crystal shares her journey from childhood trauma and emotional struggle to personal liberation, growth, and thriving in her truth. Together, they explore the power of therapy, the importance of forgiveness, and how transformational coaching helped her build emotional resilience and self-worth. Crystal speaks openly about her work, challenging outdated myths about sex work and shedding light on the emotional connection, care, and deep personal boundaries it requires. She also discusses her mission to build tech platforms that prioritise safety, visibility, and empowerment for sex workers, and how creative expression through costume design and content creation — can be healing and freeing.💫 This conversation is packed with insight, warmth, and truth, a call to reclaim your story, follow your calling, and create change from the inside out.
Keywords: Elite Courtesan, healing, trauma, forgiveness, ethical tech, sex work, empowerment, transformation, community, personal growth, safety, boundaries, costume design, emotional connection, myths, coaching, financial independence
Takeaways
• She values sisterhood, support, and community among women
• Forgiveness became a key to personal freedom
• Therapy and coaching helped her rebuild her life
• Crystal’s tech vision centres on safety and dignity for sex workers
• She creates respectful, conscious adult content
• Visibility and self-acceptance are core to her mission
• Sex work is about connection, boundaries, and empowerment
• Emotional resilience is essential in the industry
• Many sex workers are business owners, creators, and community leaders
• The myths about sex work often fail to reflect lived truth
References from Show
https://www.crystallisedpowers.com
Instagram.com/CelestialCoutures
https://eleanorpoolcounselling.com/
Eckhardt Tolle – The Power of Now
Faith Harper – Unfuck your Boundaries
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📲 Instagram: @helens_inspired_healing
🎵 Music: Pixabay – “Upbeat Acoustic” by Stockaudios
🎨 Cover Art: Dave Champagne
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