In this deeply moving episode, Barbara Karafokas sits down with Ranae Van Roekel, founder of Connecting to Cope, to explore her powerful journey from incarceration to inner healing and purpose.

Once labeled a felon, Ranae’s story is not one of shame — but of transformation.

After serving 36 months in federal prison, she faced the trauma she had long buried and began the journey of rebuilding her life from the inside out.

Together, Barbara and Ranae discuss:

🌱 How unresolved trauma can shape our choices — and how healing can set us free

💫 Why choices are a privilege, and how reclaiming them can change everything

💗 What self-care really means in the process of emotional recovery

🌸 How to set and honor healthy boundaries

☀️ The difference between surviving and truly living with joy

🤝 Why meeting people where they are is the foundation of empathy and growth

Ranae’s message is one of hope, forgiveness, and human resilience.

Whether you’re navigating your own healing journey or supporting someone through theirs, this conversation will remind you that transformation is always possible — no matter your past.

🎧 Listen now to discover how trauma, when faced with courage, can become the gateway to purpose and compassion.

📌Connect with Barbara:

Online Coaching: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/barbara-holistic-nutritionist/Barbara.Karafokas/

Website: www.barbarakarafokas.com

LinkedIn: / barbara-karafokas-03ab0932

X: @ themedlifediet

Resona Health: https://resona.health?ap_id=BarbaraK

📌Connect with Ranae: https://connectingtocope.com/

Discover the magic of Forró, Brazil’s soulful partner dance, with health and wellness expert Jules Francis. Together with her Brazilian partner, Jules has created a vibrant Forró community in Brighton — a place where people connect, move, and find pure joy.In this episode, Jules shares how Forró goes far beyond dance:✨ It reduces stress and loneliness✨ Strengthens body confidence and joy in movement✨ Brings cultures together through rhythm and connection✨ Offers a fun and accessible way to stay activeWe also talk about the upcoming Forró Festival in Brighton this July, inviting everyone to experience the life-enhancing power of this beautiful tradition.If you’re looking for a fresh, joyful approach to movement and wellbeing, this episode will inspire you to take your first step into Forró.📌Connect with Barbara: Online Coaching: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/bar...Website: www.barbarakarafokas.comResona Health: https://resona.health?ap_id=BarbaraKLinkedIn: / barbara-karafokas-03ab0932 X: @ themedlifediet📌 Connect with Jules: www.forrobythesea.co.uk

Are you running on empty, saying “yes” to everyone else, and leaving yourself last on the list? In this empowering episode, I sit down with Sonya Janisse, Holistic Health Coach and podcast host, who has nearly 20 years of experience helping people move from exhaustion and overwhelm to clarity, resilience, and thriving energy.We dive into:✨ The silent signs of burnout—and how to catch them early✨ What true workplace wellness looks like (beyond fruit baskets and yoga classes)✨ The secret to creating habits that actually last✨ Building emotional resilience to bounce back stronger✨ Why financial wellness is a powerful pillar of overall health✨ How to break free from the “Yes Woman” syndrome and reclaim your boundariesIf you’re a busy woman who’s ready to stop surviving and start thriving, this conversation is packed with practical strategies and holistic insights to help you get there.💡 As a Holistic Nutritionist, I also share how food, lifestyle, and mindset work together to restore energy, balance hormones, and support long-term vitality.👉 Tune in and discover how to move from burnout to balance—so you can live with energy, clarity, and purpose.📌Connect with Barbara: Online Coaching: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/barbara-holistic-nutritionist/Barbara.Karafokas/Website: www.barbarakarafokas.comLinkedIn: / barbara-karafokas-03ab0932 X: @ themedlifediet📌 Connect with Sonya: https://linktr.ee/sonyajanisse