In this powerful and reflective episode of Coached Soul, Dr. Steve Hudgins and Kenya Evelyn explore the deeply human journey of identity, vulnerability, and healing, and how faith can anchor us when life delivers its hardest moments.

Together, they unpack why criticism and judgment can sting so deeply, revealing how our emotional reactions are often connected to unhealed beliefs, internalized programming, and self-judgment. Through honest storytelling and spiritual insight, this conversation invites listeners to move beyond shame, reconnect with grace, and redefine who they are at the core.

You’ll discover:

• Why negative self-talk holds so much power over our emotions
• How family systems and early programming shape identity
• The role of faith and grace in emotional and personal healing
• How vulnerability becomes a gateway to self-acceptance and growth
• Practical ways to release judgment and step into wholeness and joy

If you’ve ever struggled with comparison, questioned your worth, or felt disconnected from your true self, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a reminder that your identity is not defined by labels - but grounded in grace.

🎧 Listen now to begin anchoring your identity in faith and embracing the freedom that comes with self-acceptance.

Key Moments:

05:39 "Becoming a Mosaic of Vulnerability"

09:13 "Overcoming Self-Judgment"

10:47 "Embracing Emotional Awareness"

14:18 "God's Grace Is Sufficient"

17:57 "Identity Beyond Labels"

21:14 "Rewrite Your Own Story"

23:43 "Connected Human Mosaic"

About Coached Soul™:

Coached Soul™ is an empowering podcast hosted by Dr. Steve Hudgins, a mental health professional and author, and co-hosted by Kenya Whaley, a transformational therapeutic coach. With a focus on self-improvement, Dr. 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 powerful follow-up episode of Coached Soul, Dr. Steve Hudgins continues the conversation with Stacey Nye, diving deeper into the emotional healing method that helped transform her life the Fix Code.

After years of living under a heavy wave of sadness, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress, Stacey shares how identifying and releasing core emotions became the turning point in her healing journey. In this honest and grounded discussion, she introduces what she calls the “magic question” - a simple but profound way to uncover the emotion beneath emotional overload and explains how the Fix Code helps create space between intense feelings and everyday life.

Together, Steve and Stacey explore:

• Why sadness often sits beneath depression and overwhelm
• How emotional “parasitic programs” quietly run our reactions
• The role of awareness and release in emotional freedom
• Practical steps to begin identifying and clearing emotional patterns
• How healing can feel lighter, faster, and more sustainable than we expect

This episode isn’t about bypassing pain it’s about finally giving emotions the space they need to move through the body instead of staying stuck. Whether you’re navigating depression, emotional overload, or simply curious about new approaches to healing, this conversation offers real tools, real stories, and real hope.

🎧 Listen now and discover how understanding your emotions one feeling at a time can open the door to calm, clarity, and lasting peace.

Key Moments:

01:12 "Overcoming Anxiety and Growth"

03:43 "Taking a Step Toward Healing"

09:05 "Parasitic Emotions and Memories"

14:40 "Bridging Divides Through Dialogue"

18:17 "The Fixed Code Transformation"

21:29 "Focus on Feelings, Not Thoughts"

23:49 "Attachment Insights with Stacy"

About the guest :

Stacey Nye grew up immersed in the world of high performance, thanks to parents who both worked with the Olympic Games. Her earliest memories are set against the backdrop of the 1976 Montreal Olympics, experiencing firsthand the excitement of watching the athletes’ village and competition fields take shape. Surrounded by an atmosphere where big dreams and excellence were the norm, Stacey was deeply inspired as a child to think ambitiously and make a meaningful impact. Her upbringing instilled in her a passion for being in service to excellence - a value she carries with her to this day.

How To Connect Stacey :

INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/fixcodeofficial/

TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@fixcodeofficial?lang=en

YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyD5b6-6TKAf0H9oMfuvHcg

WEBSITE: https://www.thefixcode.com/

About Coached Soul™:

Coached Soul™ is an empowering podcast hosted by Dr. Steve Hudgins, a mental health professional and author, and co-hosted by Kenya Whaley, a transformational therapeutic coach. With a focus on self-improvement, Dr. 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 deeply moving episode of Coached Soul, Dr. Steve Hudgins, licensed professional counselor, and Kenya Evelyn, therapeutic life coach, sit down with Stacey Nye to explore a powerful journey from high performance to profound healing.

Raised in an Olympic-level, high-achievement environment where “there were no limits,” Stacey appeared mentally and physically resilient. But in her thirties, a sudden and terrifying traumatic event shattered her sense of safety, triggering intense anxiety and post-traumatic stress that would redefine her life.

In this candid conversation, Stacey shares:

• Her upbringing in a high-performance Olympic culture=
• The moment trauma turned her world upside down
• Living in survival mode with anxiety and PTSD
• Raising her son as a single parent while navigating fear and overwhelm
• How secure attachment, awareness, and healing tools shaped her recovery
• The turning point that led her to the “Fixed Code” and a new path forward

This episode is an honest exploration of how trauma can affect even the strongest among us and how healing is possible when we understand the nervous system, emotional safety, and the power of compassionate support.

🎧 Listen now as Stacey Nye shares her story of resilience, recovery, and hope and sets the stage for part two, where the conversation deepens into the transformative healing tools that changed her life.

Key Moments:

03:49 "Growing Up in Athletic Home"

06:36 "Prepared for Daniel’s Influence"

11:27 "Survival, Sacrifice, and Resilience"

13:21 "Struggling with Emotional Naivety"

16:52 "Healing, Connection, and Destiny"

19:58 "Anxiety's Impact on the Body"

23:13 "Child Sensing Parent's Sadness"

About the guest :

Stacey Nye grew up immersed in the world of high performance, thanks to parents who both worked with the Olympic Games. Her earliest memories are set against the backdrop of the 1976 Montreal Olympics, experiencing firsthand the excitement of watching the athletes’ village and competition fields take shape. Surrounded by an atmosphere where big dreams and excellence were the norm, Stacey was deeply inspired as a child to think ambitiously and make a meaningful impact. Her upbringing instilled in her a passion for being in service to excellence - a value she carries with her to this day.

How To Connect Stacey :

INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/fixcodeofficial/

TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@fixcodeofficial?lang=en

YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyD5b6-6TKAf0H9oMfuvHcg

WEBSITE: https://www.thefixcode.com/

About Coached Soul™:

Coached Soul™ is an empowering podcast hosted by Dr. Steve Hudgins, a mental health professional and author, and co-hosted by Kenya Whaley, a transformational therapeutic coach. With a focus on self-improvement, Dr. 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/