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The Soul Talks Podcast

Soul Talks with Theresa Bruno

Stories of survival and hope. Creating a generous and gentle landing space to explore life’s hard realities.

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22:07

Breaking Cycles, Building Dreams: Mert McNaughton’s...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/07/23

In part two of our powerful conversation with Mert McNaughton, we explore her journey from escaping a cycle of control to building one of Birmingham’s most inclusive and groundbreaking salons. Mert opens up about breaking free from family expectations, navigating career pivots, facing the challenges of entrepreneurship, and creating a movement rooted in love, resilience, and inclusion. This episode is a deep dive into the courage it takes to chart your own path, do the inner work, and lead with

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1:34

A Heartfelt Thank You from Theresa

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/07/21

In this special bonus message, Theresa Bruno shares her deep gratitude following the release of her book He’s Not Coming Back. With heartfelt honesty, she reflects on the vulnerability of telling her story and the overwhelming impact of hearing from readers whose lives and hearts have been touched. This is a thank you to every one of you who has resonated with her words, shared your own journeys, and reminded her why survival tools and shared healing matter so deeply. 💛Connect with us:The Soul

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19:59

From Surviving to Thriving: How Mert McNaughton Built...

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2025/07/16

In this powerful episode of The Soul Talks, Theresa Bruno sits down with longtime friend, hairstylist, and entrepreneur Mert McNaughton.Mert opens up about her journey from a turbulent childhood marked by addiction and trauma to becoming a leader who builds a culture of encouragement and positivity. Together, they explore how her resilience, imagination, and drive helped her rise above challenges to lead a team of 24+ and inspire everyone around her.Topics include:Overcoming childhood traumaCreating

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11:06

Rewriting Your Story: Trust, Boundaries, and Identity...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/07/14

In this episode of Therapy with Sheri, Theresa Bruno and our resident therapist Sherri Ryland have an honest conversation about navigating midlife transitions from empty nesting and menopause to divorce, reinvention, and rediscovering self-trust. They explore how to set boundaries, redefine identity, and break free from old patterns, offering wisdom and encouragement for anyone stepping into a new chapter. Whether you’re learning to trust yourself again, navigating adult children, or reevaluating

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22:45

Learning to Live With Grief: Nathalie Himmelrich on...

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2025/07/10

In this powerful third installment of Theresa Bruno’s conversation with grief specialist and author Nathalie Himmelrich, we explore the profound depths of surviving loss and reclaiming life. Nathalie opens up about the raw journey of grieving her daughter while navigating new motherhood and the unexpected suicide of her own mother just weeks later. Together, Theresa and Nathalie discuss: • The emotional complexities of losing one twin while raising the other • How grief impacted Nathalie’s marriage

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12:12

The Body Remembers: Trauma, Boundaries, and Finding...

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2025/07/07

In this heartfelt episode of Therapy with Sheri, Theresa Bruno and resident therapist Sheri Ryland dive into the emotional complexities of midlife, motherhood, and the invisible weight of societal expectations. They explore how the body holds onto unspoken trauma, how physical pain can be a messenger, and how we can begin to truly listen to what our bodies—and our boundaries—are trying to tell us. Sheri shares powerful insights on: The "I should have" guilt that haunts many in their 30s and 40s Why

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22:32

A Sacred Farewell: Nathalie Himmelrich on the Joy and...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/07/02

In this episode of The Soul Talks, Theresa continues her conversation with Nathalie Himmelrich, a grief & trauma specialist, podcast host, and author. Nathalie opens up about navigating the impossible tension of joy and sorrow, the honor of being present for her daughter’s brief but powerful life, and the spiritual clarity she found in a moment most would fear. With grace, presence, and raw honesty, she invites us into the sacred space where love and grief exist side by side. This is not just a

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9:01

Self-Trust After Leaving Home: Therapy Tools for...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/06/30

In this episode of The Soul Talks, host Theresa Bruno welcomes therapist Sheri Ryland back for a heartfelt conversation on trust, boundaries, and learning to listen to your body—especially during the difficult transition from adolescence into adulthood.This episode explores questions like:What does self-trust actually look like?Why do we override our gut instincts?How can we learn to say no, even when it’s hard?With warmth and clarity, Sheri helps break down why so many young people struggle with

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21:44

The Sacred Art of Listening: A Soulful Conversation...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/06/25

Today on The Soul Talks I sit down with counselor, coach, author, and podcast host—Nathalie Himmelrich—who has walked the path of deep grief and immense healing. Together, we explore her early spiritual influences, her journey into counseling, and the life experiences that shaped her profound empathy and presence. Join me as we open our hearts to her story of resilience, wisdom, and the transformative power of listening.

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29:41

More Than Medicine: Purpose, Pain and the Faith that...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/06/18

This week on the Soul Talks Podcast, I’m continuing my conversation with someone who means so much to me—not just as a guest, but as a dear friend.Dr. Princess Thomas Williams has broken incredible ground as the first African American female surgical fellow at Yale. But in this episode, we go beyond the titles and talk about what it really looks like to live with purpose when life feels overwhelming. She shares what it was like to be on call at all hours while raising a 1.5-year-old… how faith

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3:05

Rewriting Your Story After Grief with Theresa Bruno -...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/06/16

Today, I have a Small Talk to share. I’ve been sitting with some of the responses I’ve received to my book, He's Not Coming Back: Rewriting Life After Loss. Messages filled with raw honesty, quiet pain, and deep reflection. Many of you have shared just how lonely this grief journey can be. One message simply said, “I don’t think I know how to dream anymore.” That line has stayed with me. In the early days of loss, we do what we must just to survive. But eventually—slowly, quietly—something begins to

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28:56

You Only Fail If You Stop: Legacy, Love, & Breaking...

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2025/06/11

Today on the Soul Talks podcast, I’m so excited to welcome back my dear friend, Dr. Princess Thomas Williams, to share her story. She joined us about a year ago, and with so many new listeners since then, I knew this conversation was worth revisiting. As the first African American female surgical fellow at Yale, Dr. Princess has broken barriers in extraordinary ways. But behind her achievements is the steady presence of her grandmother—the most powerful woman in her world—whose quiet strength and

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10:32

How to Build Self-Trust and Set Boundaries That Heal...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/06/09

It all starts with trusting ourselves. In this week’s Soul Talks Podcast episode with Sheri Ryland, we’re talking about trust and boundaries, and the quiet strength it takes to know what you need—and to honor it. It's not as rigid rules, but as deeply personal truths that help us navigate relationships, work, and life. When we trust ourselves, we begin to recognize what we can offer, what we’re willing to hold, and when it’s time to step away. Boundaries give us that clarity. And as we grow, they

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4:00

Inviting You Into My Story with Theresa Bruno - S2:...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/06/04

I’m sharing something tender on this week’s Small Talks with Theresa — the first few pages of my book.It’s a glimpse into the life James and I had together, and the beginning of the story I’m learning how to tell. Honestly, it’s scary to write a book about someone you love taking their life.But I believe there’s healing in naming the truth, and maybe—by sharing mine—you’ll feel less alone in yours. Thanks for being here with me.#SoulTalksPodcast #SmallTalksWithTheresa #GriefAndHope

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10:54

Why You Feel Stuck in a Toxic Relationship—and How to...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/06/04

We’re back today with Therapy with Sheri on the Soul Talks Podcast, and this conversation is one so many of us need.Toxic relationships are everywhere—on our feeds, in our pasts, maybe even in our present. But what does “toxic” really mean? Sheri Ryland helps us slow down and look honestly at the confusion, the inconsistency, and the emotional tug-of-war that can keep us stuck. Sometimes we stay because caretaking gives us a sense of purpose. Sometimes we enable harmful behavior just so we can be

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24:37

You Can't Give What You Don't Have | Parenting &...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/05/28

Get ready for such a powerful and insightful episode on complexities of parenting—especially when you're still healing yourself. In Episode 25, Cindy vulnerably shares her journey as a mom navigating fear, control, and faith during a season when her daughter was struggling deeply. She opens up about the ache of watching someone you love numb their pain—and the prayer that shifted everything: “God, help me see what You see when You look at Anna.” This episode is full of wisdom for parents and

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23:00

Seen, Soothed, Safe & Secure with Cindy Halsted - S2:...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/05/21

In Part 3 of our Soul Talks conversation with Cindy Halsted, she opens up about her crawl out of depression—and the two things that helped her start healing:She needed it to be normalized—to know it's not her fault and that even with strong faith, life can be incredibly hard.She needed safe people—wise counselors and trusted friends to help her explore childhood wounds and feel seen.Cindy shares how healing requires us to feel:✔️ Seen✔️ Soothed✔️ SafeOnly then can we begin to feel secure.She also

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12:12

Self-Judgment & the Voices We Carry with Sheri Ryland...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/05/19

We’re back again today with our weekly Therapy with Sheri episode on the Soul Talks Podcast. This week, Sheri Ryland invites us to gently examine the self-judgment we carry—often shaped by the words and expectations of others. When we internalize those messages—good or bad—they begin to shape what we believe we should or shouldn't do. The result? A quiet narrative that tells us we’re never enough. But Sheri reminds us: Who do I have to be enough for? Yourself is all that matters. This episode

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21:22

Having Faith Through It All with Cindy Halsted - S2:...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/05/15

We are back again today with Cindy Halsted! In this honest and powerful continuation, Cindy opens up about the complexity of being seen—how her beauty and femininity shaped her early experiences, from pageants to dating, and the tension of presenting a polished version of herself vs. simply being herself.She also shares how her faith became deeply personal—formed through times of pain and depression. While she never questioned God, she wrestled with questions like “Am I enough?” and “Am I okay?”From

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10:54

Mother’s Day and the Emotions No One Talks About with...

The Soul Talks Podcast ·

2025/05/10

Mother’s Day can be beautiful—and incredibly complex. In this week’s episode, resident therapist Sheri Ryland unpacks the layers of grief, pressure, and expectation that often surface this time of year. From maternal and prenatal loss to the quiet weight of single motherhood, Sheri offers thoughtful insight for navigating the emotions that come with this day.✨ You don’t have to be perfect. Doing right by your kids and yourself is more than enough.#MothersDay #TherapyWithSheri #SoulTalksPodcast

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