Episode 2

Self-Advocacy Series: Chatting with Karel Chan

Published on: 10th July, 2023
Welcome to the first interview series! Up first is Karel Chan (IG: @anchoredawakening), a therapist turned happiness coach. Here's a little info on my guest this week: Karel Chan's goal is to help soulful women discover and connect with their mind, body, and spirit to find their true purpose and live a happy, fulfilling life. After 10+ years as a clinical mental health therapist, she left the therapy industry and her private practice in Feb 2023 to focus on coaching full time! Karel loves talking about happiness, love, soul work, and mental and spiritual wellness, especially for women, about women, and with women. She says, "I always learn something more about the individual yet also universal experiences of modern women in the west, which just helps me to be even more passionate and effective in my work in helping women reach higher and more expansive levels of self-love, purpose, and happiness." Resources from this episode: The Emotionally Absent Mother, Second Edition: How to Recognize and Cope with the Invisible Effects of Childhood Emotional Neglect by Jasmin Lee Cori, MS, LPC   Trusting the Gold: Uncovering Your Natural Goodness by Tara Brach   Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Kristin Neff   Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women Can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Their Power, and Thrive by Kristin Neff   Stop Missing Your Life by Cory Muscara The Book of Awakening Mark Nepo Connect with Karel at www.anchoredawakening.com Ready to take the next step? Join me on a free consultation call! ⁠⁠https://www.amethystpalaverhut.com/request-a-session⁠⁠ For more information about me & The Amethyst Palaver Hut LLC, sign up here for the latest updates and news: ⁠⁠⁠https://pages.amethystpalaverhut.com/profile⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heyquickquestion/message
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Random and Wonderful: Conversations about Travel Anxiety, Wellness, and Mindset Shifts
Travel Stories That Inspire Bold Living
Travel isn’t just about new places—it’s about personal growth, mindset shifts, and embracing the unknown. Hosted by Grace Simmons, a confidence coach and travel enthusiast, this podcast is your go-to guide for overcoming travel anxiety, building confidence, and discovering the wellness practices that make travel transformative.

Each episode blends inspiring travel stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you step out of your comfort zone and travel with confidence. Whether you’re a first-time traveler feeling hesitant or an experienced explorer seeking deeper self-discovery through adventure, you’ll find encouragement, motivation, and real-world advice here.

Expect engaging interviews with travelers, mindset and wellness experts, and personal stories about navigating fear, finding freedom, and embracing joy on the road. Grace’s down-to-earth approach makes travel feel accessible, empowering you to explore the world without self-doubt holding you back.

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Grace Simmons

Hi there friend,

I'm Grace Simmons! I teach women to travel with intention, from sacrificing their dreams to confidently creating a life that reflects joy, curiosity, and growth. My journey from a U.S. Army Veteran to a travel mindset coach and entrepreneur taught me resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to helping others unlock their full potential. I founded the Amethyst Palaver Hut LLC to empower individuals to discover new personal and professional horizons.

Listen to the Random & Wonderful Podcast, where I share travel stories, interview other travelers, and offer confidence-building tips.

You can find out more about me here (https://pages.amethystpalaverhut.com/profile).