In this profound episode of Unshelling Medicine, Idongesit sits down with Bianca Thomas, a cognitive behavioral therapist and director at Evolve Ventures. Bianca shares her transformative journey from struggling with cultural expectations and abusive relationships to becoming a therapist who helps others build authentic confidence and self-belief. Through raw honesty, she reveals how breaking free from pretense and facing hard truths about herself led to genuine healing and growth. This conversation explores the differences between appearing confident and actually being confident, the courage needed to challenge cultural norms, and practical steps anyone can take to begin their own healing journey. #MentalHealth #CognitiveTherapy #PersonalGrowth #SelfBelief #TherapyJourney

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00:00 Intro

00:18 Meet Bianca Thomas & Evolve Ventures

01:09 Why Behavioral Therapy?

02:23 Cultural Pressure & Rebellion

04:16 Rock Bottom & Losing the CEO Role

06:39 Humility, Mentorship & Rebuilding Confidence

09:28 Speaking Truth to Cultural Silence

13:26 Family Appearance vs. Private Pain

20:02 The Power of No Contact

24:03 Embodying Growth Before Teaching It

33:30 Why We Lie to Ourselves

45:03 Starting the Healing Journey Gently

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In this episode, Raj Khedun, holistic health coach and breathwork expert, joins us to break the myth that rest is a luxury. Through his powerful 3-3 breathing method, he shows how short, intentional rest can restore your nervous system, energy, and mental clarity.

We explore the biology behind breathwork, how it resets stress hormones, and why rest is key for long-term productivity. If you’ve been running on empty, this conversation might be the permission—and the tool—you’ve been needing.

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01:33 Intro 03:45 Why rest is not laziness 06:40 Raj’s story: from burnout to breathwork 10:02 The science of breath: vagus nerve & stress 14:22 How to do the 3-3 breathing method 18:50 Physical benefits: sleep, mood, and energy 21:55 Emotional regulation through awareness 25:01 Rest as a productivity tool 28:34 Misconceptions about holistic healing 32:10 How breath can change your day in 3 minutes 35:00 What Raj wants everyone to remember about rest 37:48 Outro

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In this heartwarming episode, Idongesit reconnects with Joelle Kaufman to celebrate her new #1 international bestseller, Crushing the Cancer Curve Ball. Joelle shares moving stories about how her journey and book are impacting healthcare providers and newly diagnosed patients, helping bridge the emotional gaps often left behind in medical care.

They dive deep into the importance of empathy, personal advocacy in the healthcare system, and balancing privacy with transparency at work when facing a diagnosis. Don't miss this insightful conversation that challenges how we think about healing, partnership, and human connection. #CancerSurvivor #HealthcareEmpathy #PatientAdvocacy

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00:53 Celebrating Joelle Kaufman's Bestseller Achievement 02:10 Impact of "Crushing the Cancer Curve Ball" on Patients and Providers 05:16 Emotional Gaps in Doctor-Patient Conversations 10:11 How Personal Experience Changes Medical Practice 16:30 Building Safe Spaces for Patient Communication 21:00 Vulnerability and Publishing a Personal Story 28:12 Moments of Joy During Recovery 34:00 Discussing Cancer Diagnosis in the Workplace 39:00 Advocating for Access and Coverage During Cancer Care 42:20 The Role of Empathy in Better Health Outcomes 45:00 How to Connect with Joelle Kaufman

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