What would you do today if you weren’t afraid of being seen in the process of trying? In this episode, I sit down with Stacey Vanthuyne to talk about fear, perfectionism, and the hesitation to be seen. Stacey shares insights on courage, vulnerability, and identity from learning how to ask for help to breaking free from “checkbox living” and external validation. We also break down the fine line between healing and avoidance, why partial commitment keeps you stuck, and how to step fully into the version of you that’s ready for more. Get ready to stop hiding behind perfection and start taking action before you feel ready.

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 The question that shows what’s really holding you back

04:15 How the pressure to maintain a “perfect” image limits growth.

12:00 What do you do when vulnerability has been used against you?

15:30 Why partial commitment is keeping you from change.

21:00 The question to ask yourself before your next bold move.

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What if your body isn’t broken, but simply trying to communicate with you? In this episode, I sit down with Justin Roethlingshoefer, performance coach, and founder of Own It Coaching and Holy Health, to talk about what it means to take ownership of your health physically, mentally, and spiritually. Justin shares his story of being told he may not live past 35, and how that moment became the catalyst for a complete transformation. We also dive into the science behind cellular health, the role of heart rate variability (HRV) as your body’s communication system, and why so many people feel “off” despite being told they’re healthy. Get ready to explore how your body is constantly communicating with you.

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 Meet Justin Roethlingshoefer, founder of Own It Coaching and Holy Health.

07:00 How your body communicates through signals.

12:30 What is the most overlooked health metric to understand?

20:00 The shift most people avoid that’s keeping them stuck in stress.

24:30 Stressors that are silently impacting your health every day.

28:30 What are the 4 pillars of health?

32:15 How faith, biology, and design all connect in the human body.

39:00 How one small change eliminated years of pain in just weeks.

44:00 The honest answers most people won’t say out loud.

RESOURCES + LINKS

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Every exit has a purpose. Every ending is a setup. In this solo episode, Chrissy gets real about the shifting seasons so many of us are experiencing right now — friendships fading, communities evolving, relationships and careers changing — and why all of it is working in your favor.

If you are in the middle of a transition and it feels more like loss than liberation, this episode is for you.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why your community is allowed to change and what it means when it does
• How to reframe the pain of losing friendships, relationships, and opportunities
• Why the clearing is the blessing
• What next-level living actually looks and feels like in the in-between
• A simple 4-Step process to shift your perspective
• Closing mantra to carry with you into your next season

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If you are ready to go deeper — with a speaking engagement, an immersion for your group or organization, a VIP 1:1 session, or one of our retreat and curated elevated experiences — Chrissy would love to connect. Reach out directly at: hello@ChrissyMay.com

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In this Sunday Soul Drop, we're talking about what it actually means to armor up — not just as a Sunday concept, but as a daily practice before you step into the world.

So many of us are showing up to our jobs, our families, our callings — exposed. Running on empty. Carrying last week's battles into this week's assignments. And in a season as fast-moving and high-stakes as this one, that can't be our story anymore.

We dig deep into Ephesians 6:13–17 and walk through every piece of the full armor of God — what it means, why it matters, and how to actually put it on each morning before the phone, before the noise, before the world pulls at you.

In this episode:

• Why this season is uniquely calling for people who are covered, grounded, and ready
• A piece-by-piece breakdown of the armor: truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and the Word
• The personal cost of showing up to the battlefield in street clothes
• A guided meditation moment to help you visualize putting on the armor
• A closing prayer to send you into the week fully covered

Key Scripture: Ephesians 6:13–17 | Proverbs 4:23

This episode is for you if: You've been feeling depleted, overwhelmed, or knocked off balance — and you're ready to stop going through the motions and start showing up whole, covered, and equipped.

Enjoy! XOXO

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What happens when the life you’ve built no longer feels aligned with who you are? In this episode, I sit down with Cary Ballou, founder of Shanti Sound, to talk about the transformative power of sound healing and how it can help regulate the nervous system, release emotional stress, and support deeper healing. Cary shares what happens in the body during a sound bath, why unresolved stress and trauma can manifest physically, and how ancient healing modalities are finding new relevance in today’s wellness landscape. Tune in to learn how sound healing can help you reconnect with your body and deepen your inner awareness.

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 Meet Cary Ballou, Founder of Shanti Sound.

07:15 What happens to your brain and nervous system during a sound bath?

11:00 How often should you experience sound healing?

15:45 How sound healing is expanding into corporate wellness programs.

22:30 Why ancient healing modalities are becoming more relevant today.

28:00 Are you unknowingly holding yourself hostage to your old story?

37:30 The growing interest in intuitive healing and spiritual modalities.

40:30 Cary’s message to anyone curious about trying sound healing.

RESOURCES + LINKS

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Shame is heavy. Unworthiness is loud. And for so many of us, we've been carrying a story about ourselves that was never true and certainly was never meant to stay.

In this week's Sunday Soul Drop, I'm taking you to the ocean, because there is something powerful about the image of the tide taking what no longer belongs to you. With the Holy Spirit as our Comforter and Counselor, we release the shame, the unworthiness, and the old sentences that were spoken over us. And we receive, maybe for the first time in a long time, the truth of who we actually are.

You are not what shame says you are. And today, we let it go.

IN THIS EPISODE

• A guided ocean meditation led by the Holy Spirit, your Comforter & Counselor
• Releasing unworthiness, old stories, and false identity at the water's edge
• Receiving the truth — that you are chosen, loved, forgiven, and free
• A closing prayer

SCRIPTURE REFERENCED

"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." — Romans 8:1

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What if the very thing you’re protecting is quietly costing you everything?

In this episode of Aligned & Alive, I’m joined by my dear friend Annalie Howling, a globally recognized performance coach who works with elite athletes, former UK Special Forces, high-net-worth leaders, and individuals navigating major life transitions. Get ready for a powerful conversation about the stories we carry, the beliefs that shape our identity, and how shame and outdated patterns can keep us stuck in versions of ourselves that we’ve already outgrown.

We talk about what it really means to step into a new identity, how trauma and stress can impact even the most successful people, and why transformation doesn’t have to take years to begin. If you’ve ever felt that moment in life where you know you can’t stay where you are, but you’re not yet sure where you’re going, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why the stories we tell ourselves can quietly shape every area of our lives.
• How shame and limiting beliefs can lead to patterns of self-sabotage.
• Why high performers often struggle with asking for help.
• How life transitions can create anxiety, identity shifts, and powerful opportunities for growth.
• The difference between mindset work and true somatic healing.
• Why community and safe containers can accelerate transformation.
• How to identify the outdated beliefs that may be running your life.
• Why real transformation requires integration, not just inspiration.
• How reclaiming your power allows you to step into your next chapter with confidence.

RESOURCES + LINKS

Apply for our upcoming Paradise Valley Elite Experience HERE!

Want more info? Check our our website, DM me on Instagram, or shoot me an email at hello@chrissymay.com

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What does it really mean to live and lead at your highest level?

In this episode, I sit down with Lauren Pronger, author of Superwell, to explore the intersection of performance, identity, and whole-human wellness. We dive into what sustainable success actually requires — beyond hustle, burnout, and surface-level habits. This conversation is about operating at an elite level without abandoning your nervous system, your values, or yourself.

In This Episode
• The true meaning behind Superwell
• Why high achievers burn out — and how to recalibrate
• Identity-driven performance
• Building standards that support long-term success
• Leading from alignment, not exhaustion

Connect with Lauren
Website: https://laurenpronger.com
Instagram: @Lauren_Pronger
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For speaking engagements, retreats, workshops, or private coaching inquiries:
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