The Road Back Home

• When Routine Falls Apart (you don't have to)

  Amanda & Mel reunite after a break & unpack the emotional & practical realities of re-entering 'normal life' after time off. Whether you're coming back from a vacation, a creative break, or just a disrupted schedule, this episode explores why re-entry can feel so rough & how to handle it with self-compassion.They talk about: Why everything feels harder without routineHolidaying with a brain that never switches offDoes everyone just say “fuck-it” on holidays?Getting 'back on track' with self awareness & compassion Shifting to “gray area” versus all or nothing solutions Whether you're managing your recovery or just trying to hold it together when life gets chaotic, this is a real, relatable & hopeful episode about navigating “re-entry” with more grace and less shame.👉 Have you ever struggled with falling apart after a holiday or break? What anchors help you stay tethered? We’d love to hear.Subscribe for free on⁠ SUBSTACK⁠⁠ for bonus tools & resources..Music Credit:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Holes⁠⁠⁠⁠ By Bradley James Grace.

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• 28. Answering the Call to Heal with Carmel Boyle

  In this special episode, Amanda sits down with her beloved teacher, mentor, and spiritual guide, Carmel Boyle of An Chroí Wisdom Institute. Their conversation offers a rich and moving exploration of healing, transformation, spiritual unfolding and the deep human longing to return home to ourselves.Amanda shares how she found the Wisdom Institute, and Carmel, the morning after her father’s death, at a time when her spirituality was becoming impossible to ignore. What began as a search for a course of study became a profound meeting of kindred spirits.Together, they explore:Why spiritual awakening is our birthright, not a reward for perfectionThe importance of sacred spaces where vulnerability, questioning and mystery are welcomed without judgment.The struggle of transformation, what it requires & what get's in the way.How creative practices like journaling and art become sacred companions through darkness and change.How to recognize the grace hidden within loss, endings, and moments of disorientation.The power of intention as a guiding light through grief, transition and spiritual rebirth.Through personal stories, spiritual wisdom, and real-life metaphors, Amanda and Carmel illuminate a path for anyone navigating grief, healing, or spiritual transformation. They remind us that even in darkness, we are always held by something larger than ourselves; and that the invitation to heal is one we are free to accept, whenever we are ready.Resources Mentioned:An Chroí Wisdom Institute (Training in Spiritual Guidance, Supervision, and Retreats)Carmel’s Website, where you can see her retreat & music offerings.Subscribe on⁠ ⁠Substack⁠⁠ for additional tools & mentioned resources..Music Credit:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Holes⁠⁠⁠⁠ By Bradley James Grace.

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• 27. What If It Wasn’t About the Food? Eating Distress with Jacqueline Campion

  [nb: The audio for the 1st 2 mins or so (Amanda's intro) isn't great - please bear with it, it gets better] If you’ve ever struggled with food, body image, or that nagging voice that says you’re not “sick enough” to get help, this episode will speak directly to your soul.Amanda introduces to The Road Back Home, Jacqueline Campion from the Marino Therapy Center to talk about recovery from eating distress in a way most people don’t: human-first. No shame. No labels. No hierarchy of suffering.In this heartfelt and deeply honest conversation, we talk about:🔸 Why the term “eating distress” is more accurate and more compassionate than “eating disorder”🔸 The myth of not being “bad enough” to deserve help🔸 What Amanda learned from believing she had an “eating problem” (and how that was never really the issue)🔸 Why the anti-diet space can be just as problematic as diet culture🔸 The courage it takes to reclaim your self when your inner dictator is telling you to disappear🔸 The stress we’ve normalised and how it fuels the cycle of shame, secrecy & self-erasurePlus, we share where to find truly non-judgmental, hope-filled support (hint: it exists and we’ll tell you where to look).🎧 If you’ve ever wondered whether your struggles are “valid enough,” this episode is your permission slip. Listen now. .Marino Therapy Centre Links: WebsitePodcastInstagramSubstackBook mentioned: HOPE by Marie Campion. Subscribe on⁠⁠ ⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠ for episodes direct to your inbox as well as access to bonus tools & resources..Music Credit:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Holes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ By Bradley James Grace.

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• 26. Live, Raw & Real: Behind the Scenes of Our First Show

  What really happens behind the scenes of a live podcast launch? We spill it all.In this episode, we take you behind the curtain of our first-ever live recording of The Road Back Home and yes, it was every bit as nerve-wracking, soul-stretching and joy-filled as you’d imagine.We talk about:What it felt like to sit on stage with no 'exit plan'Why Mel, a seasoned stage pro, felt a bit out of water. Amanda’s post-show vulnerability hangover.How the night was far more powerful than we plannedWhat we learned about the heart of our podcastSome of the most moving reflections from the audienceAnd what's next for TRBH live?If you’ve ever wondered what it really means to “take up space,” rebuild a relationship, or put your heart out there, this is the one to hear.Listen now and maybe feel inspired to take the stage in your own life..Subscribe on⁠⁠ ⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠ for episodes direct to your inbox as well as access to bonus tools & resources. .Music Credit:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Holes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ By Bradley James Grace.

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• 25. LIVE Episode! Your Happiness Is a Gift.

  What if your happiness isn’t selfish… but generous?In this very special live episode recorded at Nenagh Arts Centre, Amanda & Mel take the stage to unpack a bold idea: your happiness is not just a personal pursuit, it’s a gift to everyone around you.With heartfelt honesty, laughs & a little Grace-over-drama realness, they get into:What “your happiness is a gift” really means Why inner peace isn’t a luxury, it’s leadership. Why we feel guilty for prioritising joyA powerful exercise that brought the room to tearsPROOF of the ripple effect of inner workThis episode is for you if you’ve ever: Said “yes” when you meant “no” Waited until everything fell apart to finally ask for helpFelt selfish for wanting more peace, more joy, more YOU in your life. 📌 Spoiler: Your happiness is not selfish. It's overdue.This conversation is a love letter to anyone who’s tired of putting themselves last; and ready to rewrite that story. Come for the honesty, stay for the goosebumps. .Subscribe on⁠ ⁠Substack⁠⁠ for bonus tools & resources, including a handout to go with Amanda’s visualisation exercise in this episode PLUS our curated ‘happiness’ playlist. .Music Credit:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Holes⁠⁠⁠⁠ By Bradley James Grace

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