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Welcome to 2021. This is the first episode of the New Year. I had to cancel the interviews I had lined up for January because, literally, my becoming story was changing as the first sun of the New Year was rising. My husband became seriously ill, and is still in a life threatening condition. One of the most common themes of this podcast, and what all the guests share, is that adversity, hardship, or trauma marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next. And that is exactly what is happening to me. One chapter ending. A new one beginning. Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.com Follow me on Instagram @becoming_with_drlynne You can follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrLynneSantiago. “LIKE” and SHARE so the people important in your life can listen and be inspired by the all the Quest and Becoming Stories.

Master Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Issi Gispan, starts off the interview by saying “I’m on top of the world and still climbing!”. He shared that he started his quest for knowledge and training back in 1991, following a difficult divorce. Issi talks about the amazing power our own words have on our mind and body. He talks about how we tell ourselves stories about events in our past, and how NLP helps to change those stories, eliminating or reduce distressing symptoms like phobias, anxiety, even chronic pain. Issi is also a wonderful example of what I mean when I say “we are ALWAYS becoming”. Just last year, at 69 years old, Issi graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Holistic Health Sciences, and in February, just short of four months to his 70th birthday, he will be opening up his own private practice. Issi lives and works in Australia. Learn more about Issi and his services at www.issigispan.comReach out to Issi through email: issi.gispan@gmail.comPhone: (+61)418-608080Instagram @nlp_issi_Facebook: @NLP.issiPlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow me on Instagram @becoming_with_drlynne You can follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrLynneSantiago. “LIKE” and SHARE so the people important in your life can listen and be inspired by the all the Quest and Becoming Stories.

Clinical and transpersonal hypnotherapist, Monica Obando, teaches us about what hypnotherapy is and how it helps to identify and change the self-limiting beliefs we formed during childhood. Monica shares parts of her own Becoming Story, moving to the USA from Colombia in her 20’s, and how she went from being an Industrial Designer, to becoming a yoga teacher, and then a Hypnotherapist. She shares stories of her work with clients and describes how transformational hypnosis can be. She even touches on the topic of Past Life Regression and promises to do another episode when she can talk more about the concept of Past Life Regression. Monica provides hypnotherapy and yoga classes online and in her Tampa, Florida office. She is also offering classes for parents and children starting early 2021, that will include the use of art. You can find out more about Monica and hypnotherapy, and contact her on her website www.monicaobando.com Follow her on Facebook at transformationthroughhypnotherapy And Instagram: @mobandocoach Contact me with any questions at IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.com For daily words of wisdom and to learn about new episodes follow me on Instagram: @becoming_with_drlynne

Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Assistant Director of Student Support Services at University of South Florida, Joseph Contes, shares with us parts of his Becoming Story and quest for knowledge. His Becoming journey has been shaped by his ethnicity, sexual orientation, and being the son of a Military service member. When describing the impact of having to move several times as a child, Joseph said “I’m like a potted plant. Locations may change but the soil remained the same”. Joseph informs us about the various programs at USF, that directly support and assist students who may be struggling with mental illness, low income, or who are emerging from the foster care system. This was a special interview for me. Joseph was a student of mine when he was attending Troy University’s Mental Health Counselor graduate program. Now, I am proud to say, he is a professional colleague. You can contact Joseph at jcontes1@usf.edu and 727-873-4272Learn more about USF’S Student Support Programs at https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/student-life/student-outreach-program/Instagram @usf_st_pete_campus_sosPlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow me on Instagram @becoming_with_drlynne You can follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrLynneSantiago. “LIKE” and SHARE so the people important in your life can listen and be inspired by the all the Quest and Becoming Stories.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and author of the Now Cow children’s book series, Kelly Caleb, tells of a life altering event she experienced. She was hit by a drunk motorcyclist, causing her car to flip over multiple times, before plunging her down a 30 foot ravine. She miraculously survived. The driver who caused the accident did not. We never know what the next chapters of our Becoming Story will hold. For Kelly, this horrifying trauma led to months of recovery, using meditation and mindfulness to cope with the anxiety. And during this time of her recovery, she wrote the first children’s book, “Now Cow Helps Drama Llama: A Mindful Tale for Coping with Anxiety”. Kelly also shares about the suicide of her friend’s 13 year old son, and how 10% of the proceeds of her books are donated to Operation Jack’s Village. You will also hear about Kelly, the psychotherapist, who uses Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness to help people who are experiencing anxiety and addiction.I encourage you to check out Now Cow books. Not only are they wonderful stories that give your children the tools to manage life’s challenges, but also are beautifully illustrated. They would make perfect gifts for all the special children in your life. Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Check them out at: www.nowcowbooks.comYou can contact Kelly at nowcowbooks@gmail.comAnd follower Kelly on Instagram: @nowcowdramallamaPlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow me on Instagram @becoming_with_drlynne You can follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrLynneSantiago. “LIKE” and SHARE so the people important in your life can listen and be inspired by the all the Quest and Becoming Stories.

This is the first of a series of episodes where I share some of the chapters in my own Becoming Story. We move through our life journey in phases or stages. They are the points on our lifeline that mark a transition in to and out of the chapters of our lives. Just like reading a book, we don’t know what is in the next chapter. We don’t know all the characters that may enter or which ones will leave. We don’t know all the events that will occur— the wins and the losses, the successes and let downs, the joy and the heart break. And through it all there are lessons learned, personal growth, and a greater understanding of what our purpose is. For me, there has been certain books that I read during each chapter of my life that has guided me, added to my understanding, and prepared me for what was to come in the next chapter.In this first episode of the series, I share the chapter of my life that started in my late teens into my twenties. Some of the decisions I made set me in a direction that was not always the best for me, but I found my way back. I talk about the “crisis of faith” that occurred when introduced to the works of various theologians, and philosophers. One of the books that had an influence was “Love and Living”, by Franciscan Monk, Thomas Merton. I share about what I was learning, how I was starting to understand concepts of consciousness, Inner Self, True Self, creative visualization, and what is referred to as “manifestation”. I share these things in hopes that it may inspire you, give you hope, help you learn and grow on your own Becoming journey.Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comAnd contact me if you have a “Becoming Story” you would like to share.Follow me on Instagram @ becoming_with_drlynne

We cannot ignore the fact that developmental stages of life that include physiological changes in our bodies influence our “Becoming”. Retired psychotherapist, Christina Bellamy, talks about the transition that occurs through a woman’s life as she moves through the stages of perimenopause to post-menopause. This is an important part of the Becoming process, as cultural and societal norms can shape how a woman may view herself, impact her emotional and mental well-being, and the health of her relationships. Christina teaches us about how this stage of a woman’s life has been viewed through the years, in society, culturally, and within the medical profession. Christina talks about how couples are affected and how they can cope with, what she describes as, the possible “emotional tsunami”. Christina helps us celebrate this time in women’s lives through her words of humor, support and inspiration. Email Christina with questions or comments: cbbellamy4@gmail.comRESOURCES Christina shared with us:https://www.menopausecafe.net/https://www.menopause.org/https://www.amazon.com/Ourselves-Growing-Older-Women-Knowledge/dp/0671644246https://www.amazon.com/Joanna-Macy/e/B000APOHVI%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_sharePlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comAnd contact me if you have a “Becoming Story” you would like to share.Follow me on Instagram @ becoming_with_drlynne

Federal Aviation Commercial Drone Pilot, Lizette Matos-Rosalez’, talks about “reinventing” herself many times through out her life. Lizette’s Becoming Story is one of resiliency, getting knocked down, but getting back up each time. Lizette realized her dream of becoming a professional dancer in her 20’s. Then built a career and business in the mortgage industry – until, in 2008, she lost everything over night when the housing market crashed. Lizette shares how she would have been homeless if not for the help of her younger brother. She picked herself up again-creating a Event Management company in Las Vegas. Then, again, at no fault of her own, her business was threatened when COVID hit, and a year of scheduled events were completely wiped out. But, remarkably, Lizette had just completed attending Drone Technology School, so she and her husband shifted focus and started a new business, BZB Aerial Media Company.Lizette’s Becoming Story shows us that no matter how many times you may fall, you can pick yourself up again, and you do not have to keep doing the same things. You can re-invent yourself. You can have many dreams and live many dreams in one lifetime.You can learn more about Lizette’s companies at www.bzb2020.com Follow her on Instagram @bzbaerialmedia and @destinationeventpros You can also find her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mskakileeEmail Lizette at info@destinationeventpros.comPlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow me—Dr Lynne on Instagram @becoming_with_drlynne You can follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrLynneSantiago. “LIKE” and SHARE so the people important in your life can listen and be inspired by the all the Quest and Becoming Stories.

Licensed Clinical Social worker, Karen Perez, tells us about how her education and career journey started after leaving a violent marriage. She shares her Becoming Story, telling us what it was like being raised by a mom diagnosed with Paranoid Schizophrenia, and her harrowing experiences as a survivor of intimate partner violence--violence that started with verbal and emotional abuse before getting married, and escalating to physical violence the night of her wedding. Karen educates us about how being in a violent, abusive relationship leads to a loss of self, loss of self-confidence, and loss of voice. Karen’s quest to learn and be trained to help others includes getting certified in traumatology, as well as becoming a certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and certified Forensic counselor. And to top it off—Karen is the first Latina elected official in Hillsborough County, Florida.** IF YOU ARE IN AN ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIP THERE IS HELP, THERE IS HOPE.PLEASE REACH OUT TO THE NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE. YOU CAN CALL – 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), OR LIVE CHAT AT: www.thehotline.orgConnect with Karen on Facebook at www.facebook.com/embracingchangesEmail: kperezhsb2004@aol.com or call her at 813-493-7705Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow me—on Instagram becoming_with_drlynne You can follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrLynneSantiago. “LIKE” and SHARE so the people important in your life can listen and be inspired by the all the Quest and Becoming Stories.

Pharmacist, turned Intuitive Mindset Coach, KaKi Lee shares her Quest journey that started with pursuing a career, and living a life that others expected her to live— a path created by family, and cultural and societal norms. Postpartum depression was one of several life-altering experience that led to her realization that she was not happy and wanted to do something different in her life. KaKi shares her experiences in therapy, uncovering childhood sexual trauma, and needing to heal childhood wounds. By doing her own ‘inner work’, and training in the Laser Coaching System, she is able to help her clients shed the limiting beliefs that hold them back, find their authentic voice and discover their purpose with clarity.You can learn more about KaKi on her website www.kakilee.comFollow her on Instagram @mskakilee and @theawakenedfeminine You can also find her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mskakileeKaki welcomes questions. You can email her at hello@kakilee.comShe also offers a free consultation which she refers to as a “Digital Tea”. Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow me—Dr Lynne on Instagram @becoming_with_drlynne You can follow me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DrLynneSantiago. “LIKE” and SHARE so the people important in your life can listen and be inspired by the all the Quest and Becoming Stories.

Dr Karidad Ramis-Hartman lost her vision at 38 years old, while working on her Doctorate dissertation but she did not give up. This is an incredible episode that is sure to inspire you. Karidad shares with us her Quest for knowledg, and how she had pushed through many challenges along the way. She has over 20 years in the counseling field, helping chronic mentally ill veterans, as well as teens and families. She educates us on how severe mental illness impacts a person’s Becoming journey. She tells us of the heartbreaking effects mental illness has on the person’s sense of identity, and the loss of Self they experience. But then Karidad takes us through her own personal Becoming story when she shares her experiences receiving the shocking news that she was losing her vision from a rare disorder—and it was happening while writing her Doctorate dissertation! Her mom, sister, and professor, would not let her quit, reminding her that she had come too far, and worked way too hard, to give up her dream of earning a Doctorate degree. Karidad is so courageous—she led us into her most difficult times when she felt depressed and hopeless. She said there were times when she would fall off, what she called, her “Becoming train”, but added - “I always bought more tickets, so I could jump back on”. Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @becoming_with_drlynne Give Dr. Lynne a “LIKE” and SHARE the new “The Dr. Lynne Santiago Podcast” Facebook page the-dr-lynne-santiago-podcast

From a profitable career in advertising, to 20 years as a public school teacher, Danielle’s career path evolved into becoming a yoga instructor and owner of Jai Dee Yoga & Wellness studio. Danielle says “we are always becoming the next version of ourselves”, and that Becoming is both painful and rewarding. Danielle has experienced challenges to include being diagnosed at 47 years old with the life threatening disease myeloproliferative neoplasm. And she didn’t let a pandemic get in the way of becoming the owner of a yoga studio.Danielle is having a Grand Reopening Open House & Ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday Oct 3rd from 1 to 3pm. Tampa’s Mayor Jane Castor will be there to cut the ribbon. There will be tours of the studio, vegan food by the Independent, and other food by La Carachita’s Tacos. Beverages include Craft beer from Angry Chair brewery. And there will be some craft vendors.Danielle insures safety measures and social distancing will be in place for the event.Grand Reopening House & Ribbon Cutting CeremonySaturday October 3rd from 1pm-3pm5610 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa, Florida 33604Learn more about Danielle and the Jai Dee Yoga and Wellness studio at www.jaideeyoga.comCall or text Danielle at 813-231-2300Email her at danielle@jaideeyoga.comFollow her:Instagram @jaideeyogaandwellnessFacebook jaideeyogaandwellnessTwitter @jai_dee_yogaPlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comAnd contact me if you have a “Becoming Story” you would like to share.Follow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @ becoming_with_drlynne Keywords:

Is it possible to be ‘always becoming’ even in prison? Of course, it is! Christina Bellamy, a retired Licensed Mental Health Counselor, talks to us about her work in Colemen Prison—the largest Federal penitentiary in the country. Since 2001, she has been a volunteer facilitator of the Alternative to Violence Project (AVP), providing hundreds of workshops, and teaching incarcerated prisoners how to be co-facilitators of the program. An avid composter and gardener, Christina refers to herself as “Composting Christina”, a name that she created when working in the prison. She uses these activities as analogues of the Becoming process, telling us that both involve “transformation, diversity, inclusion, hard work, a natural process that honors what is there…and letting go of the results”.Email Christina to learn more about AVP, and with questions or comments: cbbellamy4@gmail.comPlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comAnd contact me if you have a “Becoming Story” you would like to share.Follow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @ becoming_with_drlynne

Pediatric and Prenatal Chiropractor, Dr. Sara Bober, shares her personal lived experiences that includes overcoming family trauma and her own self-limiting beliefs. As she speaks it becomes clear that she is also very proud of her parents ‘Becoming’ process. She tells how it was always assumed by her family and herself, that she would become a pediatrician, and even majored in pre-med in college. But after being introduced to chiropractic care to treat her severe headaches, she realized her true authentic path was to become a chiropractor herself.I have been watching Sarah’s more recent “becoming” unfold on Instagram, and was impressed with her positive energy and enthusiasm. I also found out after our interview that she is good friends with my niece/God-daughter. It truly is a small world.UPDATE: Wow. I just found out Sarah is a friend of my beautiful niece and God-daughter, Josie S. We had no idea until after the interview. Just another example of how small the world really is. Learn more about Dr. Sarah on:Facebook: drsarahboberInstagram: /dr.sarahboberWebsite: www.drsarahbober.com and www.mylutzchiropractor.comBusiness Address Full Life Chiropractic, 1003 Dale Mabry HwyLutz, FL, 33548813-428-5648Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @ becoming_with_drlynne Give Dr. Lynne a “LIKE” and SHARE the new “The Dr. Lynne Santiago Podcast” Facebook page the-dr-lynne-santiago-podcast

Owner of Transformational Consulting and author, Gary Teeney, shares with us his career journey, as he evolved from working in advertising and becoming the owner of two radio stations before 30 years old, to 30 years of experience as a business consultant assisting well known clients, such as Disney and Coca-Cola. Gary says he helps clients “gain access to their power”, “illuminate the path toward their goals”, and supports them as they manifest their goals. Gary tells us that his own transformational shift occurred when he stopped being a salesperson and started partnering with his clients. He attributes his success to having mentors that helped him see “the bigger picture”. Gary was my business coach a few years back. He helped me create a vision for how I wanted to grow my therapy practice, but also started me on the path of writing a book “Conscious Partings – Ending Your Relationship from a Place of Love”, which I am still in the process of writing. Gary and I talked about me doing a podcast one day, so he has played a pivotal role in my own personal ‘becoming’ story. Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comLearn more about Gary Teaney his website www.consultantstcb.comContact Gary gary.teaney@consultantstcb.comAnd follow him on facebook @transformationalconsultingforbusiness Follow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @ becoming_with_drlynne Give Dr. Lynne a “LIKE” and SHARE the new “The Dr. Lynne Santiago Podcast” Facebook page the-dr-lynne-santiago-podcast

Entrepreneur, and host of the Soul Collective podcast, Emily Harris, shares her personal Becoming Story and transformation from being a successful business woman in corporate America, living the “American Dream” to living a life of authenticity, as founder of Soul Media, Soul Women’s Collective, and as a Business and Marketing coach. Emily talks about her “dark night of the soul”, and “awakening”, realizing that she had been out of alignment with her core values of authenticity, vulnerability, and compassion. She also explains that all the people that come into our lives are “beautiful mirrors into our own consciousness”, who shows us where we need to work on ourselves. I love how she said “life is not something happening to me, it’s happening for me”.

Psychotherapist, Johnny Nguyen, shares his perspective about the effects of culture and ethnicity on our ‘Becoming’. As a first generation Vietnamese American, with parents who migrated to the USA as refugees, Johnny shares with us his professional and personal experiences, discussing a range of topics to include intersectionality, assimilation and diversity. Pointing out that the USA is more like a ‘salad bowl’ than a ‘melting pot’, Johnny shows us how embracing our differences, and accepting our cultural and ethnic history helps us in our ‘becoming’ a more authentic Self.Learn more about Johnny Nguyen and the services he provides by visiting his website www.prismwellnesscounseling.comContact Johnny for a complimentary consultation.Phone: 813-906-9064 Email: johnnyn@prismwellnesscounseling.comPlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @ Are_U_becomingGive Dr. Lynne a “LIKE” and SHARE the new “The Dr. Lynne Santiago Podcast” Facebook page the-dr-lynne-santiago-podcast

Psychotherapist and Sex Therapist, Roene Zohler, shares with us the biological, societal, and cultural influences on the becoming of our Sexual Selves. Roene explains what is meant by the “Madonna-Whore Syndrome”. She shares on how we, as a society, still have difficulties talking openly about sex. Roene talks about her own journey of ‘becoming’ a sex therapist, starting with her work at a lingerie shop, selling sex toys. Roene offers free, 15 minute, consultationsLearn more about Roene Zohler, LCSW and her services at www.roene.netEmail Roene at roene1@roene.netPhone: (505) 84ROENE (505)847-6363Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @ iam.always.becoming Give Dr. Lynne a “LIKE” and SHARE the new “The Dr. Lynne Santiago Podcast” Facebook www.facebook.com/DrLynneSantiago

Recorded on Juneteenth, author, Transformational Specialist and inspirational leader, Cynthia James talks frankly about systemic racism and the current social movement. Cynthia shares her own Becoming Story, growing up as an African American girl in a predominately white town and attending predominately white schools. Cynthia discusses her book “What Will Set You Free”, revealing her journey of healing and finding her voice. Learn more about Cynthia James, her coaching services, several books, inspirational CDs and meditations on her website www.cynthiajames.netPlease email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comFollow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @ iam.always.becoming, and Twitter @R_U_BecomingGive Dr. Lynne a “LIKE” and SHARE the new “The Dr. Lynne Santiago Podcast” Facebook page the-dr-lynne-santiago-podcastKEYWORDS:

Retired Armor Officer, combat veteran, Nef Rodriguez shares his thoughts about ‘becoming’ a soldier and veteran, through his experiences as an “Army Brat”, an Army Officer, a Veteran, and the father of two sons who have served in the military. Nef believes that his combat experiences have proven to him that we are always Becoming, but that it is difficult to predict what changes will occur. In 2018, Nef’s Becoming evolved with the opportunity to become the Executive Director of the veteran focused non-profit Camaraderie Foundation, Inc. Camaraderie Foundation provides 100% of the cost for counseling and support for military service members, veterans, and their family members.Please email your questions and relevant experiences to IAM@thedrlynnesantiagoshow.comLearn more about Camaraderie Foundation at www.camaraderiefoundation.orgAnd, please, consider sending them a donation!Follow Dr. Lynne on her new podcast Instagram @ iam.always.becoming Give Dr. Lynne a “LIKE” and SHARE the new “The Dr. Lynne Santiago Podcast” Facebook page the-dr-lynne-santiago-podcast