
WholeHearted Living
A space to root back into your wholeness and remember who you truly are. Each episode blends ancient wisdom and modern science, soulful conversation and grounded practice, to guide you home to yourself.
Here, we dismantle outdated paradigms of hustle, perfection, and “not enough”, and instead explore what it means to live, lead, and create from worthiness, belonging, and alignment with nature’s rhythms.
From embodied self-worth to nervous system healing, from identity work to soul-led leadership, The Wholehearted Living Podcast invites you to pause, breathe, and return to the ground beneath all growth: you are already whole.
New episodes every Thursday.
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With a heartful of gratitude,
Debs
WholeHearted Living
BONUS EP01 | Near to Death- Processing Trauma and Lessons from a Life-Changing Moment
Welcome to the first of our bonus episodes, where Debs Thorpe shares personal stories and guest experiences from the WholeHearted Life. In this episode, Debs recounts a recent near-death experience with her dog, Bailey, exploring the emotions, trauma, and insights that arose from this life-altering event.
You’ll hear how Debs navigated fear, grief, and resilience, and the strategies she used to process trauma with mindfulness, self-compassion, and presence. This episode offers a deeply human perspective on facing the unexpected and finding meaning in challenging moments.
Whether you’re a pet lover, a sensitive soul, or anyone interested in real-life stories of courage and reflection, this episode will inspire and encourage you to lean into your own experiences with openness and care.
💬 Share your reflections or similar experiences in the comments- your story could help someone feel seen and supported.
✨ For the full blog post with photos and more context on this story, visit debsthorpe.com
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