In Episode 8 of the Somewhere Road podcast, we continue our conversation from Episode 7 with Trauma Therapist, Reiki Practitioner, Fitness Instructor, Momma & Dear Friend, Erika Saviano.

We know we gave you A LOT in Episode 7 but there was no option to stop there because Co-Hosts Meg Vitti & Nicole Danielle's walk & talk with Erika Saviano continued to evolve in a truly beautiful & impactful way that we, ourselves, couldn't get enough of!

Continuing with the overall topic of "Mental Health," in Episode 8 the conversation covers topics such as:

- Do all therapists have therapists?

- Kids & Therapy

- Parent-Child Relationships

- We're never given more than we can handle

- The "living to not disappoint" fear

- Childhood pressures

- Being afraid to take the first step

- Being stuck & being stuck again

- Get out of your comfort zone

- Why "stay"?

- Fear of judgement

- Choices

- Addressing a listener question about knowing you're ready for a relationship (or not) & how to know when it's time to leave one?

- And... Jelly Roll!

A lot of laughs, a lot of goosebumps & a lot of moments to soak up as Meg, Nicole and fellow RWU alum & soul sista, Erika, take a walk down Somewhere Road and share in an explorative conversation about the stigma that is "Mental Health."

For us, Episode 7 & 8 featuring Erika Saviano are a beautiful reminder why we created this safe space & why we made the choice to show up real week after week so we can have these kind of conversations that people don't always want to talk about. This week, there's not just two but three hands inviting you to come along and take a walk down Somewhere Road...

*Please note that little 'E' icon if real, unfiltered voices are too triggering for you. We promised to always show up as ourselves. ;-) Episode Resources:

Website: www.somewhereroad.com

IG: @its_somewhere road

Guest: Erika Saviano, Licensed Mental Health Clinician

IG: @esavvy

Therapy: www.psychologytoday.com - Erika Saviano

Fitness Trainer: www.pulsenewport.com

Co-Host, Nicole Danielle is a TV/Film Producer & author of the "Life thru Lyrics" book series.

Website: www.nicoledanielle.life

Website: www.lifethrulyricsbooks.com

IG: @its_nicoledanielle Co-Host, Meghan Vitti is a strength & mobility specialist & the owner of RAW Strength & Mobility.

Website: https://rawstrengthandmobility.com

IG: @vtface

WOW this week's amazing walk down Somewhere Road is one that we know you're not gonna want to miss!

Our first guest ever joins us on the road for a powerful, awakening & much needed real conversation about "Mental Health."

There was so much conversation & so many moments that hit deep so instead of skimping on the goods, we decided to surprise all of you with not one but TWO brand new episodes of the "Somewhere Road" podcast this week.

In wanting to address the topic of "Mental Health" & the stigma that often surrounds it, we knew we had to bring someone on the podcast who really understands & encompasses the connection between the mind, the body & the whole self. And there was only one person who came to mind that we could trust to have this important conversation with!

So today, Co-Hosts Meg Vitti & Nicole Danielle are joined by their very special guest, and dear friend, Erika Saviano, who is a licensed Mental Health Clinician specializing in Trauma, Relationships & Eating Disorders. But her experience doesn't just stop there! Not only is Erika a therapist but she's also a Reiki Practitioner, a fitness instructor, a single mom of two beautiful young kids & a woman who is constantly working to better her own self in life & openly shares her own experiences in order to help others.

In Episode 7 - Breaking the Stigma, Part One: Unveiling the Truths of "Mental Health" with Trauma Therapist, Erika Saviano we cover a lot, like A LOT of topics including:

- The whole self

- Trauma & toxic relationships

- Being REAL with her clients

- How to break the stigma on "Mental Health"

- Therapy being used as an excuse

- Self-Awareness

- Kids & therapy

- Judgement around "Mental Health"

- Negative & Positive Energy

- Why it's OK to "Fake It"

- Reiki & stuck energy in your body

- Why "Grounding" is so important

- The importance of breathing & connecting

- Why it's hard to "better" yourself

- The power of music

- The first steps to take for your mental health

... And so much more!

We weren't kidding, our conversation with Erika Saviano is a big one! And this is all just in part one!

So take a listen to Episode 7 & make sure to follow up with Episode 8 when we continue to dive into "Mental Health," deeper into kids & the parent-child relationship and then Erika helps us address a listener's question about how to know when you're ready for a relationship and, on the flip side, how to know when it's time to walk away...

All this & so much more on today's 2 part conversation with our very special guest.

So what are you waiting for? Come on... let's go for a walk! *Please note that little 'E' icon if real, unfiltered voices are too triggering for you. We promised to always show up as ourselves. ;-) Episode Resources: Website: www.somewhereroad.com IG: @its_somewhere road

Guest: Erika Saviano, Licensed Mental Health Clinician

IG: @esavvy

Therapy: www.psychologytoday.com - Erika Saviano

Fitness Trainer: www.pulsenewport.com

Co-Host, Nicole Danielle is a TV/Film Producer & author of the "Life thru Lyrics" book series. Website: www.nicoledanielle.life Website: www.lifethrulyricsbooks.com IG: @its_nicoledanielle Co-Host, Meghan Vitti is a strength & mobility specialist & the owner of RAW Strength & Mobility. Website: https://rawstrengthandmobility.com IG: @vtface

Welcome back! We're so happy to have you join us for another walk down Somewhere Road.

In today's episode, Co-Hosts Meg Vitti & Nicole Danielle address a listener question about "starting over" and being terrified to navigate the unknown. While talking through their own perspectives on how to answer this question, the ladies take a deep dive into embracing change, having no regrets & learning to let go of the "negative" in life.

As they explore the idea that it's better to roll the dice than live in misery, Nicole asks Meg (from the Messy Middle) to paint the picture of what the journey looks like from the darkness back to the light.

In an unexpected turn of the conversation, Nicole shares with Meg a recent happening at one of her book signings where she was literally "attacked" by someone lurking in the aisles. A topic Nicole swore she would never bring along the road... oh, hold on tight because they go there today when the topic of "Religion" can't not be addressed!

Meg & Nicole invite you to come along on this week's walk which is sure to not only inspire & make you ponder but shine a bright light on the "crazy" in the world!

Holding out a hand. Come, take a walk... *Please note that little 'E' icon if real, unfiltered voices are too triggering for you. We promised to always show up as ourselves. ;-) Episode Resources: Website: www.somewhereroad.com IG: @its_somewhere road Co-Host, Nicole Danielle is a TV/Film Producer & author of the "Life thru Lyrics" book series. Website: www.nicoledanielle.life Website: www.lifethrulyricsbooks.com IG: @its_nicoledanielle Co-Host, Meghan Vitti is a strength & mobility specialist & the owner of RAW Strength & Mobility. Website: https://rawstrengthandmobility.com IG: @vtface