{"podcast":{"title":"The Secrets of Being Podcast","slug":"the-secrets-of-being-podcast-6712820","podcast_index_feed_id":6712820,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6001427/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://thesecretsofbeing.com/","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b287af55f89d6a627c988d18d9f6bbbe.jpg","author":"Dawn Airhart Witte","episode_count":34,"summary":"Introducing the \"Secrets of Being Podcast\" - a captivating journey into the depths of self-discovery, personal growth, and the art of living a fulfilling life. In a world that often moves at breakneck speed, this podcast serves as a tranquil oasis for those seeking profound wisdom and inspiration. Here, we explore the innermost realms of the human experience, delving into the profound secrets that lie within each of us, waiting to be uncovered. Join us as we embark on a voyage of self-discovery, guided by remarkable thought leaders, spiritual luminaries, and everyday heroes who have unearthed the treasures of self-awareness. Our guests share their intimate stories, timeless wisdom, and practical insights, illuminating the path to a life of purpose and authenticity. Through thought-provoking conversations, soul-stirring narratives, and transformative teachings, \"Secrets of Being\" invites you to peel back the layers of societal expectations, shed the masks we wear, and embrace the beautiful authenticity that resides at our core. Discover the secrets to igniting your inner fire, releasing self-imposed limitations, and forging a deeper connection to your true self. This podcast is an…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-02T00:17:43.583197+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-secrets-of-being-podcast-6712820"},"episode":{"title":"The Stories We Inherit and How to Rewrite Them","slug":"the-stories-we-inherit-and-how-to-rewrite-them","published_at":"2025-07-16T11:00:08+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-secrets-of-being-podcast-6712820/the-stories-we-inherit-and-how-to-rewrite-them","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-secrets-of-being-podcast-6712820","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-stories-we-inherit-and-how-to-rewrite-them--66707789","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdcn.co/e/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66707789/bobbeare_secofbe.mp3","summary":"Today, I’m joined by Bob Beare, PhD—a beautiful soul who has dedicated his life to helping others heal. He’s the founder of Deep Waters Recovery, a long-time therapist, a best-selling author, and someone who walks the path of recovery with integrity and truth. But more than anything, Bob is a father. And in his words, nothing has healed him more deeply than being a dad. In our conversation, Bob opens up about his 34-year recovery journey and how shadow work—looking at the parts of ourselves we’ve tried to hide—has become a foundational piece of his healing. We talk about the inner critic, the stories we carry from childhood, and how those unspoken wounds often spill into our parenting, our relationships, and our sense of worth. Bob shares how addiction—especially food addiction—is quietly taking people out, and how the origins of that pain are rooted in the early messages we absorb. He invites us to pause and ask the deeper question: “How did I get here?” Because awareness is where the shift begins. There’s such tenderness in the way Bob talks about his daughter. He reflects on the summers they spent together, how their relationship has evolved, and how grief and joy live side by side like the same river. He reminds us that when we don’t make space to grieve, we block ourselves from fully feeling anything at all. We talk about what it means to parent with love, not strategy. Why our healing is our children’s healing. And why showing up for ourselves is the greatest gift we can give to the people we love. This episode is a soft place to land. It’s a conversation about real recovery, about rewriting our inner narrative, and about creating safe spaces for our hearts to unfold. Bob reminds us that healing doesn’t come from control—it comes from connection. From heart to he…","meta_description":"Today, I’m joined by Bob Beare, PhD—a beautiful soul who has dedicated his life to helping others heal. 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