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Free to Be Mindful Podcast

Free to Be Mindful Podcast

By: Vanessa De Jesus Guzman LPC NCC
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The Free to Be Mindful Podcast invites you along on a journey to learn of mindful living, grow in mental health and inspire through personal growth. In a world where we can often feel much stress and overwhelm, this podcast provides bite-sized tips and real-talk conversations, empowering you to embrace mindfulness and nurture your full potential.

Welcome to the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, where busy working moms like you can find solace, clarity, and practical tips to live a mindful and intentional life. Hosted by Vanessa De Jesus Guzman - a Licensed Therapist, Retired Educator, Entrepreneur, and Mom of two - this podcast is designed to empower moms to prioritize their mental well-being, embrace mindfulness, and nurture their full potential without losing their cool.

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and burnt out. But motherhood doesn’t have to mean chaos and anxiety. The Free to Be Mindful Podcast provides bite-sized tips, real-talk conversations, and expert interviews to help you embrace an intentional approach to find joy and reduce overwhelm, prioritize your mental health amidst the chaos of motherhood, and engage in self-discovery with guidance from experts and personal stories


Vanessa's unique blend of professional experience and personal insight has made her a trusted voice in the wellness and mental health space. Featured on the Today Show, Univision, Parents Latina and multiple national publications, Vanessa is passionate about helping moms like you reduce the mental load, find moments of peace, and live a more fulfilling life.


Each episode is designed with your busy schedule in mind—keeping things short, sweet, and practical. Whether you're driving to work, folding laundry, or taking a break between tasks, you can easily fit these episodes into your day. Every episode wraps up with a short guided meditation, giving you the opportunity to pause, reflect, and center yourself.


Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, cultivate mindfulness, or simply carve out time for yourself, the Free to Be Mindful Podcast is the perfect companion for your journey to a more mindful and joyful life.


New episodes are released weekly twice a week, so don’t miss out! Tune in to reclaim your calm, center yourself, and remember that in the midst of it all, you are always Free to Be Mindful.

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Episodes
  • Journey to the Self with Dr. Nichelle Bowes

    Journey to the Self with Dr. Nichelle Bowes
    May 26 2025

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    120 COPING SKILLS
    https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-120copingskills


    CULTIVATE CALM CHALLENGE
    https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-cultivatingcalmchallenge


    SUBMIT QUESTIONS for CONSULT A COUNSELOR:
    https://qrco.de/consultacounselor


    WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE:
    https://www.youtube.com/@counselorvdejesus


    GET THE MUSE HEADBAND AT A DISCOUNT!
    https://choosemuse.com/freetobemindful
    Use this link to get 15% off your total when you purchase the amazing brain sensing headband that tells you when you're in a meditative state and guides you to improve your practice.


    STAY CONNECTED:
    Show Hashtag: #freetobemindfulpodcast
    Website: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast
    All Social Channels: @counselorvdejesus


    DISCLAIMER:
    Free to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed clinician.
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    41 mins
  • A Dream to a Movement: Celebrating 6 Years of Free to Be Mindful

    A Dream to a Movement: Celebrating 6 Years of Free to Be Mindful
    May 19 2025

    In this special anniversary episode, Vanessa De Jesus Guzman — licensed therapist, speaker, and host of the Free to Be Mindful podcast — reflects on six years of growth, resilience, and purpose.

    What began as a part-time dream has evolved into a full-time mission: supporting others through mindful living, mental health, and personal growth. From navigating licensing setbacks to launching a private practice, from building a national speaking presence to embracing new motherhood again after a decade — Vanessa shares the real story behind the milestones, and the values that keep her grounded through every season of change.


    EPISODE DESCRIPTION:
    Join Vanessa as she shares:

    • The origin story of Free to Be Mindful — and what almost stopped it before it started
    • Major turning points over the past six years
    • What it’s like balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship (with honesty and humor)
    • Highlights from this past year including speaking wins, Tea & Takeaways, and therapy dog visits
    • Reflections on living with intention — even when life feels uncertain
    • Encouragement to pause, reflect, and celebrate your own journey


    TUNE IN TO LEARN:

    • Why the "messy middle" matters just as much as the polished end
    • How seasons of change can deepen your clarity and confidence
    • The power of letting go, pivoting, and trusting your purpose
    • What it means to stay grounded in values, both personally and professionally
    • A guided reflection to help you reconnect with where you are and where you’re headed


    TAKEAWAY MESSAGE:
    Whether you're planting seeds or watching them bloom, your growth is worth honoring. You don’t need to have it all figured out to pause and appreciate how far you’ve come.


    Listen in, and remember... you’re always free to be mindful.

    Send us a text


    120 COPING SKILLS
    https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-120copingskills


    CULTIVATE CALM CHALLENGE
    https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-cultivatingcalmchallenge


    SUBMIT QUESTIONS for CONSULT A COUNSELOR:
    https://qrco.de/consultacounselor


    WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE:
    https://www.youtube.com/@counselorvdejesus


    GET THE MUSE HEADBAND AT A DISCOUNT!
    https://choosemuse.com/freetobemindful
    Use this link to get 15% off your total when you purchase the amazing brain sensing headband that tells you when you're in a meditative state and guides you to improve your practice.


    STAY CONNECTED:
    Show Hashtag: #freetobemindfulpodcast
    Website: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast
    All Social Channels: @counselorvdejesus


    DISCLAIMER:
    Free to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed clinician.
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    22 mins
  • Ditching “Busy” to Raise Confident Girls with Traci Peterson

    Ditching “Busy” to Raise Confident Girls with Traci Peterson
    May 12 2025

    In this episode, Vanessa is joined by Tracy Peterson—nurse practitioner, entrepreneur, and founder of Woman Lessons, a movement designed to help mothers and daughters build confidence and connection.

    They explore how busyness can become a woman’s identity, why so many high performers struggle with self-worth, and how those patterns can unintentionally shape the next generation. Tracy opens up about the moment her daughter asked for “woman lessons” and how it led to a deeper mission around identity, self-care, and presence.

    Perfect for moms, educators, and anyone raising girls in today’s world, this episode offers thoughtful insights and practical tools to help women lead from within and model true confidence.


    REFERENCED LINKS
    Website: https://tracipeterson.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tpete/ and @motherdaughtermovement

    Use code EMPOWERED for 10% off the Woman Lessons retreat


    120 COPING SKILLS
    https://www.freetobemindful.com/podca...

    CULTIVATE CALM CHALLENGE
    https://www.freetobemindful.com/podca...

    SUBMIT QUESTIONS for CONSULT A COUNSELOR:
    https://qrco.de/consultacounselor

    GET THE MUSE HEADBAND AT A DISCOUNT!
    https://choosemuse.com/freetobemindful
    Use this link to get 15% off your total when you purchase the amazing brain sensing headband that tells you when you're in a meditative state and guides you to improve your practice.

    STAY CONNECTED:
    Show Hashtag: #freetobemindfulpodcast
    Website: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast
    All Social Channels: @counselorvdejesus

    DISCLAIMER:
    Free to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed clinician.

    Send us a text


    120 COPING SKILLS
    https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-120copingskills


    CULTIVATE CALM CHALLENGE
    https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-cultivatingcalmchallenge


    SUBMIT QUESTIONS for CONSULT A COUNSELOR:
    https://qrco.de/consultacounselor


    WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE:
    https://www.youtube.com/@counselorvdejesus


    GET THE MUSE HEADBAND AT A DISCOUNT!
    https://choosemuse.com/freetobemindful
    Use this link to get 15% off your total when you purchase the amazing brain sensing headband that tells you when you're in a meditative state and guides you to improve your practice.


    STAY CONNECTED:
    Show Hashtag: #freetobemindfulpodcast
    Website: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast
    All Social Channels: @counselorvdejesus


    DISCLAIMER:
    Free to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed clinician.
    Show More Show Less
    41 mins

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