32. Valarie Budayr: The Healing Power of Sound - Finding Your Voice After Loss

How do we rebuild ourselves after a profound loss? When tragedy shatters our world, what emerges from the fragments? In this episode, I had an extraordinary conversation with Valarie Budayr, whose journey through grief offers powerful wisdom for anyone navigating life’s darkest passages. Sound and breath work have played important roles in her healing journey, and through “Mongata,” she’s been able to serve others by sharing the wisdom she has gained from her journey. What healing might be possible if you gave yourself permission to change your story?  Connect with Valarie Budayr: Get Valerie Budayr’s books here: https://bit.ly/3F4bhx0   Connect with Valarie Budayr: Website: https://bit.ly/43Ezqn5 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Zrj5j7 Instagram: https://bit.ly/4jgvEFh LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg7Juy Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 04:35 Wisdom from Valarie Budayr 06:11 Importance of Grief 07:26 Honoring People’s Lives Even After Passing 12:23 “Losing” Her Parents in the Loss of Her Siblings 15:11 Identifying Similar Narcissistic Patterns and Behaviors 21:58 Parenting Style and Finding Her Own Voice 26:12 The Healing Power of Sound 35:57 Music as Instruments for Healing 39:31 Having a Relationship with Instruments in Service for Others and Self 43:25 Building a Bond with Instruments 45:53 Experiencing Entrainment  48:56 The Art of Lingering and Contemplation 51:28 Undoing Something by Being 56:21 Remembering What it Feels Like to be Whole 57:53 Healing Journey with Mongata 1:00:09 Last Piece of Wisdom from Valarie 1:02:19 Connect with Valarie 📕Meg Tuohey is a renown expert in relationships, leadership and personal growth. Learn more about her mission and how she is changing lives here: https://bit.ly/3NtUF24 🎓Shatter emotional barriers and reclaim your power with The Wisdom Lab, designed for women seeking profound breakthroughs in personal growth and emotional healing.: https://bit.ly/4eI8S7N 📰 For more information on Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey visit: https://bit.ly/3U9V5OZ 📺Watch the  "Wisdom Stripes" podcast every Thursday at 5AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BO3Mbk 📱Connect with Meg Tuohey: Instagram: https://bit.ly/4f6B0AW Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BILKXU TikTok: https://bit.ly/4f7M8he LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hbXJOb Subscribe To:https://www.youtube.com/@makingrelationshipswork7250 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Yp2vjP 🎙️Download “Wisdom Stripes” podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f8xTsj 🚨DISCLAIMER: The Wisdom Stripes podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The host Meg Tuohey shares personal stories, experiences, and knowledge aimed at helping listeners gain new insights for personal growth. However, the content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not use the information as a replacement for consultations with qualified mental health, medical, or other professionals. If you are seeking professional help, please consult with a licensed specialist.

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Wisdom Stripes with Meg Tuohey: Transforming Relationships, Empowering Leadership Hosted by relationship expert and coach Meg Tuohey, Wisdom Stripes is where transformative insights meet actionable wisdom. Meg has dedicated her career to helping women reignite their relationships, build stronger families, and step boldly into leadership roles in their lives. By translating complex emotions and experiences into a clear, teachable framework, she empowers others with practical tools to navigate life’s most challenging moments. Each episode of Wisdom Stripes features unfiltered conversations with some of the world’s most insightful thought leaders, experts, and seekers. Together, they dive into the unique “stripes” of wisdom—those defining moments that shape us. From navigating personal and professional challenges to uncovering deep emotional truths, these interviews are packed with tangible takeaways, real-life stories, and actionable steps you can immediately apply to your own journey. Meg’s approach draws out the most profound lessons by asking her guests key questions like: What pivotal moments caused the most confusion and pain in your life? What lessons have you gained through those experiences that you wouldn’t have learned otherwise? What do you want others to understand to help them avoid the ‘long way round’? Listeners will explore different categories of wisdom—whether experiential, intellectual, emotional, practical, or spiritual—delving into the stories that shape personal growth and transformation. Meg wraps each conversation into a practical framework, teaching the key lessons learned and how to apply them to everyday life. Tune in every Thursday to discover how these wisdom stripes weave together to form the rich tapestry of life. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, a new perspective, or powerful strategies for personal growth, Wisdom Stripes is your go-to source for heartfelt, impactful insights.