How People Grow: Finding Wisdom in Every Season
We often see the world not as it is, but as we are. So if we’re to view the world differently, we need to learn to see ourselves differently. Join David Achata, PCC, on ”How People Grow,” a podcast dedicated to shifting your perspective. Through insightful conversations with guests, co-hosts, and friends from his life, David explores the diverse ways we evolve in work, relationships, and spirituality. Discover how your unique lens shapes your experiences and learn to navigate life’s complexities with greater clarity. Dive deeper at https://www.patreon.com/HowPeopleGrow and learn more about David at davidachata.com To learn more about David’s corporate work, see achatacoaching.com
Episodes
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Amy Achata: From Chronic Pain to Embodied Living
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Join us as Amy Achata recounts her deeply personal story of overcoming chronic illness and migraines. Amy shares how she discovered the surprising reason for a lifetime of pain lay hidden in her own story. From there, she was able to explore the untapped intelligence of her body.
Amy delves into the specific embodiment practices that enabled her to finally understand and respond to her body's needs, resulting in remarkable transformation and healing.
She shares invaluable lessons learned on her path and provides actionable tips for listeners seeking to alleviate chronic pain or illness by tuning into their body's inherent wisdom.
Find out more about Amy at http://scoutcounseling.com/
To support this podcast go to http://patreon.com/howpeoplegrow/
Sign up for the Leadership Renewal Collective at http://achatacoaching.com/ and click the "coaching cohorts" button.
Monday Jun 02, 2025
How Your Gut Impacts (What You Think Is) Your Intuition
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Ever wonder where those "gut feelings" really come from?
In this episode, David shares a personal story about stalking a deer that led him to a surprising understanding of the gut's influence on what we think. He and Dr. Tyler McCurry, D.O., unpack the fascinating gut-brain connection and how optimizing your gut health can unlock clearer emotional and intuitive guidance.
Plus, get actionable advice on strengthening your intuition through practices like mindfulness and spending time in nature, and explore how faith can be a powerful ally in trusting your inner voice. Tune in to tap into your true intuitive power!
To support this podcast check out http://howpeoplegrow.patreon.com/
Learn more about David's corporate work at http://achatacoaching.com/
Monday May 26, 2025
The Mind-Body-Spirit Connection --Your Story's Impact on Your Soul
Monday May 26, 2025
Monday May 26, 2025
Discover the powerful connection between your mind, body, and spirit with us. David shares his personal journey of overcoming a decade of chest pain by understanding the link between his emotions, breathing, and physical health.
Dr. McCurry explores how spiritual practices like prayer and meditation can support your overall wellness and revisits the idea of your body as a sacred temple deserving of care.
Learn to live with intention, aligning your actions with what truly matters. Join David Achata & Dr. Tyler McCurry, D.O., for insights on a holistic path to a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Support this podcast at http://patreon.com/howpeoplegrow/
Join the Leadership Renewal Collective at http://achatacoaching.com/
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Movement as Medicine
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Join David Achata and Dr. Tyler McCurry as they discuss the vital role movement plays in both our physical and emotional well-being. Explore the benefits of mindful practices to connect with your body and release tension. Dr. McCurry explains how regular exercise helps calm the nervous system and reduce stress. Discover the surprising connection between movement and spiritual practices like prayer and meditation. Plus, get practical ideas for easily incorporating more movement into your daily life, no matter your current fitness level.
To support this podcast go check out http://patreon.com/howpeoplegrow/
To join the Leadership Renewal Collective go to http://achatacoaching.com/ and click "coaching cohorts"
Tuesday May 13, 2025
The Body's Memory & Releasing Trauma (updated)
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Tuesday May 13, 2025
*Updated - Note: The previous version of this episode was partial. This new version contains the entire interview.
Join David Achata and Dr. Tyler McCurry as they explore how past hurts and ongoing stress can get trapped in the body, affecting us physically and emotionally. Dr. McCurry explains how our nervous system reacts to stress and trauma and how it can get out of balance.
In this episode, you'll discover body-centered ways to heal, like focusing on physical sensations, and how hands-on methods can help release held tension from the past. Learn about the body's natural ability to bounce back and find healing, even after tough experiences.
To support this podcast go to http://patreon.com/howpeoplegrow
To join the Leadership Renewal Collective see http://achatacoaching.com/ and click "coaching cohorts"
To learn more about Dr. McCurry see https://www.tnosteopathic.com/
Tuesday May 06, 2025
Understanding Your Body's Signals
Tuesday May 06, 2025
Tuesday May 06, 2025
Join David Achata and Dr. Tyler McCurry as they explore how our bodies communicate. Dr. McCurry shares his story of the damage done to his body as a football player and how that was the first step that led him toward osteopathic medicine.
In this episode, we'll look at the core principles of the body's self-healing capacity and how symptoms can be vital messages. We'll also touch on practical tips for tuning into your body's language through mindful movement and reflection as well as caring for your body as a spiritual practice.
To support this podcast see http://patreon.com/howpeoplegrow
For David's corporate work see http://achatacoaching.com/
To learn more about Dr. McCurry, see https://www.tnosteopathic.com/
Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Season 3 Introduction: Embodied Wisdom For Life's Journey
Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Join hosts David Achata & Dr. Tyler McCurry as we launch "The Wisdom of the Body," exploring the powerful mind-body connection, and learning the shift from "doing" to "being."
In this season introduction, David shares how our stories are embodied, influencing our feelings and actions, drawing on insights from Bessel van der Kolk (trauma's impact) and Stephen Porges (nervous system).
Learn to listen to your body's wisdom for greater self-awareness and navigate life's journey with authenticity. Tune in to begin your embodied understanding.
Support this podcast at http://patreon.com/howpeoplegrow/
Learn more about David's work at http://achatacoaching.com/
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
BONUS - Learn to Invest In Yourself. An interview with the Leadership Renewal Collective
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Life is chaotic, but you don't have to be. In this special bonus episode, David interviews Kyle & Brigitte, two leaders who participated in the Leadership Renewal Collective to gain stability in their lives and in their leadership.
Kyle & Brigitte are both people leaders who wanted to invest in themselves. In this interview, they talk about why they needed three months to learn four valuable disciplines, the difference it made, and their advice for others looking to invest in themselves.
To learn more about Off Course Rescue, Brigitte's non-profit, go to https://ko-fi.com/offcourserescue/
The Leadership Renewal Collective is an ongoing cohort. To join go to https://achatacoaching.com/ and click "coaching cohorts" on the homepage to learn more.
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Lisa Sharon Harper - Knowing Your Story & The Medicine We All Need
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Lisa Sharon Harper is an author, activist, and professor. She's written multiple books including The Very Good Gospel and Fortune: How Race Broke My Family and the World and How to Repair it all.
In this episode, Lisa shares how she didn't set out to write the book, Fortune, but to learn who she was. In the process she uncovered the complex twists and turns of the development race laws in the United States. She urges us to learn our stories and learn that we can change the power dynamics in our culture if we choose.
Learn more about Lisa & her podcast at https://freedomroad.us/ and find out about her books at https://shorturl.at/DI55x
Support the How People Grow podcast at https://www.patreon.com/c/HowPeopleGrow
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Justin Uhler - Overcoming PTSD & Turning Struggle to Strength
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Justin Uhler is a former Army Ranger & Iraq War combat veteran. In this interview, Justin describes overcoming PTSD and finding purpose after the military. Today he works as a business consultant, is married, and a father of four living in Tacoma, Washington.
Learn more about Justin's work at https://www.refineandgrow.com/
Support this podcast at https://www.patreon.com/c/HowPeopleGrow