Today, Julie Flakstad of the Midlife Truth Project joins us for a seasonal conversation about more midlife truths. If you haven't "met" Julie through our original episode, her links are below. In today's conversation, we cover the ache of letting go, holding onto expectations in parenting and relationships, the changing role of families, and so muc…

We reviewed Claire Dederer's "Monsters, a Fan's Dilemma." If you still need to read it, we have linked the original article that inspired this book to a journal entry on our website. But in this episode, Alexis Kletjian reads passages from "Monsters," so you can easily follow along. Our favorite chapter was about "The Fan," exploring the role of fa…

We are on a journey with color. For the Luxuries for Your Soul rebrand website, it felt appropriate to begin with colors representing self-love and prioritizing relationships and partnerships that align with our purpose. This small bite episode is a Lesson in Luxury on color psychology and the meaning we assign to objects representing a specific hu…

Alexis makes a special announcement about the new Luxuries for Your Soul website, upcoming podcast changes, and more. Contact LFYS New Email: contact@luxuriesforyoursoul.com www.instagram.com/luxuriesforyoursoul Website Coming Soon www.luxuriesforyoursoul.com Connect with Alexis www.instagram.com/alexiskletjian Connect with Lauren www.instagram.com…

Aldous Collins joins the Luxuries for your Soul podcast to discuss music, art, family, and his new beverage, Pool Water. Pool Water is a refreshing malt beverage, a delightful blend of vibrant lemon, lime, orange, and subtle jasmine notes. Whether enjoyed as a light and crisp beverage or as a cocktail mixer for your creative concoctions, Pool Water…

Alexis and Lauren are back with a summer episode and reveal some plans for the future. Stay tuned for the launch of the new website and more! Connect: New Email: contact@luxuriesforyoursoul.com www.instagram.com/luxuriesforyoursoul Join our private Facebook Community for question prompts surrounding this episode and more behind-the-scenes conversat…

Welcome to the final episode of season two! Alexis and Lauren invite you to listen to a behind-the-scenes conversation about being in the midst of de-cluttering every aspect of life through thorough Spring Cleaning. The podcast is taking a short break and will return for season three. Stay in touch with your hosts through the links below. Connect w…

Melissa Holgado joins Alexis and Lauren to share the renovation story about Red Hill, a historical federal-style plantation home with enslaved quarters built in 1825 in central Virginia on 40 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Melissa and her family dream of restoring Red Hill, transforming its somber energy into a place of dignity and respect, a r…

Alexis and Lauren welcome Julie Armstrong to cast a wide net, covering topics like sobriety, love, compassion, family, and strength in the community. Fitness has always been paramount to her existence. From personal training to a nutritionist, Julie brings women together in beautiful settings through the Hope Experience to connect with themselves a…

Alexis and Lauren welcome Jenni Crowther, a Human Design Mentor, Living your Design Guide, Yoga Teacher, and Reiki Master, to have a gentle and spacious conversation about diving into the depths of our uniqueness. If you resonate with Jenni and desire to be validated and inspired, contact her for a 1:1 conversation, a Human Design Reading, or join …

Brandi Gregge is the founder and medical director of Mint & Needle and a client of Social Stylate, Lauren's PR and marketing company. Over the past several years, they've worked together to promote not only her practice but also her proprietary skincare line and, most recently, her nonprofit, Empowerment Beyond Scars, which is an organization dedic…

Felicia Bender, The Practical Numerologist®, joins the podcast to help Alexis and Lauren validate and define their pathway and purpose in life in an empowered way that's fun, inspiring, and actionable all through numbers. Felicia is the author of Redesign Your Life: Using Numerology To Create The Wildly Optimal You and Master Numbers 11, 22, 33: Th…

In this episode, Alexis and Lauren go between the sheets. Why is sex discussed so easily when we're in our 20s but feel off-limits later in life? Why aren't dinners with girlfriends similar to a Sex and the City episode: a group of women asking questions, giving advice, and sharing their likes and dislikes? Is sex a form of self-care? These are jus…

Alexis and Lauren continue their conversation about Money. This time, they dig deeper into personal and professional stories while referencing the book that inspired this conversation: Happy Money by Ken Honda. Money is more than paper or numbers; it is energy. In a scarcity mindset, this energy carries fear-based emotions of stress, anxiety, hopel…

This episode is about the energy that surrounds money, inspired by the book Happy Money by Ken Honda. However, money had never been a topic in their friendship. Alexis and Lauren casually discussed their money mindsets throughout childhood and their current financial outlook as they entered mid-life. If you've ever thought about the energy surround…

Thalia Fischer, founder of All Seated in a Barn, is a profoundly empathetic human with a heart of gold. A self-described problem-solver, while in 5th grade, found her calling when she gave a passionate speech about the inhumane treatment and slaughter of horses. All Seated in a Barn is on the ground at auctions, pulling as many horses and donkeys f…

On the podcast, author Rennie Dyball shares her experience of writing the children's book "B is for Bellies" that promotes body positivity. She discusses her writing process, what sparks ideas, and takes us on a journey through the offices of People Magazine where she worked as a journalist for many years. Her experience helped her to hone her skil…

Anjie Cho and Laura Morris are the founders of Mindful Design Feng Shui School and co-hosts of the Holistic Spaces podcast. Together, they have over thirty years of experience designing harmonious spaces for their clients in their successful design businesses. Through their articles, books, workshops, videos, TV appearances, and consultations, Laur…

Season 2 of the Luxuries for your Soul podcast begins Feb. 5th Tune in for conversations about money, sex, sobriety, body image, spirituality, and speaking to artists, authors, and more. Special Announcement: We are having a Giveaway! There will be several giveaways this season, but this first one is exclusive to our private Facebook Community. Joi…

Do you believe that failure is life's greatest teacher? Is failure the opportunity to begin again? Alexis and Lauren discuss whether their perceived failures lead to shame or regret in business and personal lives. And if you loved the Friendship episode, you love this one too. Connect with your hosts: Email: info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com Instagram.c…

You may remember our conversation with Lindsay Hurty, co-founder of Everwell, Seasonal Circle, and Self School, an intimate online classroom that creates supportive and inspiring containers consisting of small groups for meaningful connection, intention, and decision-making, helping you move forward through obstacles or transitions, to make big dec…

Happy New Year, listeners! Welcome to 2024. The topic of Friendship, and its original episode, was the highest-rated and most talked about. This in-between season reshare was sound-engineered differently for our loyal listeners. For new listeners, may this episode inspire open-minded, honest conversations to establish more profound connections and …

A great conversation between two friends: Alexis and Lauren reflect on their first year in podcasting, recap goals, both realized and unrealized, and give a sneak peek of their 2024 words of the year. Join our Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/917180976266918 Connect with your hosts: Email: info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com Instagram.com/luxur…

Alexis and Lauren dive into the psychology of toxic online behaviors—mean comments, trolls, and haters. Since social media is in Lauren's wheelhouse, she shares personal and client stories of attention-seeking rude comments and lingering comparison hangovers. Articles referenced will appear in our Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/9171809…

Two years ago, Dana was in a heterosexual marriage, and she is now living a happy, authentic life as a lesbian, sharing the kids between two loving households. Alexis and Lauren have a conversation with Dana that spans the beginning of her journey in sexual exploration to mourning the loss of the life she knew, rediscovering herself, and experienci…

This episode empowers the reluctant solo traveler and the experienced international jet setter as we discuss glamping in Utah to Safari in Tanzania with Cherish Tours. This conversation will have you reviewing your calendar to book an adventure of a lifetime, creating memories with women from all walks of life through hosted multi-day experiences t…

Today's episode delivers luxury directly to your doorstep via LuxeRox, an exclusive monthly subscription service offering highly curated mineral, crystal, and fossil specimens. LuxeRox is on a mission to bring the alluring beauty from the earth directly to your door, making collecting accessible, educational, and fun. Visit LuxeRox: https://www.lux…

Alexis and Lauren enjoy conversing with Chocolate Sommelier Estelle Tracy of 37 Chocolates. Inside this episode, Estelle reveals what started as a delicious excuse to eat a lot of chocolate became a life-changing journey that revealed a passion for craft chocolate. Estelle takes us on a voyage from bean to bar, educating us on the various aspects o…

Alexis and Lauren have a conversation with Julie Flakstad, speaker, writer, and founder of The Midlife Truth Project, an initiative aimed at better understanding the myriad of transitions that women face, often simultaneously, as they settle into their 40s + 50s. Having helped create and produce over 350 events, workshops, and programs over the pas…

Is there a mantra you live by, a guiding principle to direct decisions, or a phrase that serves as a reminder of how you want to live your life? Inspired by the second season of Hulu's award-winning show, The Bear, and its poignant reminder that "every second counts," Alexis and Lauren discuss small gestures and the notion it's never too late to in…

If you love intimate conversation, this episode is for you. We are joined by Lindsay Hurty, co-founder of Everwell, Seasonal Circle, and Self-School, an online classroom that creates a supportive and inspiring container comprised of a small group for meaningful connection, intention, and decision-making — helping you move forward through obstacles …

Inside this episode, you will hear laughter, validation, and mediation as Alexis and Lauren discuss the Enneagram types with Natalia Hernandez, a relationship coach and Enneagram expert. For listeners who love to witness our differences, this one is for you! If you want to hear Alexis and Lauren's complete reports from the Enneagram Institute liste…

Be a fly on the wall of this conversation and listen to Alexis and Lauren discover their Enneagram type, armed with self-typed reports without an expert to help them navigate the nuance and relationship pitfalls. Immediately after this episode, they sat down with an Enneagram expert Natalia Hernandez, which you will hear in the next episode. Find y…

Today is a bonus episode. It is a shared episode from when I was a guest on The Whole Equestrian podcast with Dr. Tyler Held. Inside this episode, you'll hear stories of trusting Intuitive hits, a glimpse of the Equestrian mindset, and examples of chasing external rewards that create an unfounded feeling of wholeness and a shaky sense of value and …

Alexis and Lauren conversate with Feng Shui expert and author Anjie Cho. Anjie is a creator of holistic spaces, specifically focused on designing interiors and teaching Feng Shui and meditation. She's guided thousands of people to harmonize their living spaces through the ancient practice of Feng Shui. Anjie co-founded the Mindful Design Feng Shui …

Alexis and Lauren kick off season two (at a slower pace) while savoring summer at the pool, beach, barn, and of course, Bar Reverie, the restaurant Lauren has spent the last two years designing. Inside this episode, Lauren shares news from her grand opening; they pour over their favorite magazines and drop hints for the lineup of future episodes. C…

It's a wrap on Season One! Enjoy this fun conversation with Alexis and Lauren while glancing back at each episode — their favorite to least favorite episodes, including feedback from listeners and people in their lives. Connect with your hosts: Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram.com/luxuriesforyoursoul ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Alexis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ …

When it comes to design, branding, marketing, and consistency, we all have blind spots. Yet, sometimes we want someone to listen to our ideas or share valuable insights. Therefore, Lauren is launching a new consulting service for solo entrepreneurs. If you would benefit from a fresh set of eyes or a brainstorming partner, contact Lauren at Social S…

This a Bonus Episode for the listeners! Alexis was a guest on The Plaid Horse Plaidcast. She and Piper, editor of The Plaid Horse Magazine, chat about luxury, inspirations behind the jewelry, and of course, the Timber story. A fun reshare for our listeners! If you would like to book Alexis or Lauren for a conversation on your podcast, contact us di…

Have you ever had a strong feeling that something was about to happen? Continuing their conversation from last week's episode about signs, Alexis and Lauren discuss premonitions, sharing their experiences. Please note that this episode includes a story about suicide. Graphic details aren't shared, but we want to be mindful of anyone who may find th…

Spirituality comes in many forms, but the basic concept remains the same: it involves the recognition of a feeling or sense, or belief that there is something greater than yourself. In this episode, Alexis and Lauren discuss signs and how they appear, their meanings, if we believe -- and share personal stories that show tapping into the language of…

Have you thought about what makes you happy? Truly happy? That's the million-dollar question that Sinead Butler began to ask herself and is the genesis of her current journey. Alexis and Lauren discuss Happiness with Sinead, a luxury real estate agent, and learn about her career and passion for being a parent. In addition, she shares what started h…

Alexis and Lauren discuss tiny beautiful things, the adaptation of Cheryl Strayed’s Dear Sugar column, currently streaming on Hulu. From grief to gumption, motherhood to marriage, they dive into how the main character handles these topics while sharing personal stories, another great convo for the listeners. Connect with your hosts: Email: ⁠⁠info@l…

This a Bonus Episode for the listeners! Alexis was a guest on the Vicki Baird Intuition podcast, and this is a reshare for our listeners. If you would like to book Alexis or Lauren for a conversation on your podcast, contact us directly. Connect with Vicki Baird: https://www.vickibaird.com Email us: ⁠⁠info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com⁠⁠⁠ Connect with yo…

Before the word "influencer" was part of the vernacular and Instagram was purely for sharing photos, Daniele was ahead of the curve. She successfully launched her blog, Gem Gossip, and a now-infamous hashtag, with over a million posts, for "Show me your Rings."From epic social jewelry challenges to real-life collaborations, Daniele remains as groun…

Female friendships may be some of the most rewarding and complicated relationships you'll have. In this episode, Alexis and Lauren set out to discuss the dynamics between women but found themselves on a different path, sharing turning point moments and lessons learned. At the end of the episode, Lauren circles back to what it means to her to have a…

A lifetime of adventure and a hat to match; if you love to travel and searching for a great hat, this one's for you! Alexis and Lauren have a meaningful conversation with April Selman of True West Hats in Sedona, Arizona. True West Hats, a haberdashery, is their current home for handmade designs. But, much like this conversation, April's passion fo…

Alexis and Lauren return to their Artist of Life Workbook to check in on their goals in all areas of life. You'll love this episode if you have a gratitude practice, making to-do lists, unconventional goal-setting, and making time for what's most important to you! Connect with your hosts: Email: ⁠info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com ⁠⁠Instagram.com/luxurie…

A quick solo episode today with Alexis; join her while she shares the inspiration behind the Luxuries for your Soul™ podcast and what she and Lauren have planned for the remainder of Season One! Connect with your hosts: Email: ⁠info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com⁠⁠ Instagram.com/luxuriesforyoursoul ⁠ Alexis⁠ www.alexiskletjian.com⁠⁠ Instagram.com/alexiskl…

Do you have a Signature Scent synonymous with your personality or identity? A scent that your friends and family instantly associate with you, or one that mysteriously lingers long after you've left the room? Alexis and Lauren dive into the classifications of fragrances and their formulations from the top, heart, and base notes to the specific luxu…