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Welcome to this sacred space for healing, self-love, personal growth, and creativity. There will be solo and interview episodes where we'll talk through how to thrive in life by threading the elements of mindfulness, as well as guided meditations with original music. We'll move from self-doubt to self-trust, make time for what matters, and step boldly into our purpose! Join us as we dive into the intimate and inspiring journeys of fellow artists, creatives & entrepreneurs. Hosted by Lauren D ...
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We are the DC area’s only Baptiste Power Vinyasa Affiliate yoga studio and one of only 55 affiliates worldwide. Our Power Yoga classes offer an exciting and challenging way to transform your body, challenge your mind, develop strength, focus, flexibility, and ultimately unleash the best that is within you!
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Hosted by Tyler Measom and Liz Iacuzzi, Was I In A Cult? is a documentary-style podcast showcasing individuals who have been in, and most importantly, successfully left a cult. Told first-hand by the experiencer themself, these are raw, riveting and inspirational tales of what it means to be a survivor. Using levity and info-tainment, the show humanizes the cultic experience and may leave some of our listeners asking themselves…“Wait…Was I In A Cult?” If you or someone you know has been in a ...
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Tower Healing

Brianna Nadrofsky

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Healing through balancing and integrating the body, mind and soul. Discussing tools such as movement as medicine (yoga, dancing, etc), mindfulness (improving our inner world through awareness, acceptance and forming new habits) and the importance of feeding your soul and accessing your intuition.
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Qi Life

John Munro

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An exploration of energy in our lives, featuring interviews with interesting people about their personal journeys and experience with different practices, therapies, places and cultures that view life energy in different ways.
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Magnificent potentials shine & awaken in our Inner Lamp lit. Unlimiting our mind, body & circumstances each moment is enriching experience to evolve & master. Mastery of Consciousness is wisdom teachings of Nandhiji, his Siddha Gurus and their lineages. In attainment of wholeness in Being, abundant life in health & vitality, liberated in wisdom and empowered, the Yogi Be! https://linktr.ee/Nandhiji
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PEP Talks: People Empowering People

Kasey Kellem and Greta Fechter

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Kasey Crawford Kellem is a school counselor, author, yoga instructor, motivational speaker, former business owner and special ed teacher, and now, podcaster. She is a beacon of resiliency as she continues through her journey dodging hurdles but still dancing all along the way! The creator and author of Mind Over Matter Books, Kellem’s first five books, “Believe,” “Love,” “Laugh,” “Relax,” and “Dream” teach children the resiliency tools necessary to overcome obstacles. After her husband died ...
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Decolonize Yourself is a podcast on how to decolonize your mind, body, spirit, and relationships. If you seek to create oppression-free spaces in yourself, in your spheres of influence, and cultivate oppression-free spaces with others, then this podcast is for you.
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Mystic Body Meditation is a chakra and yoga inspired meditation used to free up your energy, promote healing, combat the effects of aging, calm your mind and balance your emotions. We discovered over the years that many ancient spiritual teachings held back knowledge of essential chakras. Through deep meditation and research we have discovered 12 chakra/energy centers that you can use on a daily basis while meditating, working and exercising in order to open up and align your mystic body. On ...
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Balance Movers and Shakers

Ellen, Balance Movement

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The Balance Movers and Shakers Podcast features instructors, businesses and organizations that are making a difference through movement, performing arts and physical wellness programs. This podcast shares the backgrounds, personal anecdotes, and work highlights of guests in movement, yoga, performing arts, dance and functional movement disciplines, that have a mission to make movement diverse, inclusive or accessible to others. Listen and subscribe to the Balance Movers and Shakers Podcast a ...
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Tantra, Tantric Sex, Kama Sutra... Many people believe you can get closer to God through a practice of sacred sensuality by raising your erotic energy. Learn lovemaking positions so you and your lover can connect with higher powers and create deeper intimacy through spiritual teachings, breathing and meditative exercises that expand both mind and body. It's not sex therapy yet sacred sexuality and lovemaking techniques can be used for erotic issues such as anorgasmia, premature ejaculation, ...
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Sarah Kerr is a Transformational Life Coach and trained with Animas School of Coaching gaining an ICF accredited qualification in Transformational Life Coaching. She is also an approved Relaxation Meditation and Mindfulness Instructor, Mindful Resilience & Wellbeing Coach, and Group Facilitator. She is enthusiastic about sharing the importance of emotional resilience, living your life on your terms, and energy work, and she inspires others with her personal journey from depression to magical ...
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"Blossom-ing U" podcast is a podcast dedicated to new female entrepreneurs in their 20s & 30s. I am your host, Mimi N Jain, your new business BFF, and personal cheerleader. I have made it my personal mission to help extraordinary women (like you) unlock their potential so they can build a wildly successful business and personal brand online. I believe EVERYONE has a message to share, and I love getting my brain on to help YOU find creative and unique ways to share yours. "Blossom-ing U" podc ...
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Health: It's Personal

Phronesis Health Initiative

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The Phronesis Health Initiative team brings you Health: It’s Personal, conversations about all matters of health. Educators Sean Tingle and Kate Shively join forces with journalist McKenna Uhde to spread knowledge and help listeners know they’re not alone. With the help of experts, parents, adolescents and young adults, they get answers to the big questions: What are the cultural stigmas that deem mental health taboo or why don’t we talk about sex? Through true stories and honest discussions ...
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"You're not stuck unless you stop", paraphrased from Pastor Steven Furtick. Many of us mistake discomfort and change as being stuck, when really we are on the other side of a new beginning. Another nourishing and encouraging love note from Lauren as she shares her personal stories around loss, public endings and confronting naysayers. If you feel l…
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When your sister, whom you love, fabricates a pregnancy with twins, it’s alarming. But when you eventually come to discover that your sister is the culprit of Munchausen by Proxy, life as you know it will never be the same. Today, Andrea Dunlop, a novelist and podcaster of the successful podcast, “Nobody Should Believe Me” joins us to share her per…
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Join us for an intimate conversation with three of Lauren's clients from the Spring 2024 cohort of Roots To Fruits Creative Incubator. Hear it directly from them what it was like to be in a group program, to be held accountable towards their goals as well as confronting their fears and limiting beliefs that were getting in the way of them executing…
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Today, Diamond King shares her poignant journey of being ensnared by a meditation cult known as MAUM Meditation. Promising enlightenment, the group diverted her from personal goals and desires, ultimately causing her to completely disassociate from reality. Through the unwavering support of a loved one and diligent personal research, Diamond uncove…
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**NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2022** CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses sexual assault. Arianna was a recent college graduate with dreams of one day opening her own marketing company. So when a LinkedIn opportunity for a social media marketing assistant fell into her lap, it felt too good to be true. Soon, she would be brushing should…
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"You'll never feel ready, so why not start where you are?" Phew! Lauren shares her personal journey in creating various projects and how her "do it messy", "do it afraid" approach has led her to creating high-quality work across multiple mediums. Tune in for tangible next steps on taking action on your passions along with the real and vulnerable be…
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After finding her passion in Bikram Yoga while in her 20s, Jennifer Boeder aspires to become a Bikram teacher and plops down $5000 to sign up for the two-month teacher training. But after only a few days of being trapped in a smelly, windowless warehouse and getting yelled at by sycophantic trainers, she starts to see the truth. Turns out the "grea…
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Episode 86 - Bonus Episode How do you take care of yourself when the going gets tough? Have you cultivated a practice of hope to keep you focused on what matters? Tune into this quick bonus episode if you're feeling all the feels and feeling the weight of the world and every day stressors. You're not alone and we want to remind you how to take good…
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A couple weeks ago we published an episode featuring Ashleigh Teeter, who was ostracized from her family because of her cult leader father. Today we feature her youngest brother's story of growing up in that house long after Ashleigh was gone. 14 years her junior, Mattie was just a young boy when her sister was deemed demonic by his father. And for…
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As visionaries, creatives, leaders... we HAVE to increase our capacity to experience uncomfortable emotions. This lifetime requires us to show up, be vulnerable and do hard things, but most of us are quick to suppress, avoid or rush through hard and difficult feelings. When we don't allow ourselves to feel things FULLY, we don't increase our capaci…
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**NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2022** She's a hustler, baby. And she just wants you to know. Roberta Blevins was taught to be a self-starter. Inspired by her self-made father, she knew that if you put your mind to it, anything can happen. And it's true. Anything can happen. But that's the problem with anything. Anything sometimes includes M…
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Today's episode dives into the extraordinary story of Ashleigh Teeter, who grew up in the World Wide Church of God... a cult in its own right. But when the church splits due to a new leader’s ideas, Ashleigh’s world gets turned upside down. She witnesses her own father become a cult leader, and then get ostracized from her nuclear family for almost…
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Your desire for validation, is normal and common. But what happens when our craving for validation keeps us stuck, repeating patterns and misaligned? In today's episode we explore how we associate validation with acceptance and how to get us out of the loop of needing to lean on external validation for confidence and decision making. Trust us, you …
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WARNING: This episode discuss sexual assault. A girl with a dream, Amanda was recruited from high school into what she thought would be the path to fulfilling that dream. But a superior's abuse of power forced her life in a different direction. This is a powerful and important story shared from an often underrepresented perspective: a woman in the …
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Welcome to PART 2 of Jessica Hopper’s journey into and out of a pole dancing cult. This episode takes us to the peak of the cult, including protégés, unpaid labor, surreal bookclubs, emotional breakdowns, and coercion retreats. The leader, Sheila, is quite “pole"-arizing, to say the least. Jessica’s breaking point, comes at an unexpected but import…
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Passion burnout? You mean I can burn out from doing what I love? Yes, absolutely. And the wild thing is, it's harder to notice when we've reached burnout since work gets blurred with fun/passion/joy. Tune into this real and practical episode where Lauren share's her own journey on how she's navigated her multi-passionate, creative and entrepreneuri…
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Meet the very funny and very bold Jessica Hopper, as she dives into her bizarre and unexpected journey into a pole dancing cult. Yes, a pole dancing cult at a studio called S-Factor in Los Angeles, CA. What began as a fun pole dancing class turned into an intense, all-consuming experience. Jessica shares her story of quitting her job, enduring rigo…
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WARNING: This episode contains graphic discussions of abuse and self-harm. Raised by a single mother in the Muslim community, Samir Ahmed was sent to a Tablighi Jamaat-focused madrasa at age 11, a religious boarding school for boys under 15. With good intentions and pressure from the community, his mother hoped this would keep her son away from dru…
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Ep. 82 - "Thanks for always saying YES!" "I can always count on you!" Have folks said this to you multiple times? Honey, you might be a people pleaser, but no judgment here, ok? You're not alone. Welcome to being a human in a society that rewards being overextended and overcommitted. In a world where we place so much weight on our ability to show u…
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Today we pay homage to Memorial Day by uncovering the bizarre and captivating tale of the John Frum Movement. Yes, that’s ‘from’ with a ‘u’, homies. We dive into the South Pacific volcanic island of Tanna, where WWII soldiers inspired a cult devoted to a mystical American GI promising endless cargo. Yup, infinite Spam. Think of it as Amazon Prime m…
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Join us in this eye-opening episode as we delve into the hidden dangers lurking in our products, food, and homes. From harmful chemicals in cleaning supplies to toxins leaching from plastic containers, we uncover the pervasive presence of harmful substances in our daily lives. Expert guests shed light on the health risks associated with these toxin…
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SHOWNOTES: "A ballet cult?” We asked the same thing. But today’s brave guest, Summer Smith, shares what happens when the world of pliés and pirouettes meets dogmatic devotion. Raised in a strict religious family and molded by the intense world of competitive ballet, Summer's journey takes a surprising twist when she joins Ballet 58, a seemingly inn…
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Meet Rachael Reign, a tenacious activist battling to dismantle a billionaire megachurch cult. The cult that once owned her life. From her innocent introduction to the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God (UCKG) in South London as a 13-year-old girl, to devastating financial coercion and insidious practices, including exorcisms and grooming to bec…
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Our youngest guest to-date, Aliya Kasabian recounts her chilling involuntary initiation into the Boise Girls Academy, an institution that masquerades as a haven for troubled teens. From controlling communication with families to enforced silence and the denial of basic necessities like tampons, Aliya’s story exposes the depths of manipulation and c…
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Find out WHY I am recommending Earthing to nearly everyone I talk to! If you've been wondering what Earthing and Grounding are, I've got some answers for you. I recently came across the book "Earthing: The most important health discovery ever!" by Clinton Ober and it significantly cleared things up for me. Here we talk about what the differences ar…
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**NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2023** **NEW EP DROP NEXT WEEK MONDAY MAY 6TH** Imagine having to ask a group of eco-farmers for permission to have sex. And when granted permission, your options of consummation include… the back of a van or the loft of a goat barn. Well that's what happened when Helen Zuman, a spelling bee whiz looking to ex…
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Ever heard of a Scientology-laced organization for spiritual growth? Neither had we, until we sat down with Kim Peirano. Today, Kim recounts her bizarre experience with the Foundation for Spiritual Development (FSD). From hypnotic meditations to chilling encounters with supposed extraterrestrial beings, Kim's account unveils the disturbing truth be…
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Why are we afraid to go ALL IN on our dreams? What's the thing holding us back from going after what we really want? Even if you're pursuing your dreams, we invite you to still take a listen! A juicy episode that addresses the fear of being seen, the fear of being seen pivoting, the lack of self-trust and SO much more. We get it, pursuing your drea…
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Today is the final part of your fearless co-host, Tyler Measom's, story of being raised a Mormon, and finding the strength to finally say goodbye to the underwear. Now an acclaimed filmmaker and podcaster, much of Tyler’s work is inspired by the shadows of his past. He would go on and on, but Liz is telling him to wrap it up. So, enjoy the episode.…
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Tyler Measom, your fearless co-host, stopped by the studio in his magic underwear to chat with Liz about his cultic upbringing as a good (clean) Mormon Boy in Pleasant Grove, Utah. It’s everything you could hope for and less… or more… more or less. LINKSFollow Tyler: @tylermeasomFollow us: Instagram @wasiinacultWant Tyler’s Magic Underwear? Support…
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WE NEED YOUR INPUT!! We’re launching a new membership on Patreon and want to know… If you were to support this membership, what content do YOU crave more of? Please head to THIS LINK and GIVE US YOUR THOUGHTS!: https://forms.gle/9M8TSjfBvpNHKbxD6 TODAY’S EPISODE:A former Moonie, Dr. Hassan has spent the last 45 years helping thousands break free fr…
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Unlock the sacred power of mantras and elevate your spiritual practice with the wisdom of Nandiji Yogi Visionary. In our thought-provoking conversation, this enlightened spiritual teacher reveals the nine profound insights into the transformative power of mantras. Nandiji, with his deep connection to the ancient vibrations of Indian spirituality, g…
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Pull out your notebook and pen - this is an interactive episode where Lauren leads you through 6 prompts to help you gain clarity on your multiple passions/gifts. This is the final part of the 3-part series. Lauren shares how she balances her multi-faceted practices while honoring her body and capacity. Everything from aligning our values to our cr…
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Christina takes us on a harrowing journey trapped in a cult led by (none other than) her husband, who claimed to be the reincarnation of Christ. Of course when they first met, he was a rebel who stole cars and did drugs, but we digress. From manipulation to isolation and justified adultery through 'God’s will,' Christina's story is a rollercoaster …
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108 One Minute Siddha Wisdom: Mastery of Consciousness Life empowerments to master circumstances, body & mind. Discover the ancient secrets to unlocking your spiritual potential and finding inner peace as we guide you on a transformative journey of self-discovery. Embark on an exploration of divine wisdom, where the sacred teachings of Siddha and t…
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Part 2 of the 3-part series "Roots To Fruits" | In this second episode, we explore REIMAGINING CREATIVE SUCCESS - asking ourselves the hard questions including what story has been running our life and what unfulfilled dream needs our forgiveness and tenderness? This episode goes deep and invites you to expand your world of possibility and return to…
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In the electrifying world of rock ’n roll, Canadian Tal Bachman, son of legendary Randy Bachman from Bachman Turner Overdrive, seemed destined for stardom. Yet, his path was anything but straightforward. For Tal, it was a constant dance between the chords of fame and the doctrines of his devout Mormon upbringing. And as the spotlight beckoned, Tal …
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This is a 3-part series for the podcast! This first episode is about reclaiming your creative dreams! What dream/desire has been left on the back burner due to "life", "adulting" or "responsibilities?" How are you living your purpose in your day-to-day life? This is a juicy and intimate look at how to reclaim your creative dreams, the very desires …
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Jason Christian was born into Gloriavale — a self-proclaimed utopic Christian community of more than 500 people on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. His grandfather, Hopeful Christian, was the leader. Shut out from the outside world and forced to work on the farm at the age of six, Jason was primed to live a life without actual freedom,…
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Embark with us on a profound journey of self-discovery and spiritual enlightenment as we merge the mysticism of Mahasivaratri with the guiding light of Guru Ayya Narayana. My own pilgrimage to Arunachala, fraught with karmic battles and the pursuit of inner peace, serves as the backdrop to our enlightening conversation. We uncover the layers of sac…
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This is Part 2 of Sara Tasneem’s heroic story. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. This episode reveals Sara’s immense strength, her re-brith, her new found freedom. But after years of imprisionment, the real world isn’t always an easy road… especially when you have mouths to feed.Thank you Sara. You’re an inspiration. Want to he…
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March 2 Mahasivratri Kirtan : Celebrating Eight Forms of Lord Siva Alighting our inner Lamp: Lord Ganapathy Awaken the Root Chakra Mantra: AUM REEN ANG UNG GANAPATHY YE NAMAH AUM Arising the sushumna nadi, spine upright, Being the Cosmic Child Lord Muruga Aadigurunathar Mantra: AUM ARAKARA ARAKARA SUBRAMANIUM Mantra of Lord Siva, Pillar of Light SI…
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In this episode we talk about minimalism and decluttering our home, the impacts it can have on our life and how to get started. I talk about where I've struggled, what I've tried and my mindset through the process. It can be as simple as starting small and be patient and kind with yourself, you know what's best. Time Stamps 14:40 - Defining minimal…
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The buzzword you hear all the time is ALIGNMENT. Tune into this powerful episode where Lauren drops all the gems and reality of not being in alignment and how to live an aligned life. This episode will address: What is it and why is it so important? How do you know when you’re not in alignment, and why you’re not in alignment The cost of not being …
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Sara Tasneem's journey began in Boulder, Colorado, where she was born into the Islamic faith. However, at the age of five, her parents divorced, causing her faith to split as well. Her mother distanced herself from the religion, while her father delved deeper, immersing himself in a Sufi group that would soon dominate Sara's existence.Then, at the …
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Emily Lynn Paulson was a busy, ass-kicking mom to five children when she realized something was missing. Wanting to find a way to enter the workforce again, she met up with an old friend one night who introduced her to some products. Products her friend was selling. Products that Emily could sell too. She could work her own hours, be her own boss, …
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Have you ever encountered a moment that reshaped your entire perspective on life? Our latest episode features a guest whose journey echoes such a transformative experience. From non-spiritual roots to a profound awakening, he shares how a pilgrimage and a personal crisis opened the path to becoming a dedicated yogi. His story is a testament to the …
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Sometimes you're being told to wait, to pause, and not make a move, which can be so hard when you're used to going, going, going! Can you relate? In this episode, we unpack how to detach our identity from our roles and many hats and find safety during our season of uncertainty. A love note to those of us who need the reminder not to give up, and to…
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After many years of deliberation, back and forth and dipping our toes in, we finally pulled the trigger and decided to spend the winter in Mexico's Mayan Riviera! This episode is all about WHY we decided to, our preparation and how it's been going... SPOILER alert it's been amazing and challenging and great and hard but fun ... :D 01:48 - Why we de…
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Ever wonder why that little voice in your head seems to question your every achievement? You're not alone! Join Lauren as she embraces the imposter within, sharing her personal encounters with this uninvited guest and revealing how it's not the enemy but a hidden ally in our personal and professional development. Instead of waging war against the f…
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