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Have you ever wondered: “How do I actually overcome self-doubt in my business?” “What does it really take to become financially sovereign?” “When is the right time for me to get back out there in dating?” Desirée Pais is founder and CEO of Benshen.co. Her own questions about well-being and a desire to know herself more fully inspired her to leave her career in fashion and media to pursue a decade-long training in health, science, yoga, meditation, acupuncture, and spirituality from some of t ...
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The Series Book to Help You Understand 'Humanity' and 'Self' on a Deeper Level... Humans have always been curious, exploring the universe and its mysteries. But, an essential question arises: What should be the first subject of our study? It seems imperative that understanding humanity should be our priority. After all, knowing others and ourselves is foundational before venturing into the unknown realms of the universe. This series of books delves into the essence of humanity: "Arn'-Gone'-C ...
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Aquarius Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon in Aquarius on October 17th. This Moon is known as the Hunter’s Moon. With Aries being the first sign in…
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Pisces Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon in Libra on October 2nd. In addition to the New Moon we have a Solar Eclipse in Libra, which will be the la…
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Pisces Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon in Pisces on September 17th. When there is a Moon in Pisces it can be a time that is emotionally tumultuou…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Thomas M. Jones, a psychotherapist, author, musician, and founder of an innovative technique, The Paradox Process. The Paradox Process employs negative thoughts in order to produce a perception polarization - essentially how to change your life by learning to direct your mind. Back for a second time, Thomas and I spec…
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The Future of Humanity - When Machines Surpass In a world where the lines between human intellect and artificial intelligence are rapidly blurring, we are faced with a critical question: What happens when machines surpass us? Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we delve into the unprecedented shift in human history where AI not only compet…
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Virgo Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on September 2nd. Virgo is the sign ruled by Mercury, which lines up perfectly with us having just ended Merc…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Jenna Perry, celebrity hair colorist and founder of the Jenna Perry Hair Studio, in Manhattan’s SoHo. With a pervasive vision and devoted, rapid-growing following, Jenna Perry is cementing her status as one of the most influential and sought-after hair colorists in the world. A consummate authority on effortless, natu…
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Are you ready to embark on a journey of profound self-discovery and transformation? In this episode of Truth from New Thought: Real Personal Transformation, we delve deep into The Ekarach Unyanee Knowledge Mapping – a conceptual guide designed to help you navigate the complex ideas and interconnected themes across my body of work. 🌌 What You'll Dis…
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Aquarius Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon on August 19th. As this moon is on the cusp of Pisces, we have two big energies at play. Aquarius energy…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Max Pollack, native New Yorker, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at MATTE. MATTE Projects is a creative company from New York at the convergence of entertainment and advertising. MATTE builds holistic platforms for brands, artists, and institutions across content, digital, and experiential domains, while also developin…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Jodie Williams, a three-time British Olympian, coffee lover and founder of Listen Journal: a space to be heard. She is a passionate advocate for women and girls rights, particularly surrounding menstrual equity, access to education and empowerment through sports. In this conversation, we discuss Jodie’s life-long drea…
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Cancer Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on August 4th. This lunar cycle is in the sign of Leo, which rules our performance and the desire to be seen…
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In this episode, we have a Second Full Moon in Capricorn Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon on July 21st . This is the second Full Moon in Capricorn, the first being on June 21st. Capricor…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Lauren Singer, environmental activist, investor, entrepreneur, and founder of Trash is for Tossers. Lauren created and founded Trash is For Tossers, a resource for reducing your waste daily, Zero Waste inspiration, environmental education, and everyday actions that create a positive impact in 2014. Starting as a perso…
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Cancer Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on July 5th. Cancer is an emotional, nurturing sign ruled by the Moon and this tarot spread reflects the opp…
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In this episode, I'm joined by renowned Human Design expert, Erin Claire Jones. Erin uses Human Design to help thousands of individuals and companies step into their work and their lives as their truest selves and to their highest potential. Her work as a guide, coach, and speaker has attracted a growing community of over 240,000 people who turn to…
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Capricorn Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon on June 21st as we welcome in Cancer Season. She speaks about the choices that we’re making. Can we cho…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Neada Deters. A former beauty editor, Neada is the founder and lead formulator of LESSE, a line of 100% natural skin care made to transform the way you think and feel about beauty. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Neada moved to New York in 2012 to pursue a career in media. As editorial director of DORÉ, she led bea…
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Gemini Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on June 6th. She speaks about focusing on our desires for growth with a sense of curiosity. Gemini invites u…
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In this episode, I’m joined by MJ Renshaw, the founder of The Being Method, a course on the science of spirituality. She believes healing can be fun, love is a superpower, and the power of being in the present moment. We discuss how MJ left her career of being an Osteopath to chase after her dreams. Following the principles in The Being Method help…
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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Sagittarius Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon on May 23rd. She speaks about the culmination of these last few months leading up to this expansive l…
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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Taurus Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising. Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on May 7th. She speaks about being in the post Mercury Retrograde phase, coming out of the fiery Aries seaso…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Rose Theodora, sought-after teacher, advisor, and in-demand astrological counselor. Rose’s innovative approach to astrology draws from her degrees in neuroscience & art history from UCLA and training in: Semiotics (deeper symbolism and meaning in life) NLP Healing (grounding & word use, reprogramming) Color therapy Me…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Krissy Jones, founder and teacher of SKY TING, a community-driven yoga and wellness center in New York City, as well as an online platform, SKY TING TV. With a mission to share inclusive, fun, and accessible wellness techniques with her growing community around the world, Krissy has cultivated a unique teaching style …
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In this episode, I’m joined by Chelsea Leyland, a London-born DJ, cannabis and epilepsy activist, and co-founder of Looni, a menstrual health and wellness company on a mission to elevate the menstrual cycle and democratize body literacy. Chelsea and I discuss how her experience of chronic illnesses and the pursuit of healing have deeply shaped her …
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In this episode, I’m joined by Paola Atlason, a Wholistic Nourishment Teacher cultivating body-trust. She helps women restore balance in their lives, and release physical, energetic, and emotional weight. Paola and I talk about the joy of holistic nourishment and reconnecting with the desires of our bodies on a day-to-day basis. Paola’s wisdom of s…
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In this episode, I am joined by Joanna Pitt, a brilliant astrologer and a dear friend of mine. I fell in love with astrology because it genuinely helps us comprehend the shifts we feel throughout our lives and clarifies how we can contribute to our community on a greater level. Today, our conversation focuses on the major astrological transition of…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Frances Shoemack, a former winemaker and founder of Abel, an all-natural fragrance company that’s equal parts ethical and luxurious. Frances and I discuss how following a curiosity led to her soul’s calling and the beauty of following multiple paths and interests. Frances shares a “lobster shell” analogy about emergin…
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I’m recording solo today! In this episode, I share two mindset affirmations with you: 1. A story about the number 5, in celebration of Benshen’s fifth year of business, and 2. A reframe to help build self-worth, self-esteem, and self-confidence when things aren’t going your way. What’s meant for you will never pass you by. I share advice I received…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Dianna Cohen, who shares how her curiosity for people and consumer behavior inspired her career trajectory as the founder and CEO of the haircare brand, Crown Affair. Dianna talks about the beautiful outcome of intentional pace and timing as an entrepreneur and shares the spiritual and cyclical nature of hair. Plus, w…
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In this episode, I’m excited to be joined by my friend, TyLynn Nguyen, someone who wears all the hats — literally and figuratively. She’s a powerful entrepreneur and inspiring creative, working in the high luxury space for beauty and fashion brands, and is also a mom of three. TyLynn and I chat about channeling the “athlete’s mind” and how she bala…
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In this episode, I’m excited to be joined by Kirsten Weis, a former makeup artist who used her natural roots and her knowledge of beauty to pursue uncharted territory in the beauty industry. In 2010, she created Kjaer Weis, a luxury sustainable beauty brand offering refillable packaging and natural ingredients. Kirsten and I chat about her childhoo…
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In this episode, I’m joined by a dear friend, my guest, Cassandra Rose Sinclair — a Los Angeles native and the Creative Director and Founder of Palo Studios, a creative studio rooted in sustainability, simplicity, community, and well-being. Cassie and I chat about putting into your business as its own entity, building a business around community, a…
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In this episode, I’m excited to be joined by my friend and inspiration, Aba Gyepi-Garbrah, a certified Aromatherapist, a holistic skincare formulator, and the beauty and brains behind Aba Love Apothecary. The love of plant medicine led Aba to a discovery of exotic flowers, precious oils, sacred wood and resins that were rich in telling the stories …
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In this episode, I’m joined by a constant source of inspiration, Carrie Barber, one of the biggest names in beauty, and the owner and creative director of MAKE Beauty. Carrie shares her story as a multihyphenate entering the beauty industry, the importance of feeling all of your emotions, and how she defines success in a social media-driven world. …
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In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Liz Tran, founder of Reset, who shares her inspirational journey about becoming a master at failure and how appreciating all aspects of yourself are essential for finding your definition of success. We also talk about the intention of resilience and learning what makes you happy in all areas of your lif…
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In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and inspiration, Jesse Israel — meditation leader, keynote speaker and leadership coach known for founding the mass meditation movement, The Big Quiet. Jesse shares challenging moments from his life that informed his transition from the music to meditation industry, and how an intuitive pull to create a shar…
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In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and forever inspiration, Rachel Saunders — ceramicist, business owner, and community builder — who shares her journey about coming into an interestingly new (and slightly scary!) era. Rachel is focused on creating, sharing her work while simultaneously surrendering to the evolution of both her identity and c…
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In this episode, I’m joined by longtime mentor Thomas M. Jones — psychotherapist, author, musician, and founder of an innovative technique, The Paradox Process, which employs negative thoughts in order to produce a perception polarization. (Essentially, how to change your life by learning to direct your mind). Thomas has been highly successful in h…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Bonnie Wright - actress, filmmaker, environmental activist, and author of Go Gently: Actionable Steps to Nurture Yourself and the Planet - who shares how to address climate change in an approachable, conscious way and highlights what gives her hope for the future of our planet. When it comes to climate change, It’s ea…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Barron Hansen, Vedic Meditation Initiator and co-founder of CONVICTS creative studio. In our conversation, Barron describes the inspiration behind his documentary “Be Here Nowra,” which follows his journey of implementing a community happiness project in his hometown of Nowra, New South Wales. Barron originally starte…
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Isa Garcia is an online business expert who’s helped thousands of people navigate the different branches of entrepreneurship, including money mindset, sales and leadership. Isa joins me on this episode to give a peek into how she’s created such a beautiful life by following her intuition and taking bold action towards her goals. Isa shares her immi…
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How do we stop ourselves from going down a spiral? Over the years, I have picked up three tips that have helped me to either pull myself out of that space, or at the very least, not go as far down as I previously would have without these tools. Of course, it's misleading to think that when we do the work, that we will never be triggered, or have a …
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What do we do when we start to get more opportunities and more prosperity? How do we manage all of it? In this episode I dive into all the layers of time management when more starts to come into our lives. I don't know if you're anything like me, but time management has been something that I’ve had to consistently work on. We're living in a period …
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I get asked a lot about whether or not sex on the first date is a go. It's a fun topic but I also know so many people’s heads spin around trying to find the right answer. In today’s episode, we dive into a question that leaves many of us on the edge of our seat… Here’s the thing: everyone has a different opinion about it. There seem to be rules whe…
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In the past, I had a lot of self-sabotage behaviors that I was engaging with. They were throwing me off track and troubling me in many different ways. It's not one magic trick, but I discovered methods to stop self-sabotage in its tracks, which I share in this episode. We all have our unique way in which we sabotage. And oftentimes, even more curio…
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I used to be one of the most insecure people you would ever meet, but I found my way to be truly confident. In today’s episode, I’m sharing exactly how I did it. Confidence is built through self-trust and actually doing what we say we would do. It might seem simple, but if you can’t keep a promise to yourself, how can you expect to grow and step in…
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We’re starting with one of my favorite questions today: how to overcome the fear of being seen. If we unravel this fear, it transforms into the fear of rejection. One way of moving through this is by repeating affirmations to strip away the care and concern of what others may think. The second strategy is to continue putting yourself out there agai…
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Welcome to Benshen Talks S.H.I.T., a podcast about stepping into your power in your career, money, and love life. Benshen talks S.H.I.T. stands for So Honestly Into This, That, or Them. We’ll explore hard-hitting questions about life and relationships and host some of the most inspirational people I’ve ever met to help guide you further on your lif…
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Have you ever wondered: How do I actually overcome self-doubt in your business? What does it really take to become financial sovereignty? When is the right time for me to get back out there in dating? Desirée Pais is the founder and CEO of Benshen.co. Her questions about well-being and a desire to know herself more fully inspired her to leave her c…
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