In this insightful episode, host Karen Pawley interviews Sarah Rusbatch, a distinguished coach specializing in navigating Grey Area Drinking, particularly among women. Sarah, author of the bestselling book "Beyond Booze," shares her personal journey from regular and consistent alcohol consumption to embracing sobriety, illustrating the transformati…

Host Karen Pawley warmly invites us into a heartfelt dialogue with guest Shelagh Lenon, affectionately known as the resident fairy godmother and a mentor in the Daring to Rest Yoga Nidra Facilitators Program. Shelagh shares her personal journey from battling cancer and the transformative power of rest and self-care that led her to embrace a life fu…

Rosy Crescitelli shares her journey and insights on overcoming inadequacy, exploring Human Design, and embracing wholeheartedness. Growing up in a rigid, conservative Christian environment, Rosy faced struggles with shame and not feeling enough. Her life transformed through encounters with Human Design, where she discovered she was a 'Projector', a…

Host Karen Pawley engages in a heartfelt and insightful conversation with her long-term friend Christine, exploring themes of personal growth, self-acceptance, and the transformative power of facing life’s challenges with grace and resilience. Christine shares her journey of becoming her own best friend, learning to listen to her inner voice, and e…

In this episode host Karen Pawley engages in a deeply moving conversation with guest Stefanie Joseph on the intricate dance of emotions around shame, grief, and acceptance. Stefanie, a life and business coach with a focus on intuitive and somatic practices, shares her transformative journey through personal losses, including the profound impact of …

In this episode of the Free To Be Me podcast, guest, Jessica Gold, embodies the essence of being free from self-imposed limitations, negative thought patterns, and societal expectations to live authentically. Jessica shares her journey of gender transition at the age of 40, detailing the challenges and the deep-seated realization that transitioning…

In this episode of the "Free To Be Me" podcast, guest Karen Eldar shares her journey in finding calm amid chaos through various practices such as Yoga Nidra and her unique backgrounds in Chinese medicine, spiritual psychology, and a profound love for understanding consciousness through patterns and archetypes. The conversation delves into Karen's t…

In this podcast, we listen to Karen in conversation with Tamara MacPherson, who shares her life experiences, emphasizing the significance of growth, change, and acceptance. Tamara opens up about her journey from growing up in an abusive household to making choices out of fear, leading her through three marriages and to a point of self-discovery and…

Guest, Jessie Carr shares her journey of transformation, emphasizing the significance of pause and mindfulness in navigating life's changes. Initially driven by external achievements and the corporate grind at Google, Jessie experienced a profound shift when she decided to leave her job and travel the world without a concrete plan. This decision wa…

In this episode of the podcast, Uma Girish shares her deeply moving journey through grief, transformation, and her path to finding purpose and meaning in life. Having moved from southern India to the United States in 2008, Uma's life took an unexpected turn when her mother was diagnosed with, and soon passed away from stage 4 breast cancer. This lo…

In this episode I dive into the nuances of bravery versus courage with guest Robyn Cohen, a yoga instructor from Metta Yoga in Marin. We discuss how bravery is about acting in the moment, while courage involves facing fears with conscious decision-making. I share a reading from Brené Brown's book "Rising Strong," emphasizing the transformative powe…

In this in-depth, heartfelt episode, Sonja McKaiser, a vibrant Cape Town-based life coach passionate about empowering women over 40 to redefine midlife as a groundbreaking, revolutionary phase, joins me for an enlightening conversation. Delving into topics of radical self-love, emotional expression, and societal pressures, Sonja shares her journey …

This week's Free to Be Me podcast episode features Zoe Kanat, a certified meditation teacher and yoga nidra guide. We discuss the importance of women becoming the creative leaders of their lives by acknowledging their feelings and being present in their bodies.Through personal anecdotes and discussions the episode encourages listeners to embrace re…

In this podcast, Abigail shares her journey of embracing change, exploring creativity, and navigating life's transitions. Initially focused on her photographic business, she highlighted the importance of letting go and being open to new experiences. The move to the United States, where she couldn't work due to visa restrictions, propelled her into …

In the episode of the Free To Be Me podcast, Karen shares an engaging and heartfelt conversation with her long-time friend Karen Lowe. They delve into a range of topics from embracing life's journey, reflections on personal growth, to the significance of rest and dreaming big. Karen speaks candidly about her experiences with friendship, the pressur…

This episode of the podcast features a deep and insightful conversation between the host, Karen, and Dr. Sharon Hoffman, focusing on the journey of personal growth, self-discovery, and authentic living. Dr. Hoffman shares her journey from being highly curious and questioning the world around her, through her academic pursuits in psychology and cons…

In this episode of the Free to be Me Podcast, I invite Kara Okane to discuss the intertwining of various life aspects such as psychological health and self-realization through a balance of action and reflection. Kara, a mom and wife living in LA, has worn many hats over the years such as a marriage and family therapist, a yoga instructor and a retr…

In the inaugural episode of the Free to be Me Podcast, I, Karen Pawley introduce the essence of the show and my vision for sharing women's stories. As a South African born holistic health and wellness coach now residing in the Bay Area of California, I aim to explore the multifaceted life experiences of women, embracing both their struggles and the…