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Fearless Self-LoveTogetherness is Coming BackSteph Plant and I chat about grief, collective and individual healing, the power of song, and our call for a ceasefire in Gaza. Listen in for deep wisdom from this musician and Montessori teacher as she reminds of our our true nature and our capacity to live full and beautiful lives. (Photo of Steph by Marie Esara) Links mentioned in the show: Groundedhere.com Jamiewymanband.com Michellecassandrajohnson.com Scott Blossom: doctorblossom.com Native_land.ca Rebekah Dawn https://www.instagram.com/mulberrymudd/ and https://www.f...
2023-11-131h 05
Fearless Self-LoveSelf-Love Manifestation MiracleDiana Kirshner has spent a lifetime helping others find love within themselves and with others. Today Diana and I talk about how positive affirmations can change lives by changing our thinking. We also discuss how to free negative thoughts and rewire our brains. Lastly, Diana leads me through the steps of the “5 Minute Manifestation Miracle.” She is a joyful and vibrant guest who believes the sky’s the limit. Join me. How to create a positive affirmation How to free negative thoughts How to create a positive and fulfilling life Links Mentioned...
2020-02-2145 min
Fearless Self-LoveLove Yourself through Imposter Syndrome with Emee EstacioAre you a workaholic? Do you find your worth in what you do and hope that it will validate who you are? Psychologist Emee Estacio joins me to share her personal battle with imposter syndrome, how she found her way to asking for help and how she works with others to overcome it, too. She offers tools for imposter syndrome management and insight into how to reframe comparison so it doesn’t steal our joy. How to know whether or not you have imposter syndrome How to bounce back when imposter syndrome comes up When to offer your in...
2019-10-2046 min
Fearless Self-LoveLove Who You Are, and Are Not with Jillie JohnstonCircumstances ebb and flow in our lives with times of success and love, to times of failure and doubt. Jillie Johnston’s view is that no matter the circumstances, we can feel value and joy and learn to love ourselves just the way we are right now in this moment. On this episode, Jillie and I discuss self love and worthiness. Join me in this inspiring and vibrant discussion of navigating self love through this human experience we call life. How to love yourself just as you are right now. How to sit in the hard tim...
2019-10-0355 min
Fearless Self-LoveReclaim Your Pleasure with Salona CarlisleShame, trauma, fear, pain and dissociation are all words that many women associate with sexuality and body shaming. Salona Carlisle is on a mission to help women find pleasure and sensuality and come back home to their bodies. In this episode Salona and I openly discuss how being sensual in the everyday helps us heal and bring wholeness back into our lives. Join me in this interesting and informative episode. How to power down our nervous system to be home in our body. How to claim our freedom of expression and wholeness. How to invite more pl...
2019-09-1354 min
Fearless Self-LoveOn Finding Self-LoveLike many women, Cammie has struggled with feelings of not being enough and feeling unworthy. Growing up in a Christian, she thought that loving God meant that she had to act, look, and be a certain way. This belief led her to look outward for acceptance and love until one day she “hit her head against the wall” and realized that love comes from within. Cammie discusses her journey to find love and unlearn the beliefs of who she thought God was and who she thought she should be. Join me as we discuss her journey to self-love. Wo...
2019-09-0258 min
Fearless Self-LoveLet Your Loveseed Change The World with Kathleen HanaganKathleen Hanagan is a spiritual activist. She believes that being able to hold space for our own feelings as well as for the beliefs and opinions of others -- without attaching ourselves to them -- creates healthy connections. Her compassion, humor, and candor help people discover deeper meaning in their own challenges. She shows us that courage and compassion can transform our lives, which then changes the world. In this episode, Kathleen and I have a thoughtful, poignant discussion about change, connections and the challenge of moving toward self love. In this episode: How to...
2019-08-061h 04
Fearless Self-LoveEmbody Within, Engage Without with Harris MontanyeSocial situations have always been a challenge for Harris Montanye. After years of practicing classic yoga and meditation, he realized this practice was creating a shell that kept him from engaging with others. That realization has thrown Harris on a path of self discovery and authenticity. A path where “interaction and community, now feel like the healthiest thing for me. It feels like I just ate a nourishing meal,” he says. Harris and I discuss his journey, his insights along the way and what is next in his life. Join me in a thoughtful and engaging discussion about engaging in yo...
2019-07-2147 minFearless Self-LoveEmbody Within, Engage Without with Harris MontanyeSocial situations have always been a challenge for Harris Montanye. After years of practicing classic yoga and meditation, he realized this practice was creating a shell that kept him from engaging with others. That realization has thrown Harris on a path of self discovery and authenticity. A path where "interaction and community, now feel like the healthiest thing for me. It feels like I just ate a nourishing meal," he says. Harris and I discuss his journey, his insights along the way and what is next in his life. Join me in a thoughtful and engaging discussion about engaging i...
2019-07-2147 min
Fearless Self-LoveKeep Going with Flor TorayaFlor Toraya is a traveler, photographer and psychologist. She, like many of us, has experienced significant loss. Her loss propelled her to travel, and along the way rebuild herself and change her story. Join me as Flor and I examine how we each can live change in our lives through feeling our fear, and asking for help. Is being who you are still serving you, or is it time for a change? Why change is not something you can learn, you have to live it. Why it is important to turn fear into courage Links Mentioned:
2019-06-2950 min
Fearless Self-LoveWill you be open to what comes without having to own the outcome? With Ned CooneyNed Cooney loves meetings, good meetings! Ned says that just as a river guide may not know a particular river or a particular group, the guide has been on a lot of rivers and knows what to do if the boat turns over. His job as a facilitator is to bring a group of people together and bring out the best thinking that leads the group to a better path. Listen and Ned and I discuss how his facilitation skills and his knowledge of music and its effects on the brain to bring out the best in people.
2019-06-111h 03
Fearless Self-LoveYour Dream Is Worth Pursuing with Katie ViscoKatie Visco pursues her passions with vibrancy and authenticity and every time she does, she finds her truth. She is a woman who is not afraid to face hard physical challenges. In those challenges she faces nothingness and exposes her truth. Her new adventure is preparing to run solo across the deserts of Australia. Join me as Katie and I discuss living your truth, defining yourself, and getting out of your own way. 3 Bullet Points How nothingness can bring beauty When you live in your own truth it helps others do the sam...
2019-04-2048 min
Fearless Self-LoveS3 E11: You can't Believe What You Can't See with Monica RiveraMonica Rivera is a woman who is not afraid to try new paths. She won’t hesitate to agree that life has its ups and downs and every part of it matters, has something to teach us, and also invites us to respond as our best selves. Listen in asMonica and I talk about making big decisions, being true to yourself and taking risks. Can’t get enough, check out Monica’s podcast: YOU WANNA DO WHAT?! How to ask yourself what you need, and answer that need, too! Why being intentional with your decision...
2019-04-061h 11
Fearless Self-LoveLet Change Move You Forward with Becky ShepherdBecky Shepherd reached out on Instagram after listening to, and loving this podcast. As a 22 year old the show helped her learn how to think about caring for herself rather than going through life as if it were an obstacle course. Join me as Becky and I explore how moving to a new place helps you redefine yourself and how anonymity allows you the freedom to be curious. How we can learn from others of any age How relocating can stimulate personal recreation How experiencing the difficult, helps us appreciate the beautiful ...
2019-03-281h 06
Fearless Self-LoveClear the Deck & Be You with Dana PulisIt’s a big day for the Fearless Self-Love Podcast, as Andrea Catherine welcomes Sara Hughes-Zabawa as her new co-host. As Andrea’s business partner in the Fearless Self-Love Retreats, Sara has been a guest on previous episodes but is thrilled to join as a co-host. Sara is licensed clinical social worker and yoga instructor. Sara and Andrea welcome Dana Pulis to today’s podcast. Dana is a big supporter of the Fearless Self Love Retreat, both as a previous participant and as marketing and communication consultant. Dana brings the hard-earned wisdom of her self-care hacks as a succ...
2019-02-251h 05
Fearless Self-LovePut Your Heart In the Room with Brea JohnsonBrea Johnson’s passion for connection and living her truth is contagious. Yoga teacher, travel lover, mother and business owner, Brea’s experiences have shown her that the “intersection between our work is that self-care is self-love.” Speaking with my guest this week gave me new found hope and inspiration for my own practice of Yoga and of simply (or not so simply) being human. Listen in to our conversation for insights on how to beat imposter syndrome -- that sense that you’re not qualified or enough -- as well as how to let both vulnerability and confidence be the co...
2019-02-0438 min
Fearless Self-LoveLove the Planet, Love Yourself with Lia RazLia Raz has reinvigorated my spirit! She brings to light the concept of eco-anxiety, its commonality and Her reminders about caring for ourselves through caring for the earth, serve as an affirmation and measure of accountability for some of my goals in 2019! As an Ayurvedic Health Counselor and current Horticulture student, Lia reminds us all of the connection between the nature within us and the nature all around us. We are the microcosm within the macrocosm. What we do impacts us all. After this interview, securing a composting system is at the top of my list for 2019! How...
2018-12-2446 min
Fearless Self-LoveHealing Your Love Identity with Dr. Diana KirschnerThis was a beautiful surprise of an interview with Dr. Diana Kirschner. Our conversation begins with Dr. Diana’s personal story of self-love. Reaching back to pains of childhood and launching into her relationship with her “Fairy Godmother,” Dr. Diana provides truth, courage and does anything but paint a fluffy, unrealistic picture of love. Her invitation to discover your Diamond Self-Name as a pathway to self-love, confidence and finding true love with another is a beautiful and heartfelt practice. Listen as she guides me through the practice and challenges me to step into my own radiance. With gratitude and excite...
2018-11-1150 min
Fearless Self-LoveLove Your Journey with Karinna of Inward to Ithaka How ebbing and flowing with giving and receiving is tied to well-being How to begin your journey of finding your passion and purpose How to listen to yourself as way toward healing Links Mentioned : Ithaka, poem by C.P. Cavafy https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/51296/ithaka-56d22eef917ec Fearless Self Love Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/groundedhere/ Show Highlights: 01:59 Easeful Living Practice, Ithaka poem 05:44 Interview with Karinna of Inward to Ithaka begins, meaning and purpose of he...
2018-09-1642 min
Fearless Self-LoveReiki,Ayurveda,Hay_House,Wayne_Dyer,Tim_Ferris,life_coachingLife Coach Angela Christine and I dive into how thriving can look different than what we think of as success. Join us as we explore how we spent our much of our lives trying to be good enough for others and ultimately came to love ourselves. What I love most about this interview is how Angela shares about her journey to self-love and the power of her words of wisdom. It is undeniable that they come from her heart and personal experience, Angela asks me to share my self-love discovery story, too! Ho...
2018-09-021h 00
Fearless Self-LoveValues for a Life You Love with Sara Hughes-ZabawaSara Hughes-Zabawa and I give you a taste of the Brené Brown Daring Way Curriculum, movement and reflection participants will experience on the Fearless Self-Love Retreat October 10-14, 2018. To learn more, visit www.fearlessselflove.com Join us for your 20 minute micro retreat! You’ll benefit most if you’re distraction free, have access to a wall to put your legs up, or a way to elevate your feet to at least hip height, something to write with and something to write on. What it means to retreat and why we need to Why clarifying your v...
2018-08-2537 min
Fearless Self-LoveBe yourself; Love YourselfJada Stewart is a wise soul in a 16 year old body. Listening to Jada, I am inspired and encouraged for the futures of our young people. I am reminded about the value of stepping away from social media and toward things I love, learning something new, and connecting with others. Join me as Jada and I talk about a teen journey to self-love, stepping back into strengths she had as a kid, and embracing who she is as she continues to look up to others, grow and change. How to remember who you are w...
2018-08-1952 min
Fearless Self-LoveIntroduction to AyurvedaKelsey Bryant Starr, owner of Numi Yoga in College Park, Maryland, interviews Andrea Catherine about Ayurveda. Andrea shares about what is a dosha, how the five elements influence Ayurvedic perspectives. Gain insight to navigate your emotions, digestion, and mind when you feel out of balance, and why you may notice particular changes in yourself during particular times of year, activities, and why you are just inherently unique in some ways. How the five elements - ether, air, fire, water, earth - show up in each of us Why digestion is central to understanding our w...
2018-08-1438 min
Fearless Self-LoveFearlessly Connect with Your Body, with Regina @wolfmedicinemagicDo you notice you have a body when you are not in pain? So much of the time we treat our bodies as if they are simply a vessel to carry around our brains. In this episode, Regina @wolfmedicinemagic dives into her experience of feeling connected to her body and how she supports Yoga, Barre and Ayurveda students to connect to their bodies outside of when they are in pain. Join us to go behind the scenes of the wellness professional’s hustle for building clientele, fearless marketing, and utilizing the power to say no, or yes, when it co...
2018-07-2846 min
Fearless Self-LoveFalling in love, the perks & pitfallsThis is not about relationship advice, or the mature loving relationship of many years. Nor is it about being in-lust. Rather it is about that in-love place, You can’t wait to see that person again, your life is overflowing with feelings and emotions. We explore the connection of being in love with another to loving ourselves, as well as the revolutionary qualities of being in love, both the wonderful and the challenging. People’s lives change when they fall in love. Listen in as Michael and I riff on confidence, taking risks, fantasizing, and the value of t...
2018-07-1457 min
Fearless Self-LoveLove, You Can Do Hard Things with Melanie ReddDo you believe you are worth the love you give others? I don’t mean do you think others should love you as much as I mean, do you believe you deserve your own love. Yes, you can pause here. Breathe. This is a big question. It’s the question Melanie Redd and I explore in this wide-ranging interview in which she shares her story of self-love by way of parenthood at an early age, launching a fitness business and learning new sports in her forties. Melanie has passion for making self-love a prerequisite for meeting particular fitn...
2018-07-071h 40
Fearless Self-LoveWrite Your Way to Self-Love with Laura MunsonListen in as I chat with Laura Munson about her journey of self-love through the written word, and how she discovered she actually is a writer. She reminds us that the path we are often often surprises us, and that we need to be the ones to see in ourselves what is already of value. We need to give ourselves permission to be who we are, have it be easy and enjoyable. In our conversation, Laura recounts her journey of writing a best-selling book and all that led to that point. She tells us about why she...
2018-06-2959 min
Fearless Self-LoveSelf-Love as Self-CompanionshipIn this interview with fellow Yoga Health Coach, Alexandra Epple, she gets real about her struggle with Anorexia and her journey to finding deep appreciation for who she is. Her passion for supporting women to love and care for themselves comes from her very real journey of learning to do so for herself. Listen as Alexandra not only reveals her personal trials, but also her triumphs. She offers practical tools for exploring how to enjoy your own company. How Alexandra’s anorexia transformed into a relationship of self-love Why nourishing touch can be foundational to cultivating sel...
2018-06-2458 min
Fearless Self-LoveThe Real Habits of Self-Love with Carly BanksThis interview with fellow Yoga Health Coach Carly Banks grew out of our conversation in the surf on a Yoga Healer retreat in Mexico this past March. Carly is on for growth and embracing the changes that better her life. She is on for guiding others to do the same. In this conversation we talk about the impacts of prioritizing self-care on family life. As a mom, Carly’s insights and personal transformation that she shares will resonate most with those those have a lot to tend to, and who are on for discovering they are much mo...
2018-06-2453 min
Fearless Self-LoveThe Astrology of Self-Love 3 Bullet Points How to mother yourself as an adult Why knowing ourselves more enhances our self-love potential What is astrology and how can it help me Links Mentioned in Your Episode: The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer http://amandapalmer.net/theartofasking/ Show Highlights: 03:16 Easeful Living Practice: Invite your emotions to sit with you 07:00 Interview with Natha Campanella Perkins begins 12:24 Natha’s first astrology reading and how it validated her 14:44 How to navigate our imperfections (and our inner critic) with self-love 18...
2018-06-151h 05
Fearless Self-LoveFor the Love of All VoicesIn this debut episode of Season 2, I speak with She Podcasts co-host, Elsie Escobar. Elsie shares her journey of finding her authentic voice, including her struggle to communicate as a young person and the ways in which uncovering her blind spots has informed and improved her communication with others interpersonally and as a podcast host. Tune in for insight into making podcasting not only an inclusive platform for diverse voices, but also in considering how we can make podcasts more accessible to listeners. How our blind spots impact how we give voice How to unlock your authentic voice...
2018-06-011h 12
Fearless Self-LoveLove Your Monday: 3 Ways to Boost Your MetabolismNEW ON MONDAYS! Join Andrea and friends as they share 10-minute tidbits with you to start your week off with ease and joy. This week, Andrea walks you through three simple ways to boost your metabolism. You can put these practical tips to use today and feel the difference tomorrow! How to boost your metabolism today Why closing your kitchen after supper is key How to eat in a calming environment Links Mentioned Grounded Here Community Facebook Page The 3-Season Diet by Dr. John Douillard Kripalu School of Ayurveda ...
2018-05-0810 min
Fearless Self-LoveBuilding the Rhythm of Self-LoveIf you’ve been following along with Season One of this podcast, or even if you just saw the name “Fearless Self-Love Podcast,” it’s pretty clear that we focus on topics of self-love and self-care. But it’s important to acknowledge that we’re all at different points in our self-love journeys, and sometimes it can be difficult to figure out where to start. I’m excited for you to join me in my conversation with Cate Stillman, Yoga Health Coach, as we wrap up Season One by discussing what comes first - the habits or the self-love - and how to m...
2018-04-2750 min
Fearless Self-LoveFind Your StardomDid you know you can have your own theme song? Seriously, you can and it's a great reminder for your life mission. Join in as we hear from Jamie Wyman, creative songwriter who writes heart-centered song for just about any occasion. Hear how she uses songwriting to share personal, transformative stories of people who are struggling to connect with their true self. It's a powerful episode and you can bet that it'll force you to take a closer, more authentic view of your own life. Why you should stop trying so hard to be you How singing can...
2018-04-2054 min
Fearless Self-LoveDiscovering Unconditional Self-LoveHow many of us, when times are tough, reach a point where we try to force ourselves into healing? If we can’t fix a broken vase by hitting it with a baseball bat, why do we think we can heal by being hard on ourselves? We have to soften our approach in order to move forward. Join me as I talk with Tracey Duncan about the many facets of self-love, and how we can move into a space of unconditionally loving ourselves. What happens when we discover we only love ourselves conditionally Why you can’t cultivate heal...
2018-04-131h 01
Fearless Self-LoveThe Humanity of Self-LoveWe all have multiple identifiers - maybe it’s your profession, a hobby, a belief, or your relationship to others - that make up who we are. These identifiers are just part of what makes us wonderfully human. And self-loving self-care shows up in every one of these arenas. Join me as I talk with Michael Joseph - a therapist, musician, and athlete - as we talk about self-love on many levels, the importance of paying attention to energy, and how emotions can propel us forward into a life with greater self-love. Why paying attention to energy is ne...
2018-04-0655 min
Fearless Self-LoveCreating Space for Collaboration with LifeIt might surprise you that an artist’s best work does not always turn out the way they planned. Opening yourself up to uncertainty can elicit unexpected and wonderful results. And while we may not all consider ourselves artists in the traditional sense, everyone is a creator in one way or another. Join me in my conversation with multidisciplinary artist Kylin O’Brien as we discuss the how comfort with uncertainty, creation, and clearing your space all leave room for what serves us best at this point in our lives. How we can all approach life as creators Why...
2018-03-3051 min
Fearless Self-LoveBreaking the Coaching MythsHave you thought about working with a life coach but find something’s holding you back? When we’re comfortable with the status quo, we have little incentive to pursue change. It’s only when we view change as necessary that we’re ready to reach out for guidance. Join me in my conversation with life coach, Shelly Smith, as we discuss the power of working with a coach, how shifting thought patterns can change your trajectory, and the importance of fiercely protecting your own self-care. Why it helps to name your thoughts and feelings How you can choose t...
2018-03-231h 04
Fearless Self-LoveJoyful Self-Love: Out of Your Head & Into Your HeartIt’s easy to get caught up in the thoughts racing through our own minds. We can certainly learn from our head, but connecting with our hearts may be the key to finding joy in our everyday lives. “If our hearts are that powerful, why do we live up in our heads?” Guest speaker Kate Berry challenges us to get into our hearts, shift our perspectives, embrace humility, and live a life of genuine joy. Why getting out of your head allows you to receive the best messages How compassion leaves less room for judgement How to bookend your d...
2018-03-021h 01
Fearless Self-LoveIn the Present Moment: Mindfully Cultivating Self-LoveIn life, we can often feel as if the present moment is escaping us. Between work schedules, family and relationship priorities, and our own needs, we can get lost in the illusion of busyness. Mindfulness can help bring us back into awareness, allow us more availability to be with ourselves and others, and inform every moment of our lives. Join me as I interview Meditation Teacher, Gina Garlie, who like most of us became caught up in planning for life rather than actively living it. With 15 years of experience, she shares about how meditation has benefited herself, her relationships...
2018-02-231h 01
Fearless Self-LoveSelf-love: A Continual Process of IntegrationThere's something to be said about opening ourselves up to life and letting go of the reins. You know, meeting life and our experiences in the here and now. Easy, right? If you're like me and catch yourself holding on to expectations, you may be causing more suffering than necessary. Join me as I interview Integrational Coach, Denise Dryden, about fearlessly showing up and cultivating surprise within ourselves, life, and our relationship with others. She has extensive experience working with parents struggling to integrate new experiences into their parenting strategies, but this episode reminds us why continuous integration is...
2018-02-161h 14
Fearless Self-LoveFearless Self-Love: Not Just for Women, Part IIOur culture can have a strong effect on the way we see ourselves and our role in society, especially between gender and sex. The messages men receive within our culture usually reinforce the “rough and tough” advice that's been passed down through generations, and often times, shows up within their relationships with others. Listen to this follow-up interview with guest speaker, Dave Cavnar as he reminds us why self-love isn't just for women. He shares his story honestly and provides insight into nourishing yourself first, along with tips to get started. This one’s deep, so grab a friend or tak...
2018-02-091h 19
Fearless Self-LoveFearless Self-Love: Not Just for Women, Part IOur culture can have a strong effect on the way we see ourselves and our role in society, especially between gender and sex. The messages men receive within our culture usually reinforce the “rough and tough” advice that's been passed down through generations, and often times, shows up within their relationships with others. Listen in with guest speaker, Dave Cavnar as he reminds us why self-love isn't just for women. He shares his story honestly and provides insight into nourishing yourself first, along with tips to get started. This one’s deep, so grab a friend or take n...
2018-02-021h 07
Fearless Self-LoveFearless Marketing for the Solo EntrepreneurWhether you're already a solo entrepreneur or looking to start your own business, niche marketing can help you bring your ideas to fruition. Tune in to hear from Rachel Starr, owner of Distinct Darlings, who shares her own personal story through brand marketing and how to utilize your unique self to grow your business. She offers practical advice for getting started with your brand and how important vulnerability is in attracting your ideal clientele. This is the intersection of courageous self-love and fearless career dreams. How to focus your niche market to reflect your ideal client W...
2018-01-2645 min
Fearless Self-LoveAuthentic Self-Care Requires Pattern InterruptHealth Coaching is a term that’s getting a lot of attention these days, but what is it? I talk with Health Coach Liza Baker who studied at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition about her work and how it parallels my own. Though we trained in different arenas, our approaches are similar. I love Liza’s insight about putting your schedule on a diet. She gives practical tools for reflecting on what we say yes to, and understanding if our schedule reflects what authentically matters to us. This is a great show to listen to as you tran...
2017-12-2941 min
Fearless Self-LoveBe @ home in your body & Love It!Have you struggled to truly feel comfortable in your own skin, at home in your body? Have you battled with self-acceptance and tried so many ways to cultivate change, but come up short? None of us is perfect, but learning to approach our relationship with ourselves from a place of compassion instead of shame propels us forward. In this episode, Dawn Branham and Jessica Ortiz talk about their journeys with self-care habit change and how it has enhanced their own expressions of self-love. You hear from these guests first in late December of 2016 and again just this week (December 18...
2017-12-211h 44