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Embodied Living# 15 - Design a Life and Success Beyond Hustle Culture with Annie HoogendoornWhat if success wasn’t about fitting into hustle culture, but about shaping your life around your energy, values, and needs?In this conversation, I’m joined by Annie Hoogendoorn, Lifestyle Design Coach and founder of Bloem, who supports highly sensitive and neurodivergent high achievers to transition out of draining careers and into rhythms that truly honor their energy, purpose, and well-being.Annie’s story is one of courage and reinvention — from the creative hustle of Amsterdam, to the fast-paced corporate tech world in Portland, to the deep burnout that finally led her to slow down, li...
2025-10-0950 minEmbodied Living# 14 – The Art of the Emotional ExhaleSometimes it’s not your mind that’s exhausted — it’s your body holding the day’s story.We talk a lot about our emotions, name them, analyze them… but feeling them fully — all the way through — is a completely different experience.In this episode, I share a gentle but powerful practice I call the Emotional Exhale — a way to release what you’ve been carrying in under five minutes, so you can arrive back home in yourself.We explore:Why we often stop short of feeling big emotions to completion, and how this leaves residue...
2025-09-0417 minEmbodied Living# 13 - Beyond Either/Or: Navigating the Dance Between Individualism and Togetherness with Jessica JJ LutzWhat if we didn’t have to choose between being deeply connected to others or being true to ourselves?In this episode of Embodied Living, I’m joined by Jessica JJ Lutz — author, speaker, and creator of the We-Mind vs Me-Mind framework — to explore how we can move beyond binary thinking and inhabit a more integrated, embodied way of relating to life, work, and ourselves.Whether you find yourself constantly giving to others or fiercely protecting your autonomy, this conversation invites you to soften the divide — and discover what it means to live from alignment rather tha...
2025-08-0258 minEmbodied Living# 12 -The Shape of Well-Being: Stress, Movement & Mindfulness with Irina OshchepkovaDo you ever feel like work is taking over your life? Between back-to-back meetings, deadlines, and responsibilities, finding time for yourself can feel impossible. Stress, tension, and burnout often creep in unnoticed—but what if well-being didn’t have to be an afterthought?In this episode, I sit down with Irina Oshchepkova, a well-being guide, corporate wellness strategist, and retreat leader, who helps busy professionals integrate movement, mindfulness, and meditation into their daily routines. With over 12 years of corporate experience in high-pressure environments and 1,400+ hours of yoga teaching, Irina offers practical, science-backed strategies to help professionals feel more...
2025-05-031h 05Embodied Living# 11 - Why Buying Happiness Doesn’t Work (and What Does)Ever bought something, thinking it would make you happy, only to feel the same—or even worse—a few days later?Maybe it was a bag, a new phone, a vacation, or even a big career win. And for a moment, it felt amazing—like you finally arrived.But then… the excitement fades. You’re left looking for the next thing.In this episode, we’re breaking down:✔️ Why external things can’t bring lasting happiness✔️ The brain’s sneaky trick that keeps us chasing ‘more’✔️ What actually creates fulfillment (hint: it’s not in your shopping...
2025-04-0423 minEmbodied Living# 10 - Unlocking the Power of Your Voice with Inês Moura 🎙️Do you struggle to express yourself confidently at work?Ever felt unheard in meetings? Struggled to make an impact when speaking? Your voice is more than just a tool for communication—it’s a powerful instrument that shapes how the world perceives you. In this episode, I sit down with Inês Moura, an executive vocal coach who helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals transform the way they use their voice to convey confidence, credibility, and presence.With over 15 years of experience, Inês has worked with clients across 20+ countries, blending vocal coaching, body awaren...
2025-03-1459 minEmbodied Living# 9 - Beyond the Hustle—Finding Balance Without Losing AmbitionEver feel like you’re running on fumes, trying to balance work, life, and everything in between?In this episode of Embodied Living, we’re diving into the subtle art of staying connected to yourself while showing up fully for your work. Because let's be real—hustle culture tells us to go harder, faster, longer… but where does that leave us? Tired. Disconnected. Wondering if we’re doing it wrong.This episode is an invitation to pause. To rethink what success and balance mean to you. To discover how you can nurture your ambition while tending to your bo...
2025-02-2822 minEmbodied Living# 8 - Trust Your Body Again: How to Heal Your Relationship with Food with Kimberly GiesinWhy does food feel so complicated? Why do so many of us struggle to trust our hunger, feel guilty for eating, or second-guess what our bodies need?In this special episode—my first-ever guest episode!—I sit down withKimberly Giesin, a trained chef and embodiment coach, to unpack the journey ofreconnecting with your body through food—without guilt, rules, or restriction.Kimberly shares her powerful story ofrecovering from an eating disorder and how shehealed her relationship with food through mindfulness, self-compassion, and embodiment. Her journey is a testament to what’s possible when we step away fro...
2025-02-1557 minEmbodied Living# 7 - Reclaiming Your Morning: Starting the Day with Connection, Not ChaosAre mornings a struggle for you? You’re not alone. In this episode of Embodied Living, we’re taking a compassionate and realistic look at how to reclaim your mornings—not with rigid routines or lofty goals, but with tiny, doable moments that feel good.Whether you’re a snooze-button lover, a busy professional, or someone who simply dreads mornings, this episode is here to remind you: mornings don’t have to be perfect to matter. We’ll explore simple rituals you can sprinkle into your morning routine to start your day with connection and ease—no pressure, no o...
2025-02-0121 minEmbodied Living# 6 - Overcoming Overwhelm: Resourcing, Your Path to Clarity and VitalityIn today’s episode, we’re diving deep into a practice that’s essential for maintaining balance and well-being in our busy lives: resourcing. When life feels overwhelming or you’re disconnected from yourself, resourcing can be the game changer that helps you find your way back to a state of calm and clarity. Join me as we explore what resourcing means, why it’s crucial, and how to easily integrate it into your daily routine.
Today We Will Explore:
Understanding Overwhelm and Disconnection: How these feelings manifest in your mind and body.
What is Re...
2024-10-0521 minEmbodied Living# 5 - Understanding Numbness: What Your Body is Telling YouIn today’s episode, we’re diving deep into a topic that affects many but is often misunderstood: numbness. Numbness can make life feel dull and disconnected, leaving you unmotivated and isolated. But what if numbness isn't something to fear, but a state to understand and engage with? Join me as we explore the causes, impacts, and practical steps you can take to reconnect with your emotions and your body.
Today We Will Explore:
Understanding Emotional Numbness: What it is and how it affects us.
Causes and Triggers: The factors leading to emotional shutdown.
Impacts of Numb...
2024-09-0719 minEmbodied Living# 4 - Redefining Happiness: Understanding Contrasting EmotionsIn this episode, we dive into the intriguing concept of "holding contrast" – the experience of feeling two seemingly contradictory emotions simultaneously. Through personal anecdotes and reflective insights, we explore how emotions like joy and sadness can coexist, challenging the conventional understanding of emotional experiences.
Today we will explore
The meaning and significance of holding contrasting emotions
The difference between experiencing sequential emotions versus simultaneous emotions
My personal journey of accepting and understanding holding contrast
Rethinking the definitions of positive and negative emotions and the societal expectations around happiness
Letting go of separation and embracing wholeness
FA...
2024-08-2414 minEmbodied Living# 3 - Softening Inside: Relaxation RedefinedHave you ever heard the phrase “Coming home to yourself is all about softening inside” and thought, “Yeah right, who has time for that?” but deep down, you craved a simple way to do it? I get it. I used to roll my eyes too, until I discovered a perspective that made it all click.
In this episode, we’ll explore how to truly relax and soften from within, even in the midst of a hectic life. Today, you’ll discover:
My personal take on what "softening inside" really means. I'll share how creating an...
2024-08-1018 minEmbodied Living# 2 - Discover Your Inner Senses: Meditation PracticeFollowing the last episode where we gently started to scratch the surface of coming home to our bodies, I thought, why not explore a hands-on practice through a guided meditation. Don’t worry, the 2 episode are connected so you can enjoy this one as a standalone.
Before we start the meditation I talk about the importance of tuning into what’s alive in YOUR body, as some of my guidance might not resonate with what you’re feeling from moment to moment.
For a long time, guided meditation and such p...
2024-07-2719 minEmbodied Living# 1 - Beyond the Mind: Embracing a Multi-Sensorial LifeHave you ever thought and longed to feel home in your body but never knew how to articulate your thoughts or even found the right person to talk to about this topic without being perceived as weird creature?
For a long time, I kept this longing for myself, which created more disconnect with myself and others. How about we start this conversation now, together.
In this episode, we’ll talk about expanding the perception of our lived experience by engaging all your senses. Today, you’ll wander about:
Why relying solely on your mind can l...
2024-06-1920 min