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Startups With StuHairdresser Turns $500K Investment Into Emotional Intelligence Startup for Kids
What happens when a small-town hairdresser discovers her clients need more than just a haircut? Tami Hymas built five successful businesses in rural Idaho, but her biggest venture yet tackles childhood emotional wellness through cartoon characters that help kids identify and process their feelings. In this episode of StartUps with Stu, Tami shares her journey from salon owner to startup founder, revealing how she invested $500,000 to create the InUPowers program now being tested in juvenile detention centers and schools. Stuart Draper dives deep into Tami's mission-driven approach, exploring the challenges of scaling an education technology business beyond local...
2025-07-0800 min
The inUpowers PodcastSeason Finale and Thank You!Thanks for joining us this season on the inUpowers Podcast! We hope you have an amazing summer filled with growth, connection, and lots of good memories. Stay connected with us on social media! We will be working on our website and other advancements while we are away! We’ll be back with brand new episodes in Fall 2025. Until then, keep choosing your power!
2025-04-2800 min
The inUpowers PodcastHow to Catch Yourself Before Comparison Steals Your PowerIn this episode of The inUpowers Podcast, hosts Tami and Nikki dive into the sneaky, often unconscious habit of comparison and how it can rob you of your personal power. Whether it’s comparing yourself to others on social media, in your career, or in your personal life, the effects of comparison can be deeply draining. Tami and Nikki discuss how to recognize when you’re falling into the comparison trap and share powerful strategies to shift your mindset and reclaim your confidence. This episode is a reminder that your unique journey is valid, and your power lies in embr...
2025-04-2121 min
The inUpowers PodcastHow inUpowers Changed Lance’s Life—And Why He Joined the MissionToday Tami sits down with Lance, a passionate new member of the inUpowers team. Lance opens up about how discovering inUpowers deeply impacted his life—personally and emotionally—and why it resonated so strongly with him. What began as a personal transformation quickly grew into a desire to be part of the mission, and now he’s joined the team to help others experience the same growth. This heartfelt conversation is full of insight, purpose, and the power of emotional accountability. Whether you're just getting to know inUpowers or have been with us for a while, Lance’s story is a mov...
2025-04-1424 min
The inUpowers PodcastHow Not Holding Your Kids Accountable Actually Hurts Them In this episode of The inUpowers Podcast, Tami and Nikki dive into the hidden harm of not holding kids accountable—and why what feels like compassion in the moment can actually undermine their emotional development. Together, they explore how avoiding consequences can affect a child’s growth, self-awareness, and ability to take responsibility. With warmth and clarity, Tami and Nikki discuss why accountability is an essential act of love, how to guide children without shame, and share practical strategies for fostering emotional maturity. This episode is a must-listen for parents, teachers, and counselors who want to empower the kids in th...
2025-04-0927 min
The inUpowers PodcastHow Not Holding Your Kids Accountable Actually Hurts ThemIn this episode of The inUpowers Podcast, Tami and Nikki dive into the hidden harm of not holding kids accountable—and why what feels like compassion in the moment can actually undermine their emotional development. Together, they explore how avoiding consequences can affect a child’s growth, self-awareness, and ability to take responsibility. With warmth and clarity, Tami and Nikki discuss why accountability is an essential act of love, how to guide children without shame, and share practical strategies for fostering emotional maturity. This episode is a must-listen for parents, teachers, and counselors who want to empower the kids in t...
2025-04-0728 min
The inUpowers PodcastSeeing Through a New LensIn this episode of The inUpowers Podcast, host Tami and co-host Nikki dive into the power of perspectives—how the way we see things shapes our emotions, decisions, and relationships. They explore why shifting perspectives can be a game-changer for personal growth and emotional accountability. Join the conversation as they share real-life stories, practical tools, and inUpowers principles to help you challenge limiting viewpoints, embrace new ways of thinking, and find clarity in any situation. Tune in and discover how a simple shift in perspective can empower you to move forward with confidence and purpose!
2025-03-3123 min
The inUpowers PodcastBuilding the inUpowers with Marcie CromwellJoin Tami Hymas as she sits down with special guest Marcie Cromwell to dive into the development of the inUpowers characters and program. In this episode, they explore the inspiration behind the characters, how they were created to support emotional growth, and the impact they can have in real-life situations. Marcie shares personal experiences that highlight how these tools can help individuals recognize, process, and move through emotions with accountability. Whether you're a parent, teacher, counselor, or simply looking for ways to navigate emotions more effectively, this conversation will give you valuable insights into how inUpowers can m...
2025-03-2431 min
The inUpowers PodcastHappily Ever Afters and Appreciating the Here and NowWe all dream about the future—waiting for the next milestone, the next achievement, the next season of life to finally feel fulfilled. But what if we’re missing out on the beauty of today by constantly looking ahead? In this episode of The inUpowers Podcast, we’re talking about the power of presence—how to stop chasing “someday” and start embracing the life you’re living right now. Let’s break free from the mindset of “I’ll be happy when…” and discover how to find joy, purpose, and gratitude in the here and now. Because real empowerment comes f...
2025-03-1721 min
The inUpowers PodcastParenting - It’s a Verb!Parenting isn’t just a title—it’s an action! In this episode of The inUpowers Podcast, we dive into this topic and explore what it means to actively support, guide, and empower our children in their emotional and social growth. Join us as we discuss practical strategies for helping kids recognize, handle, and move through emotions with accountability. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or counselor, this conversation is packed with insights to help you foster emotional resilience and connection in the children you support.
2025-03-1023 min
The inUpowers PodcastLife Spark & Combating Human Trafficking with Shyam LohatHuman trafficking is a global crisis, stealing freedom and dignity from millions. In this powerful episode, host Tami Hymas sits down with Shyam Lohat, founder of Life Spark, to discuss the heartbreaking realities of trafficking in Nepal and India and the life-changing impact of a recent service trip. But amidst the tragedy, there is hope. We’ll explore how inUpowers, a tool designed to help people recognize, process, and move through emotions with accountability, can support survivors in their healing journey. Learn how these tools foster resilience, empower individuals to reclaim their identity, and provide a path to...
2025-02-2418 min
Why We BelieveBeauty, Faith & Healing with Tami Hymas
Meet Tami Hymas, a hairstylist whose spiritual journey began with a simple challenge and a 25-cent soda. In this episode, Tami shares how a devastating ski accident transformed her from a successful salon owner into someone who sees beauty in an entirely new way. Through her companies BeUtofullness and inUpowers, she now teaches others to embrace both their inner and outer beauty using innovative approaches, including cartoon characters that help people process difficult emotions. Her remarkable story demonstrates how life's greatest challenges can become divine stepping stones to discovering one's true purpose and shows us that real beauty...
2025-02-2129 min
The inUpowers PodcastNavigating Feelings with Clarity and ConfidenceEmotions can be overwhelming, confusing, and even conflicting—but understanding them is the key to growth and self-awareness. In this episode, we dive into the process of recognizing, naming, and making sense of our emotions. We'll explore why feelings matter, how to identify what’s really going on beneath the surface, and practical strategies for managing emotions in a healthy way. Whether you struggle with emotional regulation or just want to deepen your self-awareness, this episode will help you embrace your emotions with clarity and confidence.
2025-02-1726 min
The inUpowers PodcastLabels and Their Power to Lift or Limit Labels shape the way we see ourselves and others—but are they helping or hurting? In this episode, we explore the power of labeling: how it can provide clarity, connection, and empowerment, but also how it can box people in, create biases, and limit potential. We'll discuss the impact of labels in education, therapy, and everyday relationships, and how we can use them responsibly to uplift rather than confine. Tune in for real-life examples, expert insights, and practical tips on how to navigate the world of labels with intention and empathy.
2025-02-1021 min
The inUpowers PodcastThe Importance & Power of Play Therapy in a Child’s Life with Alice ManwaringIn this episode of the inUpowers Podcast, Tami sits down with our play therapist Alice Manwaring to explore how play therapy helps children express emotions, build resilience, and navigate challenges. Learn why play is more than just fun—it’s a powerful tool for emotional healing and growth. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or counselor, this episode offers valuable insights into supporting children's mental well-being through play.
2025-02-0327 min
The inUpowers PodcastMaking the Most of Your 960 Moments in a DayDid you know there are 960 precious moments in every 24-hour day? In this episode, we explore how taking mindful 90-second moments can transform the way you process your day and connect with yourself. Whether you're juggling work, family, or personal growth, learn practical tips to slow down, reflect, and make the most of these small but impactful opportunities. Tune in for motivational insights and actionable steps to create more balance, clarity, and intention in your daily life. Don't forget to subscribe, share this episode with someone who needs it, and let us know how you're making the...
2025-01-2716 min
The inUpowers PodcastHow Excuses Are Holding You BackExcuses are the silent roadblocks that keep you from achieving greatness. In this episode of the inUpowers Podcast, we uncover how excuses disguise themselves as simple reasons, holding you back from your goals. Learn how to identify and overcome these mental barriers, shift your mindset, and take control of your journey. It’s time to stop holding yourself back and start reaching your full potential. Tune in and take the first step toward a limitless future!
2025-01-2021 min
The inUpowers PodcastHope Through Post-Traumatic Growth with Dallas JohnsonIn this episode of the inUpowers Podcast, psychologist Dallas Johnson joins us to discuss how to reconnect with your true self, build your hope muscle, and embrace post-traumatic growth. Tami and Dallas dive into practical tools for cultivating hope, overcoming adversity, and using challenges as opportunities for deep personal transformation. Learn how to strengthen your resilience, align with your conscience self, and transform hardship into a powerful source of growth. Whether you’re facing a tough time or simply looking to unlock your full potential, this episode offers valuable insights to help you thrive. Listen no...
2025-01-1326 min
The inUpowers PodcastParenting Styles & Types of inUpowers ParentsIn this insightful episode, Tami and Nikki explore different types of parenting styles—like helicopter, lawnmower, and others—and how these styles align with specific inUpowers characters. They dive into how each style shapes emotional development in both parents and children, and how understanding your parenting approach can lead to more effective emotional learning and healthier relationships. Tami and Nikki discuss how parents can identify which inUpowers characters resonate with their current parenting style, and offer practical tips for shifting toward more balanced, mindful approaches that foster emotional growth and connection. Whether you're looking to reduce control, enco...
2025-01-0623 min
The inUpowers PodcastThe Need for Safe Connections in the Digital AgeIn this episode, Tami and Nikki dive into the challenges of building safe, healthy connections in today’s digital world. With the rise of screens and social media, they explore how devices are impacting our ability to form genuine, trusting relationships—particularly between parents and children. Tami and Nikki discuss the growing concern of kids feeling disconnected from their trusted adults, and how constant digital distractions are making it harder for both kids and parents to feel emotionally safe and present with one another. This episode offers practical insights on how we can reclaim meaningful connections in an a...
2024-12-3021 min
The inUpowers PodcastParenting Using the inUpowers with Bailey SpratlingIn this episode, Tami Hymas, founder of the inUpowers program, sits down with licensed counselor Bailey Spratling to discuss how trauma triggers impact parenting. Bailey, who integrates the inUpowers with her clients, shares how the emotional learning tool helps people understand and manage their triggers, build resilience, and promote emotional healing. Together, Tami and Bailey offer practical strategies for parents to respond to emotional challenges with awareness and compassion, strengthening their own mental health while fostering healthier relationships with their children. This conversation offers valuable insights for parents looking to navigate trauma triggers, build emotional intelligence, and...
2024-12-2322 min
The inUpowers PodcastThe Importance of Making ConnectionsIn a world that often feels disconnected, building genuine emotional and human connections is more vital than ever. In this episode of inUpowers, hosts Nikki Tavares and Tami Hymas dive deep into the profound impact that emotional bonds have on our personal well-being, relationships, and success. Through insightful conversation and heartfelt stories, they explore the science behind connection, how to cultivate authentic relationships, and why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your own connections or just seeking inspiration to create more meaningful ties in your life, this episode offers valuable tools and th...
2024-12-1623 min
The inUpowers PodcastUnderstanding How Thoughts Impact Emotions Join us for a fun and insightful conversation with Tami Hymas and Nikki Tavares as they dive into how our thoughts shape our emotions and ultimately impact our lives. In this episode, Tami and Nikki share personal stories and practical tips on how they’ve learned to recognize and shift their thinking patterns to create more positive emotional experiences. They’ll break down how negative thoughts can trigger stress, frustration, or even self-doubt, and offer simple ways to turn those thoughts around for a healthier mindset. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of overthinking or str...
2024-12-0923 min
The inUpowers PodcastBuilding Emotional Intelligence with Christie RobertsonListen as we sit down with Christie Robertson, a key player behind the financial backbone of the inUpowers, to discuss the power of emotional intelligence and its role in personal growth. Christie shares how learning from the inUpowers—a unique framework designed to cultivate emotional intelligence—can help you let go of the need for control and realize that not everything has to be perfect. Tune in as Christie breaks down how the inUpowers can transform how we see ourselves and our actions, and why it’s a critical skill for both professional and personal success. If you've...
2024-11-1123 min
The inUpowers PodcastLearn the Characters Part 6 - BEA & ETEIn this episode, Tami covers the names behind the characters BEA and ETE, how they were created, and important things to understand about them! This week's invitation is to try to stop pleasing others and learn how to advocate for yourself and your needs. You can't be Everything To Everyone; it's impossible. Take a moment to Breathe and understand your Essential Ability to advocate for yourself.
2024-11-0419 min
The inUpowers PodcastUnderstanding Student Behaviors in the Classroom with Nikki TavaresMeet Nikki Tavares, our Curriculum Director here at inUpowers. She has been a teacher for over 20 years and is a mom of 4. She has profound perspectives on teaching, managing student behaviors, and parent children. We invite you this week to try working through the inUpowerment Cycle to understand why you are having an emotion and how you will decide to work through it. Remember that your behaviors have consequences; choose wisely.
2024-10-2823 min
The inUpowers PodcastLearn the Characters Part 5 - FIL & SUEWarning! This episode can be heavy, especially if you are experiencing difficult trauma at the moment or have recently. In this episode, Tami covers the names behind the characters FIL and SUE, how they were created, and important things to understand about them! The invitation this week is to adopt the word “YET” into your vocabulary, especially when dealing with difficult or heavy trauma. Don't let your Severe Unraveling Event keep you from enjoying your Fullness In Living.
2024-10-2118 min
The inUpowers PodcastPlay Therapy Using the inUpowers with Alice ManwaringMeet Alice Manwaring, our play therapist, licensed counselor, and social worker at inUpowers. She has helped us develop many different aspect of the inUpowers Program, especially the play therapies to use in sessions! We invite you this week to find help if you or someone you know is struggling. Visit our website, social media, or reach out to us through email! Please don't hesitate! We are here for you.
2024-10-1424 min
The inUpowers PodcastLearn the Characters Part 4 - PEG & RAEIn this episode, Tami covers the names behind the characters PEG and RAE, how they were created, and important things to understand about them! The invitation in this episode is to check your worries and determine what you truly have control over. Don't let your worry lead to a Rage Anxiety Explosion. Use your Protective Encouraging Guidance to lead you to what you have control over.
2024-09-3014 min
The inUpowers PodcastThe Importance of Being Still with Galene CarterMeet Galene Carter, a Licensed Massage Therapist who works at a beUtofullness salon. She has been around through the whole development of the inUpowers program. She helped through the process and is an original user of the inUpowers program. We invite you this week to begin to take a moment when you are feeling emotions to BE STILL and figure out the why behind the feelings you experience.
2024-09-2318 min
The inUpowers PodcastLearn the Characters Part 3 - SIS & OSIIn this episode, Tami covers the names behind the characters SIS and OSI, how they were created, and important things to understand about them! The invitation in this episode is to be driving this week and to be in control. Let your light shine and look for the light in others. Don't let your Obliviously Selfishly Incinerating moments hinder your Soul Integrity from shining.
2024-09-1615 min
The inUpowers PodcastParenting Big Emotions Using the inUpowers with Nicole AbbeyMeet Nicole Abbey! She is an integral part of the inUpowers & beUtofullness programs! She is the general manager of Tami's Salon & Spa in Rexburg, ID, and uses the beUtofullness Way! She is also an amazing mother to two littles who have grown up using the inUpowers program! Learn how she uses the program to help them handle big emotions as you watch this episode! The invitation this week is to pay attention to your big emotions! Recognize when you are having them and rather than letting those big emotions spew out on those around you, figure out...
2024-09-0916 min
The inUpowers PodcastLearn the Characters Part 2 - POP & FOGIn this episode, Tami covers the names behind the characters POP and FOG, how they were created, and important things to understand about them! The invitation in this episode is to take time this week to see the world a little more clearly and to look at things from other perspectives. Don't let your Fear Of Growth hinder your Progress Over Perfection.
2024-09-0216 min
The inUpowers PodcastVulnerabilities & Embracing Your Insecurities with Ashley SeareMeet Ashley Seare, one of the first members of the original inUpowers team. Ashley helped develop the original design of the characters and many of the designs that built the beginnings of this company. In this week's episode, Ashley and Tami discuss recognizing your vulnerabilities and moving through them. Embrace your insecurities and look at things from other perspectives. This week's invitation is to see things from another perspective and understand you have two choices; lean into the fear or lean into the progress. It's up to you. Challenge your biases. Challenge your fear.
2024-08-2624 min
The inUpowers PodcastLearn the Characters Part 1 - U-BE & WAMIn this episode, Tami covers the names behind the characters U-BE and WAM, how they were created, and important things to understand about them! The invitation in this episode is to take time this week to recognize if you are having a WAM moment and choose a healthy behavioral choice to move through it! We want you to start practicing being able to recognize reactive feelings so you can process them and change your tomorrows!
2024-08-1919 min
The inUpowers PodcastThe inUpowers Origins - Part 2 inUpowersEver wondered where the inUpowers came from? Last week we covered where they first started with beUtofullness! This week we will discuss how the inUpowers were fully born from there! We have put together an amazing team to get the inUpowers to where they are now! Get ready to meet a few of those people in upcoming episodes! The invitation from this episode is to recognize your plan and reality and to stay where your hands are. Let us know on our Instagram how you do!
2024-08-1215 min
The inUpowers PodcastThe inUpowers Origins - Part 1 beUtofullnessEver wondered where the inUpowers came from? This is the episode for you! Before there were the inUpowers, there was beUtofullness. In this episode, Tami explains what that word means and its significance. Next week we will be talking about how the inUpowers were born from that word! If you were ever a client of Tami's, know that she loves and misses you deeply and hopes that this podcast can be a way to reconnect and share her story and love. The invitation from this episode is to take a piece of the word beUtofullness to...
2024-08-0522 min
The inUpowers PodcastThe inUpowers Podcast TrailerWelcome to The inUpowers Podcast with Tami Hymas. We are so excited you are here! So, emotions are information. Now what? That's what this podcast is for! Get ready to learn about your mental and emotional health and how you can choose what to do with your emotions to make better behavioral choices! We are here for YOU! We are here to help you and others make safe connections through healthy communications by giving a name and a face to emotion. We see the hardships young generations are going through. We want to help you h...
2024-07-2203 min
Lemonade Stand StoriesTami Hymas, CEO of BeUtoFullness talks about the power of understanding emotionsTami’s superpower is that she always knew the power of being unique. Even as a kid, she knew that creating your own path was where you can find authenticity and power. She created BeUtoFullness to help find their own unique formula for success and joy. Her creative mind can never stop however, and recognizing the struggles that kids have faced dealing with their own emotions, she created InUpowers to help deal with the epic feelings they have inside themselves. And it’s so simple and so deep! This animated book is a great resource for teachers to use when hel...
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