In a world often fixated on family and children, single childfree women may wonder about their place and purpose. But fret not, for your path to fulfillment lies in embracing your unique journey. Your divine purpose isn't bound by societal norms or expectations; it's about discovering what truly ignites your soul. Dive into your passions, explore new interests, and seize every opportunity that speaks to your heart.

In this episode, I am joined by Sonjia “Lioness” Mackey, divine purpose and life coach who targets single childfree women, to talk about how single women can discover their divine purpose, step into their unique identity, and create a life of more joy and fulfillment. She shares her motivation behind helping single women discover their purpose, steps for creating a happy life for the single woman, and how it feels to find your purpose as a single woman. She also discusses how married women can build a safe environment for single women friends. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!

Timestamps

[04:10] Sonjia Mackey’s background information

[04:46] The motivation behind helping single women discover their purpose and live a joyful life

[07:36] Sonjia’s advice to women who are being pressured to do things they don’t want to do

[10:40] Steps for creating a happy life for the single woman

[13:11] The shift in Sonjia’s life that made the difference

[16:49] How it feels to find your purpose as a single woman and then find a partner

[19:45] How the married women can build a safe environment for single women's friends

[25:00] Sonjia’s advice for women who don’t want kids

[27:53] The self-clarity questions that will help you figure out what you want in life

[35:28] How women can make themselves the focus in the new year

[38:42] The things that single women should be mindful of on their journey to a more fulfilling life

[44:00] Sonjia’s final thoughts

• “We all have the drive to do something different, especially single women, and we need to give life to them, let them rise to the surface and explore them because they are there for a reason, and they are meant to create a life that is going to make us happy.”
• “Stop waiting for other people for the things you want in life.”
• “When you put the effort to live your best single life, it positions you to live your best-partnered life.”
• “Closure is a gift of self-love that you give to yourself.”

The book: Top Five Regrets of the Dying

Email: Sonjia@StillWorthyWomen.com

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In this vulnerable episode, Gabi interviews her daughter Gianna.

They discuss how Gianna's father died at 4 yrs old and her and Gabi truly grew up together. From Gianna wanting to become a firefighter to staying in New Mexico amidst her moms move, they open up about their mother daughter relationship over the last twenty years.

From raising children in two different communities and what seems like two different eras, Gabi explains how different it has been for both of her children.

Gianna recalls an experience that crafted her strength was a time when she was little and had a fit in the middle of the floor of a grocery store and her mom laid down right next to her and started screaming. Gianna recalls this being the moment she realized it that if her mom doesn't care what other people think than she shouldn't either.

As a mom with adult children or a single mother you will feel every bit of this open episode between mother and daughter.

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In the hustle and bustle of modern life, stress can take a toll on both body and mind. But what if there was a way to align your body and calm your mind simultaneously? Enter chiropractic techniques, a powerful tool in combating stress head-on. By targeting the body's alignment, chiropractic care not only relieves physical tension but also promotes mental relaxation, offering a holistic approach to wellness.

In this episode, I am joined by Amir Rashidian, a Chiropractic Doctor and the owner of Mid Atlantic Clinic of Chiropractic, to talk about how he focuses on stress management in his practice. He shares ways to asses your stress threshold, the most impactful ways to manage your stress, and the three dimensions of stress. He also discusses how women can help their kids and husbands navigate stress. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!

Timestamps

[03:23] How Dr. Amir got into the space of chiropractic treatment

[08:46] How Dr. Amir focuses on stress management in his practice

[10:48] Ways to access your stress threshold

[14:11] Tips for moms to help their kids navigate stress

[20:48] The most impactful ways to manage your stress

[23:40] The three dimensions of stress

[28:00] The mind and body connection in exercise

[30:40] How women can convince and help their husbands manage stress

[36:23] Dr. Amir’s final takeaways

“How healthy you are is determined by how much stress you can safely handle.”

“The tougher the journey, the sweeter the destination.”

“The mind and body connection in how we move and exercise is fascinating. We can tell ourselves this is what we need to do as long as we are connected to it, and then we start moving in that direction.”

“How you eat is more important than what you eat.”

The book: Cracking the Stress Secret: How to Turn Pressure into Power

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In this episode, I am joined by Lorna, an Elder, Somatic Sexuality and Spirituality Mentor and Story Unweaver who helps people experience sexual freedom and spiritual wholeness. She is a poet, writer, and “story unweaver” in the spiritual, erotic realm where divine feminine energy and sacred masculine form reflect Spirit in the human experience. After being a stay-at-home mom for 12 years, followed by a 12-year career as an educator in the school system, Lorna turned her focus to wellness for herself and then as a teacher of energy medicine, bodywork, somatic sex education, and Bondassage. Through their work with Lorna, people are coming home to themselves, Sexually and spiritually. Lorna’s mission in the world is to support people in living erotically alive, sexually free and spiritually whole, beyond shame, guilt, sin, permission, outer authority, or the illusion of separation, and with the divine feminine and masculine experienced in harmony within and without.
Today, Lorna shares her journey of reconnecting with her sexuality after being raised in a religious household. She discusses the importance of consent, self-pleasure, and honoring one's desires. We also explore the impact of patriarchal and cultural conditioning on women's sexuality and the need for unlearning harmful beliefs.

Tune in for these and more exciting insights!

[02:36] Lorna's background and work

[03:51] Lorna's journey of sexual disconnection

[07:30] Lorna's midlife sexual awakening

[09:34] Advice for women starting to explore their desires

[12:56] The impact of trauma and assault on disconnection

[16:25] Honoring children's boundaries and autonomy

[19:31] Generational healing and breaking patterns

[22:41] Unlearning the "good girl" narrative

[25:53] Societal expectations and pressure on women

[29:31] The role of mothers in shaping sexual narratives

[32:23] Advice for women in unfulfilling relationships

• There's nothing wrong with them; there's nothing shameful about their desires, interests, and curiosities across the whole spectrum of what they might want to do.
• No matter where they are sexually, no matter how much they're connected or disconnected from their bodies or sexuality, number one, there's nothing wrong with them.
• There's nothing wrong about I should be, you know, letting my partner touch me. It's kind of like, no, but can you be your own best lover.
• I just really invite women to take pleasure in their sensations and their sensuality and really come back home to that place of love for themselves.
• Women can truly honour themselves and know their power, their sexuality, and their divine leadership. It's almost become as they do their inner work and really keep going against those things we've been taught, take care of everybody else, all of that they can really honor themselves.

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Mindful transformation is about using the power of mindfulness to become more aware of your thoughts, emotions, and actions, which helps you make positive changes and live your best life. By practicing mindfulness, you can better understand yourself and your reactions, allowing you to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and purpose. This awareness helps you break free from behavioral patterns and make conscious choices that align with your true values and goals.

In this episode, I am joined by Dawn Gaden, the CEO of Mind Body Counseling and Coaching. She is an international speaker, licensed counselor, yoga teacher, self-image coach, and best-selling author. Dawn shares her transition from corporate life to starting a coaching business, ways people pleasers can break the pattern and live authentically, and ways people can tap into their true selves amid all the chaos. She also shares some tips to build a better relationship in your marriage and things you can do in the morning to light up your day. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!

Timestamps

[01:34] Dawn Gaden’s background information

[02:46] The story behind Dawn helping people live their best life

[06:34] The transition from corporate life to starting a coaching business

[10:50] Ways people pleasers can break the pattern and live their best life

[14:00] Tapping into your true self amid all the chaos

[16:58] How coaching and yoga has helped Dawn become a better parent

[24:00] Ways to be mindful of how you speak to yourself

[27:48] Tips to build a better relationship in your marriage

[31:32] Ways to calm yourself when you are overwhelmed

[35:03] Reasons why people get stuck in a pattern or a behavior

[38:46] Things you can do in the morning to light up your day

[43:10] Dawn Gaden’s upcoming events

• “The first person you need to learn and trust is yourself.”
• “There is so much power within us and meditation helps us see and discover it.”
• “You can’t give what you don’t have. So you have to be patient with your partner if you want your partner to be patient with you.”
• “Listen to yourself, trust your heart, and know the difference between a negative thought and your true voice.”

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Stepping into your true authentic self means being honest and real with the people you care about. It's about showing who you really are, including your true feelings, thoughts, and desires. When you are authentic, you create deeper and more meaningful connections with others. This journey involves understanding and accepting yourself, which allows you to be open and genuine in your interactions.

In this episode, I am joined by Cassie Zeeb, a life and relationship coach for spiritual entrepreneurs and creatives, to discuss being authentic to yourself. Cassie shares the signs that you might be giving your authenticity away as a woman, what most women are struggling with right now in relationships, and advice to women who feel out of alignment. She also shares the biggest lessons she took from the inner child healing that has helped her tap into her authenticity, the process of being your true self in your relationship, and ways women can communicate their true needs in relationships. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!

Timestamps

[02:38] Cassie Zeeb’s background information

[04:12] What it means to be authentic

[06:48] Signs you are giving your authenticity away as a woman

[08:13] The things that most women are struggling with right now in their relationships

[10:30] Advice to women that feel out of alignment

[14:24] The biggest lesson that Cassie has taken from her inner child healing that helped her tap into her authenticity

[15:54] How women can tap into their inner child during struggles

[18:43] The importance of maintaining your authenticity within your marriage

[23:24] The process of being your true self in your relationship

[27:20] The best moment in Cassie’s work that she would love to share

[32:03] The difference between authenticity and ego

[35:38] Ways in which women can communicate their true needs in relationships

[39:13] Setting boundaries for yourself as a people pleaser

[44:29] The best thing that Cassie has learned about herself this year

[46:45] The exciting thing about Cassie’s future

• “Knowing your soul’s purpose is what allows you to step into your authenticity.”
• “The desire to be seen and perform is an important part of who you are and how you show up in your business and relationships.”
  “The truest form of not abandoning yourself is tapping into your inner child.”
• “Nothing is more important than you being true to yourself.”
• “Know what you want and how to ask for it in a way that takes accountability for your experience.”

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_withlove

Website: https://www.cassiezeeb.com/

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On your birthday, taking time to think about your past year helps you see how much you've grown and what you've learned. It's like giving yourself a pat on the back and setting up for a new start. This reflection can boost your confidence and help you plan better for the future.

In this birthday episode, I share reflections on my life in the past year and this year that have enabled me to learn and grow. My birthday will be on the 3rd of May, 2024. I talk about the biggest deal with birthdays, the things you should do for yourself this month and ways to overcome unexpected changes. I also shared the Santiago retreat in February, the best thing that happened to me last year, and the vacation I had with my baby girl. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!

Timestamps

[01:58] The biggest deal about birthdays

[04:00] Overcoming unexpected changes

[05:00] Choosing your battles

[07:50] The Santiago retreat that was in February

[12:36] The things you should do for yourself this month

[13:18] The best thing that has happened to me last year

[15:09] The vacation with my baby girl

[18:28] The project on legacy that is coming in the fall

[19:30] The therapy that I am starting next week

[21:59] Letting go of the people you once cared for

[24:16] The event I hosted in Albuquerque

• “The true colours of a situation always show in the moments of unexpected changes.”
• “The wealth of information and healing that comes from self-reflection is unmatched.”
• “Just because somebody has an expectation of you doesn’t mean that is what you have to do.”
• “Allow yourself the opportunity to be open to change because beautiful things come with change.”

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Embarking on the journey through menopause can feel like navigating uncharted waters for many women. But fear not, for there are strategies aplenty to empower and ease this transition. From embracing holistic wellness practices to fostering open dialogue and education, empowering women through menopause is not just about managing symptoms, but about embracing a new phase of life with confidence and vitality.

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Joy’El Ballard, a board-certified Gynecologist who is passionate about educating and empowering women to follow a path of self-love as they undergo the different stages of womanhood, to talk about how women can navigate mid-life changes. She shares what led her to help women navigate mid-life changes, the experience of getting pregnant during pre-menopause, and what young women can do to prepare them for mid-life changes. She also discusses the things women can do to ease the symptoms of menopause. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!

Timestamps

[00:24] Dr. Joy’s background information

[01:53] What led Dr. Joy to help women navigate mid-life changes

[04:30] Dr. Joy’s experience in getting pregnant during pre-menopause

[08:01] The Book: Loving Me, Myself and Her: Through Perimenopause and Beyond

[10:18] What young women can do to prepare them for mid-life changes

[14:50] Things women can do to ease the symptoms of menopause

[21:00] Finding a practitioner who can help you navigate the journey through menopause

[23:47] Questions women can ask their practitioners to help them navigate the mid-life journey

[27:36] What women can do to navigate the weight gain

[35:05] Advice to women getting into menopause

• “Anyone who thinks that when you are in pre-menopause, you can’t get pregnant, just know that you can.”
• “As a woman, You can still go after your dreams in your 40s, 50s, or 60s, even when your body is giving you punches.”
• “As a woman going through midlife, permit yourself to pour into you every day because you deserve to feel joy and be at peace with yourself.”
• “When you serve yourself, you can serve others.”

The Book: Loving Me, Myself and Her: Through Perimenopause and Beyond

Website: https://www.drjoyel.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoyelballard/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjoyel/

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