781 | How Pictures Can Manifest Your Highest Self with Avalon Mohns
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Release Date: 11/14/2024
798 | From Dreams to Reality: How Scripting Can Transform Your Life
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As we approach Christmas and the end of the year, I’m excited to dive into a topic that has been transformative in my life: scripting. This technique, which I began exploring about ten years ago, has evolved significantly for me over the years. Initially, I used colourful markers and creative writing to express what I wanted to change in my life, unaware of the deeper principles of NLP and subconscious programming that would later enhance my practice. In this episode, I reflect on my journey with scripting, starting from dissatisfaction in various aspects of my life—business,...
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797 | The Heartbeat of My Business - Own Your Stage & Activate Your Voice
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In this Heartbeat of My Business Podcast Series, I am thrilled to welcome my dear friend and strategic performance coach, Meghan Weir. Together, we dive deep into owning your stage and activating your voice. This is episode six of our series on The Heartbeat of My Business. We explore the profound connection between these concepts and how they can empower individuals to express themselves authentically, whether on social media, in public speaking, or everyday life. Meghan shares her journey, recounting a pivotal moment from her university days when she faced a public speaking...
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796 | Rewriting Your Stories to Change Your Life
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I was recently a guest on a friend and client’s podcast, Renee Walker of the Spiritually Wired Podcast. Renee was an incredible host, and she asked so many great questions about rewriting stories and how NLP has supported me with this work. I knew I wanted to reshare the episode on this show, too. Be sure to tune in as Renée and Marsha chat all about the transformative work that can come from Neuro Linguistic Programming, also known as NLP, and demystifying what they are all about when it comes to breaking through the barriers of your unconscious mind and unhealthy thought...
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795 | What Did 2024 Teach You?
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In this episode of the podcast, I reflect on the transformative journey of the past year and share a powerful practice for you to try as we approach the end of 2024. It is so important to take a moment to pause and consider what this year has taught you before we rush into setting goals for 2025. This year has taught me that I cannot escape who I am, and it is time to embrace my authentic self rather than conform to external expectations. Throughout the episode, I explore the concept of duality, sharing how I have simultaneously experienced significant growth in my business and personal...
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794 | The Heartbeat of My Business - Bold Moves and UnBreakable Confidence
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In this Heartbeat of My Business Podcast Series, I am thrilled to welcome my dear friend and strategic performance coach, Meghan Weir. Together, we dive deep into the dive deep into the transformative power of sisterhood and collaboration. This is episode five of our series, and we are excited to explore taking bold moves and having unbreakable confidence in growing and scaling your business. Throughout the episode, we explore the concept of bold moves—how they often feel daunting at the moment but can lead to significant growth when reflected upon. I share my strategy of asking...
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793 | It's All Connected Through Your Fascia with Anna Rahe
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In this episode, we speak with Anna Rahe, GST Body's Founder, CEO and educator. For the past 25+ years, Anna has delved deep into a liberating and empowering relationship with fascia so that as many people as possible can invest in their health, restore their vitality, and heal themselves with the proprietary tools she has created. As the founder, CEO and educator of GST Body, Anna has spoken about holistic body care through fascia around the world, partnered with top athletes, surgeons, physicians and celebrities, and been featured in various publications, from Shape to Elle, Net-a-Porter to...
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792 | How Important Is It for You to Be Right?
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In this episode, I dive into a topic that resonates deeply, especially as we approach the holiday season—when many of us find ourselves in close quarters with family members we may not always see eye to eye with. The stress and chaos of the holidays can often exacerbate tensions, leading to conflicts that leave us feeling drained and frustrated. Throughout the episode, I encourage listeners to consider their energy in conversations, especially during disagreements. I discuss how our words and thoughts can create a toxic cycle of conflict, likening it to "spewing poison" that ultimately harms...
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791 | The Heartbeat of My Business - The Power of Sisterhood & Collaboration Ep #4
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In this Heartbeat of My Business Podcast Series, I am thrilled to welcome my dear friend and strategic performance coach, Meghan Weir. Together, we dive deep into the dive deep into the transformative power of sisterhood and collaboration. This is episode four of our series, and we are excited to explore how to explore and highlight the power of sisterhood and collaboration in growing your business. As we share our personal experiences, I reflect on my nine-year journey as an entrepreneur and how I initially felt isolated in my work. I discuss the importance of community and how...
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790 | The Realities of Entrepreneurship and Personal Growth with Carly Ottaway
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming Carly Ottaway. Carly is the CEO of Web of Words, an award-winning boutique marketing agency that empowers entrepreneurs to amplify their online presence and grow their businesses. As a journalist turned copywriter turned agency owner, Carly thrives on helping people and brands articulate their stories with authenticity and purpose. Her passion lies in guiding entrepreneurs to lead from their intuition and embrace more flow in their growth journey. With a decade of experience scaling her business and expanding her family, Carly is dedicated to...
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789 | Breaking Free from the Cycle of Self-Criticism
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In this episode, as we approach the end of 2024, I dive into the often challenging process of self-reflection that many of us face at this time of year. It's common to find ourselves caught in a cycle of overthinking and self-criticism, questioning our achievements and feeling like we haven't done enough. I share my personal experiences of being my own harshest critic and how this mindset can hinder our growth and success. I explore the idea that we tend to be most critical of the very things that showcase our unique gifts and talents. I discuss how this self-doubt can stem from external...
info_outlineIn this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming Avalon Moans, a talented photographer specializing in helping female small business owners become the confident face of their brands. Our conversation began with a nostalgic reflection on our first meeting at a networking event, where I encouraged Avalon to share her story and record it. This moment marked a significant turning point for her, as it helped her gain confidence in articulating her message.
Avalon shared her transformative journey, highlighting how stepping out of her comfort zone by volunteering at networking events opened doors to a supportive community of entrepreneurs. We discussed the importance of building connections and how offering services for free can lead to invaluable experiences and relationships. Avalon emphasized that trusting your intuition, even when others advise against it, can lead to incredible opportunities.
As we delved deeper into Avalon's work, she explained her unique approach to photography, which goes beyond aesthetics. She focuses on helping her clients embody their future selves through intentional and powerful imagery. Avalon believes that photography can serve as a manifestation tool, allowing clients to visualize and step into the business owners they aspire to be.
We also touched on Avalon's personal growth, discussing her past struggles with anxiety and self-doubt. She shared a poignant story about overcoming her fear of driving on the highway, which ultimately led her to confront deeper beliefs about her self-worth and ability to care for herself. This revelation was a powerful reminder of the importance of addressing the root causes of our fears and limiting beliefs.
As we wrapped up our conversation, Avalon expressed her vision for the future, including the desire to expand her photography business into a full-service brand agency. She aims to create workshops and spaces that foster community and support for fellow entrepreneurs.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of personal growth, the power of storytelling, and the transformative impact of stepping into one's authentic self. Avalon's journey is an inspiring reminder that our stories can change at any moment, and with the right support and mindset, we can achieve our dreams.
HIGHLIGHTS
00:00:00 - Introduction and First Meeting
00:01:00 - Overcoming Nervousness
00:02:15 - Transformative Networking Experience
00:04:01 - Trusting Intuition
00:06:06 - Building Connections
00:07:12 - Avalon's Photography Journey
00:08:40 - Embodying Future Self
00:10:54 - Connecting to Higher Self
00:12:18 - Avalon's Vision for the Future
00:15:05 - Reflecting on Past Struggles
00:18:43 - The Importance of Self-Belief
00:21:09 - Discovering Photography
00:23:03 - Seeing Possibilities
00:29:40 - The Power of Emotion in Photography
00:32:32 - Building Confidence Through Experience
00:34:50 - Lessons in Overcoming Fear
00:36:48 - Gratitude and Reflection
Connect with Avalon
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avalonmohnsphoto/
Website: https://avalonmohns.com/next-level-brand
Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster
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