08: Aligning with Spring Energy: Seasonal Shifts + Guided Meditation
Release Date: 03/19/2025
17: Why It's Not Too Late: Shirin Eskandani's Journey to Motherhood at 40
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what if it's not too late for the life and the things you really want? in this soul-expanding episode, I sit down with Shirin Eskandani, founder of and the to talk about becoming a mom at 40, redefining success, and building a trauma-informed, decolonized coaching practice rooted in equity, integrity, and heart. shirin shares what it looks like to trust your own timeline, especially when it doesn’t match society’s expectations. from soft-launching her baby girl (yes, really) to shifting careers and creating a revolutionary coaching program, this conversation is a powerful reminder that...
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16: Motherhood after Miscarriage: Navigating Grief and Choosing Joy with Registered Dietitian Brittany Jones MS RD LD
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how do you move forward when motherhood begins with loss? (quick note: this episode includes honest conversation around miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss. if that feels too heavy today, honor what you need. the episode will be here when you're ready) this week’s conversation on motherhood, differently is with —registered dietitian, business owner, and mother of one child on eart and four in heaven—to talk about what motherhood looks like when it's shaped by grief, loss, and ultimately, the choice to live fully in the now. Brittany shares her experience with recurrent pregnancy...
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15: Why are the dishes in the dryer? (meltdowns, breakthroughs, and lists of big ass dreams)
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It’s my birthday episode, and surprise — I’m crying on the mic. (We love consistency.) This week, I sat down to reflect on turning 36 and ended up sharing one of the most raw, unfiltered episodes I’ve ever recorded. I talk about the emotional breakdown that took me out, the four-day cry I didn’t see coming, and the weird metaphor that floated into my brain mid-spiral: why are the dishes in the dryer? If your life has been feeling loud, messy, and absurd in ways you can’t even explain — same. I’m right there with you. But also? I’m still becoming. Still dreaming. Still...
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14: IVF, Infertility, and Black Womanhood with my cousin Porsha Glover
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How does infertility shape your identity? How about as a Black woman? In this close-to-home interview on motherhood differently, I sit down with my cousin Porsha Glover to have a powerful conversation about IVF, infertility, and what it means to become a mother as a Black woman navigating infertility. Porsha opens up about learning about possible infertility at a young age, her journey through IVF, the emotional and physical toll of fertility treatments, and how it all impacted her identity, relationships, and sense of self. We talk about the unique struggles Black women face in fertility...
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13: Why you're still Burnt Out with Empowerment Coach Cass Cruz
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What if burnout isn’t just exhaustion, but a disconnection from your power? Empowerment Coach Cass Cruz unpacks the deeper roots of burnout, identity, and what it means to live in alignment with who you really are. Founder of Nova Coaching, Cass shares how her own experience with corporate burnout and depression led her to leave a high-level marketing career and step into her purpose: helping others reconnect with their inner power and live from a place of truth. If you’ve ever felt like rest isn’t enough, like you're doing “all the right things” but still feel empty or...
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12: The Power of Your Voice, Your Story, and Truly Listening with Bethany Hawkins
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What if your voice isn’t just meant to be heard, but also honored? And what if sharing your story could be the exact thing that changes your life and someone else’s? In this powerful, laughter-fueled episode, I sit down with Bethany Hawkins, a seasoned entrepreneur, podcast producer, and founder of the award-winning podcast production company Crackers In Soup, to explore what it really means to use your voice with intention. After spending 18+ years in corporate America (in the criminal justice system), Bethany made a bold pivot and started her own business. Now she’s helping women of...
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11: Reclaiming Pleasure + the Power of Shadow Work with Latoya Dixon Smith
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What if pleasure was more than a luxury and shadow work was the portal to reclaiming it? This week, I’m joined by Latoya Dixon Smith (she/her)—boudoir photographer, embodiment coach, and founder of Greenville Boudoir and One Union Studios—to explore how shadow work, nervous system healing, and sensual embodiment can radically transform how we live, love, and lead. We unpack the ways control, burnout, and the pressure to stay “nice” disconnect us from our truth—and how shadow work, sensual embodiment, and creative rebellion can guide us back to authenticity and power. Whether...
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10: Keeping the Peace Is Costing Your Sanity | Let's Talk About It
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Warning: This one’s a little vent-y, a little cursy, and a whole lotta honest. In this Let's Talk About It episode, I get real about what “keeping the peace” actually costs—especially in family dynamics where silence is expected and boundaries are nonexistent. I’m telling the story of a recent family incident that shook me, plus unpacking the emotional aftermath and how often we betray ourselves just to avoid rocking the boat. If you’ve ever walked away from a situation thinking “Why didn’t I say something?”—this one’s for you. Come for the truth bombs, stay for the Petty...
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09: Human Design for Beginners: Decoding Your Chart with Jameer Hart
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Ever feel like you’re doing everything right and still swimming upstream? Like no matter how hard you try, life just won’t flow? In this episode, I sit down with Seer and Creative Consultant Jameer Hart (he/they) to help you understand why that might be happening—and how your Human Design chart may hold the key to moving through life with more ease, clarity, and alignment. We break down what Human Design actually is, how to read your chart, and why understanding your unique energetic blueprint can help you stop forcing and start flowing. Jameer walks us through the five Human Design...
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08: Aligning with Spring Energy: Seasonal Shifts + Guided Meditation
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How can you align with the energy of spring without falling back into hustle mode? Let’s explore the natural transition from winter to spring and why seasonal shifts matter for your mindset and well-being. Learn why growth requires stillness first and how resting through winter creates the foundation for renewal. I’m sharing insights on seasonal cycles, cultural spring traditions like Norooz and Holi, and how to reconnect with your body’s natural rhythms. What you'll hear about hear: Why growth requires rest and how winter fuels spring energy How to embrace seasonal cycles without...
info_outlineHow can you align with the energy of spring without falling back into hustle mode?
Let’s explore the natural transition from winter to spring and why seasonal shifts matter for your mindset and well-being. Learn why growth requires stillness first and how resting through winter creates the foundation for renewal. I’m sharing insights on seasonal cycles, cultural spring traditions like Norooz and Holi, and how to reconnect with your body’s natural rhythms.
What you'll hear about hear:
- Why growth requires rest and how winter fuels spring energy
- How to embrace seasonal cycles without falling into hustle culture
- Cultural significance of spring (Norooz, Holi, Easter, and more)
- Practical ways to align with spring’s energy for greater ease and creativity
Ready to quiet your mind, release tension, and reconnect with yourself?
Join me for a moment of stillness –a guided virtual workshop designed to help you pause, breathe, and find clarity with intention. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or stuck in constant “doing” mode, this is your chance to experience the power and necessity of stillness and discover how ease and alignment cna flow from within.
Save your spot here: alifedifferently.com/stillness
Resources from this episode:
- Read the full blog post: alifedifferently.com/podcast/aligning-with-seasons-spring-guided-meditation
- Listen to a Spring Equinox episode of Wholehearted Coaching: The Podcast with Shirin Eskandani: wholehearted-coaching.com/podcast/spring-equinox
- Learn more about my virtual workshop, a moment of stillness: alifedifferently.com/stillness
- Follow a life differently on Instagram: @alifedifferently
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Credits:
Show Music by Mykola Sosin from Pixabay
Meditation Music by Leigh Robinson from Pixabay