05 Owning Your Story: Women Who Shift with Grecia Ruiz
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Okay bestie, grab your Lisa Frank notebook and your iced latte because this episode is giving full empowerment era. Amanda and special guest Grecia Ruiz sit down to talk all things self-discovery, career transitions, community, and unapologetic women empowerment. From leaving the corporate grind for entrepreneurship, to rewriting your story with intentional language, Amanda & Grecia get real about the messy middle: hate-to-healing emotions, the patience it takes to build, and the power of celebrating every lilâ win along the way. This convo is basically your reminder that you are...
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04 Permission to Process
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đŤ New Ep Drop: âPermission to Processâ đŤ In this episode of Big Shift Energy, Amanda Lazenby takes you on a grounding ride â part meditation, part real talk, all heart. With mindfulness at the center, she unpacks the messiness of grief, the medicine of playfulness, and the beauty of processing emotions instead of just reacting. Amanda reflects on her own journey, sharing how tuning into lifeâs cues (the heavy vs. the light, the pause vs. the push) can unlock self-reflection and personal growth. From breathwork to celebrating small wins, this convo reminds us that emotional...
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03 Anchored AF: Finding Stability in the Spiral
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Not every day is sunshine and glitterâand thatâs okay. In this episode of Big Shift Energy, Amanda reminds us that bad days arenât detours, theyâre part of the journey. With honesty and care, she shares how breathwork, movement, and mindful self-care can shift us through emotional heaviness, especially in seasons of grief. The saying "bad days are part of a good life," appeared on with Devon. Through personal stories and reflections, Amanda highlights the resilience that comes from witnessing our emotions without letting them take over. This isnât about bypassing the hard...
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02 Redefining Breakups: The Art of Conscious Uncoupling
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In this heartfelt solo episode of Big Shift Energy, Amanda gets real about the messy, human side of divorce and the practice of conscious uncoupling. Instead of focusing on endings as failures, she reframes separation as a space for compassion, respect, and personal growth. She shares pieces of her own journey, the boundaries that helped her heal, and the resources that can support anyone moving through a breakup or big transition. From self-care rituals to leaning on community, this episode reminds us that even in loss, thereâs room for love, healing, and new beginnings. Whether youâre...
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01 Burnout 101: How to Recognize, Recover, and Rebuild
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Okay babes, itâs officially birthday szn for Big Shift Energy â we are celebrating ONE year of podcasting! đđ In this very special (and a little sparkly) episode, Amanda is serving up some real talk on burnout, boundaries, and bouncing back. From her own âuh-oh, Iâm running on fumesâ moments to the glow-up strategies that helped her reclaim her energy, Amandaâs spilling all the self-care tea. â⨠Weâre talking mental health check-ins, building routines that actually feel good, and remembering you are so much more than your productivity. If youâve been feeling...
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42 From Cubicles to Chicken Coops with Devon Ballard-Hudson
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In this throwback-inspired episode of Big Shift Energy, Amanda and her BFF Devon Hudson take a nostalgic trip down memory lane while exploring the journey of living authentically. From Devon's epic shift from corporate life to homesteading, to the power of listening to your body, this episode is all about aligning with your true self. Think deep breathing, goat yoga, and living your best life! Whether you're ready to make a big change or just need some inspo, this convo is your reminder to trust your gut, embrace your journey, and celebrate every step forward. Contact Info Holla at me!...
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41 Breathe Into Your Season: A Guided Visualization
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In this cozy episode of Big Shift Energy, Amanda invites you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself through a gentle guided visualization. Rooted in mindfulness, seasonal awareness, and intentional living, this journey offers space to ground down, honor your current phase, and reflect on whatâs quietly blossoming within. Whether youâre in the thick of change or simply craving a moment of peace, Amandaâs words guide you back to your breath, your body, and your inner rhythm. Expect softness, permission, and a reminder that growth doesnât always look loud. đ Takeaways:...
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40 Burn the Rulebook, Keep the Dream, Choose YOUrself with Lo from Citrus Collective Co
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đ§ Burn the Rulebook, Keep the Dream, Choose YOUrself with Lo from Citrus Collective Co ⨠In this heart-to-heart episode of Big Shift Energy, Amanda links up with special guest Lauren for a deep dive into all things real. From navigating grief to embracing body positivity, they chat about quiet quitting as an act of self-love, building safe spaces in biz, and the power of showing up authentically you. Think breathwork, boundary-setting, and celebrating your growthâbecause you're not just surviving, you're thriving. Whether youâre healing, shifting, or just vibing your way through the...
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39 Trippinâ (But Like, In a Grounded Way)
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đŤ New Ep Drop: âTrippinâ (But Like, In a Grounded Way)â đŤ This episode is giving âď¸ travel glow-up meets inner peace realness. Amandaâs serving grounded energy with a sprinkle of creative magicâthink breathwork, junk journaling, mindset shifts, and self-advocacy for those high-vibe only trips. From packing your mini bag with intention to leaving your emotional baggage behind (literally), this one's for anyone craving growth, calm, and creative expression on the go. Catch the inspo and give yourself permission to be the badass traveler you are. đ Takeaways: đż...
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38 Pre-Trip Energy Check: Talking Travel, Food & Vibes Part II
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In this episode of Big Shift Energy, Amanda and Kelly dive into the real talk behind travel prepâfrom morning rituals to managing stress, decision fatigue, and communication on the go. They unpack (literally and figuratively) what it means to travel lightânot just in luggage but in mindset. With an upcoming trip on the horizon, they explore how conflict resolution, decisive action, and emotional awareness can shape more expansive, ease-filled experiences. Itâs not just about getting thereâitâs about how you grow along the way. ⨠Key Takeaways Life and travel both require...
info_outlineđŤ New Ep Drop: âParenting From the Inside Out with Grace Williamsâ đŤ
On this heart-to-heart edition of Big Shift Energy, Amanda links up with the wise and wonderful Grace Williams to talk all things parenting, big emotions, and making those major inner shifts đâ¨
From messy teen moods to inner child healing, this oneâs got layers.
Plus, things get tender (and a little playful) during a round of Worksmith Rouletteâa reflective game that brings up big questions about grief, healing, and how we find meaning in tough moments. They also challenge the âeverything happens for a reasonâ trope, share personal wins, and remind us that growth doesnât need to be perfectâit just needs to be yours.
đŚ This oneâs for the cycle-breakers, soft-hearted parents, and anyone choosing to grow, even when itâs hard. You are not aloneâand youâre doing better than you think.
Press play for grounded insight, big feels, and that signature BSE realness. đ
Contact Info
- Holla at me! Instagram: BigShiftEnergy
- World Wide Web: https://bigshiftenergy.my.canva.site/sillygoose
Connect with Grace:
- Instagram: @lovethosevibes
đ Takeaways:
- Reparenting = healing the past so you can show up in the now
- Breathwork for when your nervous systemâs doing the most
- Emotional safety over perfection parenting
- Teenagers be feeling everythingâand so do we
- Family dynamics (aka why youâre not âtoo muchâ)
- Discomfort â something to fix
- Building community in unexpected places
- Choosing connection > control
- Hot take: kids' shows sometimes say what adults wonât
đ§ Sound Bites for the Feels:
- âI just want to have the world's okayest day.â -Amanda
- âI've been able to see like the evidence of quality relationships of people who are so happy and content and good to themselves.â -Grace
- âBecause discomfort doesn't always mean that you're not moving forward.â -Amanda
- âYou're a person, not a project.â -Grace
- "And if they didn't love you in the way that you receive love, that doesn't mean they didn't love you." -Amanda
- "The time to heal from something can often take longer than the time to experience it." -Grace
đ°ď¸ Chapters (CD tracklist energy):
00:00 â Introduction
05:01 â Breathwork as a grounding tool
09:59 â Big shifts in parenting
20:03 â Emotional awareness with kids
30:08 â Reparenting = real growth
39:18 â Love, acceptance & seeing clearly
42:46 â Feeling it all + staying connected
45:45 â Parenting through the messy parts
53:39 â Building real community
01:01:21 â Choosing connection over fear
01:10:02 â Self-worth & the journey inward
01:19:17 â Worksmith Roulette intro
01:20:06 â Grief & the healing process
01:25:20 â When âeverything happens for a reasonâ doesnât land
01:31:45 â Toot Toot Time: celebrating small wins
01:38:28 â Self-love tools + shifting forward