Cultivating Conscious Leadership with Charlie Saffro
Conscious Habit
Can you build a successful business, lead with heart and ditch the burnout badge of honor? Charlie Saffro says yes, and she’s got the stories to prove it. In this special episode, recorded live in the Conscious Habit community, Amy reconnects with Charlie Saffro—founder of CS Recruiting and unapologetic champion of conscious leadership—for a candid, no-fluff convo about leading with purpose in a world obsessed with hustle. Charlie pulls back the curtain on what it really means to ditch performative grind culture and embrace human-first leadership. They get real about what happens when...
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Meditate on This: Conscious Money
Conscious Habit
Ready to vibe higher with your finances? 💸✨ Amy gets real about money, not just the dollars and cents, but the energy behind it. From penny-counting childhood memories to shifting fear into abundance, she opens up about healing her money story and redefining what it means to be truly wealthy. 💖 This isn’t your typical money talk. We're flipping the script on old beliefs, blessing bills (yes, really 🙏), and embracing the truth that money isn’t power or success—it’s just energy. If you’ve ever felt dread swiping your card or guilt when receiving, this episode invites you to...
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Radical Self-Acceptance with Dr. Laura Gallaher
Conscious Habit
What if the key to better leadership, less stress, and deeper connection wasn’t about doing more—but unlearning what’s holding you back? Amy and Dr. Laura Gallaher as they dive into what it really means to lead from the inside out 💖. They unpack radical self-acceptance, sneaky defense mechanisms, and how stress is more about your stories than your circumstances. With laughs, real talk, and powerful insights, this convo will help you quiet your inner critic and lead with more love, intention, and authenticity 🌱. Additional Resources: Take the Learn more about ...
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Meditate on This: Conscious Relationships
Conscious Habit
In this episode, Amy shares lessons from 22+ years of marriage 🎙️❤️. From marrying her total opposite to realizing that love is a practice, not a possession, she dives into the messy, beautiful work of building conscious relationships. Expect real talk, and a few truth bombs that might just shift how you see your partner…and yourself. 💝 Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Relationships serve as mirrors, reflecting our internal struggles. Expecting more from others than we’re willing to give is a recipe for resentment. A single person cannot and...
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Work Twisties: Finding your landing when life's upside-down with Ify Walker
Conscious Habit
In this powerful episode, Amy sits down with Ify Walker, Founder & CEO of Offor, to explore the disorienting phenomenon she calls the “Work Twisties” 🌀—those moments when grief, burnout, or loss leave you feeling completely unmoored. Ify shares her deeply personal journey of losing her father and how it shook the foundation of her leadership, identity, and self-trust. But she didn’t abandon her path—she rebuilt it with vulnerability, courage, and intention 💪🏾. From trusting her team like never before to learning how to talk to herself with compassion, Ify offers...
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Meditate on This: Conscious Parenting
Conscious Habit
Parenting doesn’t come with a manual—but it does come with lessons (usually the hard way). In this episode, Amy shares the journey of raising her two boys and what conscious parenting has taught her along the way. From learning to say “I’m sorry” to mastering the art of nervous system regulation, she reflects on how parenting shifts—from leading in front, to walking beside, to cheering from behind. It's all about raising confident, emotionally healthy adults—not just obedient kids. Whether you're in the toddler trenches or parenting young adults, this episode offers support,...
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Eliminating Triggers and Trauma with Laurel Wiers
Conscious Habit
What if the real reason you're stuck isn’t mindset—but a memory your body hasn’t let go of? In this powerful episode, Amy chats with Laurel Wiers, founder of Optimal Outcome, about how unresolved trauma (even the “small stuff”) shows up in our work, relationships, and leadership. Laurel shares how high achievers unknowingly carry emotional weight that holds them back—and how healing doesn’t have to take years. From anxiety and burnout to breakthrough and peace... this one’s a game-changer. Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Trauma isn’t...
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Meditate on This: Conscious Politics
Conscious Habit
Let’s talk politics... 😬 but in a conscious, heart-centered way 💡 Amy dives into how we can stay grounded, open, and kind—even when things get heated. It’s not about picking sides, it’s about picking perspective. From personal stories to soul-level reminders, this one’s all about turning conflict into clarity and leading with empathy 🌍✨ Tune in for a mindset shift you didn’t know you needed. Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Conscious leadership in politics isn’t about neutrality—it’s about empathy and responsibility. Personal...
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Executive Loneliness with Nick Jonsson
Conscious Habit
Nick Jonsson, founder of Limitless Executive Solutions, shares his powerful story of climbing to the top—only to find himself deeply isolated. In this candid convo with Amy, Nick unpacks the realities of executive loneliness, the turning point that saved his life, and how he's now helping others find connection and resilience. A must-listen for every leader navigating success behind the scenes. 💬🧠💪 Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Executive loneliness is widespread yet rarely talked about—especially among men. Vulnerability is a strength and a...
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Meditate on This: Energy Management
Conscious Habit
Feeling drained? 😴 Your energy affects everything—from your mood to your choices to the vibes you bring into a room! In this episode, Amy is breaking down energy management—how food, movement, and mindset shape how you feel and function. Small shifts = big impact! Tune in for quick and useful tips to keep your energy high and your impact powerful. Because when you feel good, you do good! 🔥 Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Energy management is consciousness management. When energy dips, so does awareness, patience, and decision-making. Fuel your body...
info_outlineWhat if the key to better leadership, less stress, and deeper connection wasn’t about doing more—but unlearning what’s holding you back?
Amy and Dr. Laura Gallaher as they dive into what it really means to lead from the inside out 💖. They unpack radical self-acceptance, sneaky defense mechanisms, and how stress is more about your stories than your circumstances.
With laughs, real talk, and powerful insights, this convo will help you quiet your inner critic and lead with more love, intention, and authenticity 🌱.
Additional Resources:
Take the Self Acceptance Quiz!
Connect with Dr. Laura on LinkedIn
Learn more about Gallaher Edge
Join the “Conscious Conversations” Community!
Sign Up for the Conscious Habit Newsletter
Learn more about Conscious Habit
Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn
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Key Takeaways:
- Conscious leadership starts with heightened self-awareness and reducing autopilot behaviors.
- Defense mechanisms—like blame, sarcasm, and being overly nice—signal deeper self-acceptance gaps.
- Radical self-acceptance and continuous self-improvement are not opposites; they can coexist harmoniously.
- Stress isn't caused by external events—it's a reaction to the meaning we assign them.
- A judgment-free internal environment leads to healthier external relationships.