Authentic & Brave Podcast
The Authentic and Brave Podcast is a workshop style, educational, vulnerability-pushing podcast packed with creative ideas and suggestions that are helping others tune into what they want most and courageously going after it. Together we will talk about our mental health, self-care, creativity, and learn how to connect to true authentic selves. Are you a high achiever who has done everything you are “supposed” to do and still feel disconnected from yourself? Do you know you are called to do something different but are afraid of taking the next step? What would you do if you weren’t afraid? How can you tap into your true, authentic self to bravely create a life you love while being exactly who you were meant to be? Sometimes, the bravest thing we can do is ask for help or admit we want something different. Whether you are a newbie or life-long self-development seeker, or are simply tired of ignoring who you are, this show is for you.
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28: Embrace Change and Unleash Your Authentic Self: A Conversation with Robbin Kent on Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone and Finding Your Inner Strengths
08/08/2023
28: Embrace Change and Unleash Your Authentic Self: A Conversation with Robbin Kent on Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone and Finding Your Inner Strengths
Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone? How can you tell it is even time to do this? It is possible to do this while being brave among change, and with an internal knowing that it is time to grow in authenticity, and that’s why I’m so excited to be joined today by my amazing guest, Robbin Kent. Robin is a Brand Strategist and “Techie Girl”, and says that supporting women who believe they are made for more is absolutely magical to her. She’s a wife of 26 years to her college sweetheart and mom to two amazing kids, and Robin has always known that supporting others was a gift and love of hers. This is why she pursued her college degrees with a B.S in Psychology, along with a M.A School Counseling & a M.A in Industrial Organizational Psychology. The love of learning runs constantly through her veins. In this episode, Robbin shares her expertise on how you can move into a new chapter of life, while leaning into the different strengths you possess. She reveals how to tell it is time to make that big change, and the actions steps to take once you have made the decision to move forward. If something we talk about today resonates with you, we want to know! You can connect with Robbin and I on Instagram, @robbinkent and @authenticandbrave, and until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave! It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! If you’re a fan of young adult fiction, magic and adventure, you won’t want to miss Kindreds! Get your copy now at .
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27: Unleashing the Power of Choices: Breaking Free from Feeling Stuck
07/18/2023
27: Unleashing the Power of Choices: Breaking Free from Feeling Stuck
Have you ever felt stuck? Like there’s no options, no choice, and you have no ability to change directions? In this episode, I share my experiences in feeling this way, and what I do when I recognize it. When we feel stuck, it can feel like a weight of bricks holding us down or that we’re stuck spinning our wheels unsure how to get out of the rut. There are so many reasons we feel stuck, but I think the most helpful place to start is recognizing that we have choices. We may not like the options, but we do have them, and that is the key to getting unstuck and truly living an authentic and brave life! It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! If you’re a fan of young adult fiction, magic and adventure, you won’t want to miss Kindreds! Get your copy now at . Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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26: Spicy Tacos & Salty Margaritas: Navigating Anger in Marriage
07/11/2023
26: Spicy Tacos & Salty Margaritas: Navigating Anger in Marriage
In last week’s episode, I revealed what anger is, how we experience and feel it, and of course, how we express it. Today, I welcome back my husband John to the podcast to help us go deeper into this topic of anger, and specifically, how anger impacts a relationship. You’ll hear a bit about how we both experienced anger while growing up, and how it has come up at different times as adults in our marriage. I invite you to look at the ways you feel and express anger in your own relationship, and remember, you can be angry at someone and continue to love them at the same time! Are you tired of dealing with complicated processes when you’re trying to sell products online? Get started with SamCart today and receive a special discount code by using . It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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25: Demystifying Anger (Once and For All)
07/04/2023
25: Demystifying Anger (Once and For All)
While I often like to discuss how fear can hold us back, today I talk about another emotion that we often experience but aren’t sure how to accept, and that is anger. In this episode, I want to demystify anger a bit, to normalize it, and to change how we see it. As you’ll hear, in the past few months I have been challenged to feel and express my own anger in a few different situations. It hasn’t been easy. I don’t like being angry, but the more I work at allowing anger not to be negative and shame myself for feeling it, the more I don’t shy away from expressing it. I want this episode to help shed some light for you on what anger is, and isn’t, and to give you the tools to recognize, understand and label it. Once this happens, you will then be able to express and regulate it. Please let me know if you found this information and how you use the strategies I present today in your own life, and as mentioned, I’d love to have you as part of to continue the discussion! If you’re a fan of young adult fiction, magic and adventure, you won’t want to miss Kindreds! Get your copy now at It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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24: Courage Unleashed: Embracing Authenticity and Being Brave as a Teen with Lilianna Russell
06/27/2023
24: Courage Unleashed: Embracing Authenticity and Being Brave as a Teen with Lilianna Russell
Today is a very special episode, as I am talking with my own 15-year-old daughter, Lili, about her journey in being authentic and brave. In this episode, Lili reveals how she was able to understand her true self and to help others, including us as her family, understand as well. I’m so proud of Lili for coming on the podcast to share her very personal story, and for being so open and vulnerable in doing it. We hope what you hear today will be of value to you as well, whether you are a parent or a teenager who is on your own path to understand what it means to live an authentic and brave life. If you’re a fan of young adult fiction, magic and adventure, you won’t want to miss Kindreds! Get your copy now at It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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23: Good Nails, Good Vibes & How Color Can Help You Manifest
06/20/2023
23: Good Nails, Good Vibes & How Color Can Help You Manifest
Many women I talk with discuss how certain colors make them feel, and I want to explore this topic today. Specifically, what does picking out a nail color have to do with living an authentic and brave life? In this episode, I look at the messaging I was raised with about spending money on having my nails done, having the right color picked out, and how others may see me. That’s a lot of pressure for picking out a color to put on my nails for a few weeks. So why then does it cause so much anxiety for me? Sometimes we have to do some things that make us uncomfortable, because of our silly internal rules that we don't even realize we have. We have to challenge them, we have to move past our comfort zone. Sometimes, we just have to let ourselves be who we are, and for me, today, that’s wearing orange nails. I hope this episode and its message helps you on your way to living authentically, and aids you in feeling good while manifesting all that it is you desire! If you’re a fan of young adult fiction, magic and adventure, you won’t want to miss Kindreds! Get your copy now at It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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22: Wellness Made Easy with Michelle Bibbens of Michelle’s Well
06/13/2023
22: Wellness Made Easy with Michelle Bibbens of Michelle’s Well
Today’s guest openly shares her own health, wellness and entrepreneurial journey and how she found her passion through having the bravery to stay true to herself, which are all key themes I talk about often on this podcast. Michelle Bibbens own’s , an online product-based store that curates organic herbal tea blends that help others feel well and rejuvenated by using nature as medicine. By making use of the plants and herbs that God provided, we can find healing and relief from a number of ailments. Michelle’s Well truly cares about your overall well-being and strives to use the best possible ingredients to share with the world. Michelle’s Well has a desire to help empower the wellness community as a whole, and be part of what helps create freedom from the western medical system. As you’ll hear, Michelle has answered the callings she encountered along the way by finding what truly lit her up, and it was so inspiring to hear, in her own words, how she now encourages people to go on their own health journeys. I can’t wait for you to meet Michelle and to learn more about her story and mission! If you’re a fan of young adult fiction, magic and adventure, you won’t want to miss Kindreds! Get your copy now at It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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21: Nurturing Wellness: Cultivating Your Best Self with Gina Lathan
06/06/2023
21: Nurturing Wellness: Cultivating Your Best Self with Gina Lathan
I’m so excited to introduce you to today’s special guest, Gina Lathan. I met Gina several years ago while on a women’s wellness retreat, and I’ve been working with her ever since. Gina is the owner of Wandering Wellness Collective and the owner of Camp Loon, which you’ve heard me talk about on this podcast. She is also the Director of Business Development for a national manufacturer, a wife, a mother, a friend, a community volunteer and forever optimist. As you’ll hear, Gina is grateful for the opportunity to bring together like-minded women, and she absolutely loves to share her ideas on relaxation, empowerment, inspiration and positivity. If you like what Gina shares today and if you are ready for pampering, inspiration, relaxation, balance, connection, and more, you’ll want to check out the upcoming Wandering Wellness retreats at Camp Loon, by visiting ! If you’re a fan of young adult fiction, magic and adventure, you won’t want to miss Kindreds! Get your copy now at It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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20: The Emotion Revolution: Navigating How We Feel and RULER for Personal Growth
05/30/2023
20: The Emotion Revolution: Navigating How We Feel and RULER for Personal Growth
If you’ve ever been to therapy, you’ve probably been asked the question, “how does that make you feel?” In fact, it’s often joked about that in the therapy world, that’s all you get asked! While therapy is more than just how you feel, being able to identify at any moment how you feel is an important part of life. In today’s episode, we are going to focus on emotions, a bit on feelings, emotional intelligence, and my favorite tool for helping you identify what is going on inside to be able to bravely express yourself and live more authentically: RULER. If you’re a fan of young adult fiction, magic and adventure, you won’t want to miss Kindreds! Get your copy now at It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at !
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19: Nurturing Superwoman: Empowering to Focus on Self-Care
05/23/2023
19: Nurturing Superwoman: Empowering to Focus on Self-Care
This episode is for all you superwomen. You know who I am talking to. All women. That’s right, it’s for every woman out there who is busy caretaking, working, and making this world a better place. In this episode, I want to talk about a topic that has a lot of traction lately and is a common social media buzzword, and this self-care. I discussed self-care in Episode 6 of this podcast from the perspective of being gentle with yourself. Now, I want to dive a bit deeper into what self-care truly is and isn’t, and how to carve out some time and give yourself permission to take care of yourself. As you’ll hear, real self-care involves consistent practices and habits that support our overall health and happiness. We absolutely need to recognize the importance of self-care and understand that self-care is not selfish, it’s essential for your overall well-being. Remember, real self-care is a continuous and ongoing process that requires self-awareness, self-compassion and the willingness to make choices that support your well-being. I hope this episode sheds some light on what self-care really is all about, and gives you practical action steps, tips and reframes that you can begin using in your own life daily. It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Are you tired of dealing with complicated processes when you’re trying to sell products online? If so, you’re in luck because SamCart has got you covered! Listeners of this podcast can get started today and receive a special discount code by using my SamCart affiliate link, . Start selling like a pro, and trust us, your customers will thank you. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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18: How to Start Building the Life You Really Want with Transformational Coach Daisy Hillbrands
05/16/2023
18: How to Start Building the Life You Really Want with Transformational Coach Daisy Hillbrands
Are you wanting “more”, but you’re not quite sure what it is or if it is even possible for you? Or do you feel like the life you desire is within reach, but you’re just not sure what steps to even take first to go after it? I’m excited to welcome transformational coach Daisy Hillbrands to the podcast to help answer these important questions, and so much more. Daisy’s practice helping individual clients is exclusively online, and she herself is a digital nomad and a part-time van traveller with a cat. Daisy is no stranger to changing directions in life to follow a more authentic and brave path, and as you’ll hear in this episode, she recognizes that sometimes even when you have checked all the boxes of a “good” life, it just might not be what makes you happy. Daisy helps others clarify what they want and to show them that change is indeed possible, no matter what age you are, and I hope you are as inspired listening to Daisy as I was in having this conversation with her. It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Are you tired of dealing with complicated processes when you’re trying to sell products online? If so, you’re in luck because SamCart has got you covered! Listeners of this podcast can get started today and receive a special discount code by using my SamCart affiliate link, . Start selling like a pro, and trust us, your customers will thank you. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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17: Trauma Can Happen to ANYONE (Here’s What to Do)
05/09/2023
17: Trauma Can Happen to ANYONE (Here’s What to Do)
The last few episodes have featured wonderful, strong women coaches as guests, and each has had their own journey of being authentic and brave. Today’s episode is more about my journey… This is going to be a bit of a personal one for me, and I want to say that there may be triggers in this show, and if it’s too much, please do take care of yourself first. You’ll hear how very recently my son Nolan got hit upside the head with a golf club by accident, and I reveal the extreme fear and trauma I experienced from this event, and the positive impact that asking for help ultimately had on me. Remember, trauma can happen to any of us and it can take over our nervous system when we least expect it. It’s ok to stop and to take care of yourself, as I had to do over the past week. If you or someone you love has experienced trauma, please make sure to reach out and get help. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to go through it alone. It’s time to break free and live life unafraid! Get the roadmap to conquering fear and embracing change with confidence! Get your copy of the 30-Days to Unafraid Coloring Affirmation Journal today at ! Are you tired of dealing with complicated processes when you’re trying to sell products online? If so, you’re in luck because SamCart has got you covered! Listeners of this podcast can get started today and receive a special discount code by using my SamCart affiliate link, . Start selling like a pro, and trust us, your customers will thank you. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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16: How to Start Listening to What Our Bodies Are Telling Us with Melissa Rohlfs
05/02/2023
16: How to Start Listening to What Our Bodies Are Telling Us with Melissa Rohlfs
Body image has as always been a focus of my attention, and if you’re like me, sometimes for good, and sometimes for bad. I’m excited to welcome today’s guest, Melissa Rohlfs, who is committed to empowering women to break free from dieting, emotional eating and self-image issues so that they can ditch the diet mentality and feel empowered in their own skin. Melissa is a certified holistic health and life coach who helps busy women find freedom and feel at peace with their food, bodies and their lives. She teaches women easy new strategies they can use to feel better, instead of turning to food for relief. I hope that if you’re struggling with your self-image, you will listen to today’s episode with self-compassion and know that you are not alone in your journey. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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15: Taking Action! Growing Through the Tough Times with Shelly Lattouf
04/25/2023
15: Taking Action! Growing Through the Tough Times with Shelly Lattouf
Today’s episode is one of my favorites. Shelly Lattouf is an entrepreneur, business woman, international traveller, momma, and most important to me, my sister. I asked Shelly to come on the podcast to share her story and wisdom when we were both in Los Angeles, and I was thrilled that she agreed to join me to have a conversation. Shelly owns Cali Findings, whose goal is to provide unique and quality jewelry findings to businesses, crafters and creators around the globe. She has a unique story and learned early in her life to listen to her authentic knowing, which took her on a journey halfway around the world to build a family with the man she loves, all while creating several businesses. Shelly is one of the bravest people that I know, and I can’t wait for you to meet her and hear what she has to share today. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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14: How Human Design Can Guide You Into Taking Brave Action with Jeana Locke
04/18/2023
14: How Human Design Can Guide You Into Taking Brave Action with Jeana Locke
Have you ever heard of human design? Until recently, I hadn’t. Today’s guest, Master Coach of Human Design and Energy Healing, Dr. Jeana Locke is here to break it down for us. In this episode, Dr. Locke takes us into her own authentic journey of leaning into who she is and who she was meant to be. Along with giving an overview of human design, she shares how it can provide insight into who you authentically are and can guide you into taking brave action in your life. Dr. Locke has a PhD in Applied Behavioral Studies and a Masters in Education in Teaching and Education, and is a Certified Human Design Practitioner, as well as having many other credentials. What I love about Dr. Locke is that she knows firsthand how integrating our whole selves brings us to fulfillment, and that we are more than just our careers. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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13: Stop Stalling and Start Creating What You Really Want with Renee Weaver
04/11/2023
13: Stop Stalling and Start Creating What You Really Want with Renee Weaver
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a life coach? If so, then today’s episode is for you. I’m excited to introduce you to Renee Weaver, a life coach who helps people stop stalling and start creating what they really want - right now. She coaches both the conscious and the unconscious mind to help people reconnect and align with their inner North Star, so that they can get out of their own way, redefine what’s possible, maximize their potential and reach formerly unimaginable goals. I love how Renee shows that the wisdom we need is indeed inside of us, as she shares practical tips and tools for accessing this wisdom and overcoming the stories that can hold each of us back! If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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12: Overcoming the Fear of Vulnerability to Live a Bold & Authentic Life with Abigail Luvisi
04/04/2023
12: Overcoming the Fear of Vulnerability to Live a Bold & Authentic Life with Abigail Luvisi
Living boldly while pursuing our dreams and the joy we desire is something that many of us strive for, but how do we do it now as adults when the fear of being vulnerable is a very real obstacle that we must overcome first? I’m so excited to share my recent conversation with today’s guest, Abigail Luvisi, who has great insights to help on your journey in answering this question. Abigail is a mindset mentor in Arizona who gives the women she works with, both in their personal and professional lives, the formula to overcome what’s keeping them stuck. She provides them with the tools needed to know their worth and shows them how they can move forward authentically, by living in their own truth. If you’re ready to really pursue your dreams and the joy that you desire in your own life, you’re going to want to hear what Abigail reveals in this episode! If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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11: Motherhood 101: What It’s REALLY Like with Maria Yakimchuk
03/28/2023
11: Motherhood 101: What It’s REALLY Like with Maria Yakimchuk
There are many myths, misconceptions and different thoughts that exist today around motherhood and things like postpartum, self-care and trauma. That’s why I wanted to bring an expert on to the podcast to share what motherhood is REALLY like. Maria Yakimchuk is a Certified Transformational EFT Coach who helps moms struggling to find joy and fulfillment in motherhood, clear past traumas and emotional blocks, so they can live in alignment with their authentic selves.Her goal and mission is to give moms tools to be able to heal their own traumas, discover their true authentic power, and be able to create motherhood experiences that are in line with their visions. In this episode, Maria reveals how each of us can approach motherhood in an authentic and brave way. Motherhood doesn’t have to be all “puppies and rainbows”, and we hope what we discuss in this episode will provide a healthy reframe as we explore all things motherhood. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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10: 7 Types of Rest
03/21/2023
10: 7 Types of Rest
This week I’m coming to you from Southern California, where I’m visiting my family and getting some much needed rest while honoring some downtime. This time with family has helped me to slow down and connect with them and to myself, by just enjoying rest in several different ways. It also got me thinking, why is it so hard to rest? Did you know that there are actually 7 types of rest? I want to share them with you today, and I hope that you will take some time to consider resting. Give yourself permission to take care of yourself. No guilt. No judgment. Just rest. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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09: Karina Kantas: What It REALLY Takes to Write & Publish a Book
03/14/2023
09: Karina Kantas: What It REALLY Takes to Write & Publish a Book
Have you ever thought about publishing a book, but aren’t sure where to start? Although rewarding, writing a book, publishing and then marketing it can be a challenging process, and today’s expert guest knows all about this. She’s here to help you navigate this process, and to share more about her own experiences as an author as well as the ways she assists her clients in their own journeys to becoming authors. Karina Kantas is an international bestselling author and award-winning filmmaker. She is also the host and producer of Behind The Pen podcast and TV show, co-host and editor of FlashBack radio, and host and one of the producers of Author Assist Radio Show. Karina Kantas is also Author Assist's CEO, offering affordable publishing packages, coaching and mentoring, and media for writers and authors. We hope you find this conversation enlightening and informative, and most of all, that it helps you write that next book you’ve been dreaming of and wanting to bring to the world! If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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08: Getting Clear on Your Values (and Ignoring the Noise) with Trang Cess Nguyen
03/07/2023
08: Getting Clear on Your Values (and Ignoring the Noise) with Trang Cess Nguyen
Getting clear on your values, knowing your true purpose and being in alignment can be difficult to do with so much noise in the world today. Today’s guest is Trang Cess Nguyen, and she knows all too well the importance of these things. In this episode, Trang shares her own personal journey to fulfilment, as well as how she now helps others do the same. After almost a decade working as a registered Physiotherapist, running and strength coach, Trang went through a quarter-life 'awakening' in her mid-twenties that led to deep existential questioning about her life and its purpose. Through this challenging phase, Trang came to the perspective that the purpose of life was this: To live each day as her highest self in alignment with her heart's purpose and values. With that realisation, she made the decision to leave the health and sports industry to work with individuals at the deepest and most comprehensive level. Through her coaching, Trang now guides individuals to fulfill their potential in the business or career that's aligned with their heart's purpose, so they can thrive at the highest level, be fulfilled till their last day, and create an impact on this world. Trang does this because she believes that when enough individuals are thriving, then humanity will thrive, and when humanity thrives, the world can thrive for all forms of life, and future generations. Trang loves to LIVE and strives to have the richest human experience possible. From scuba diving, motor-biking, skiing, hiking, camping, travelling, raving at music-festivals, hitting the dancefloor of clubs, watching Game of Thrones and cuddling with her two dogs (Obi the pug and Finn the cavoodle), she is certainly high on life! We hope that Trang’s journey and the tools and resources she gives today on the podcast will help you gain clarity on your own purpose and values! If what she shares resonates with you in any way, we’d love to hear about it, so please send a DM, @authenticandbrave and @trangcessnguyen. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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07: Therapy 101: The Who, What and Why
02/28/2023
07: Therapy 101: The Who, What and Why
Recently, I received a note on Instagram from a listener who wrote to me about her recent loss of a job and how she wants to shift gears to start something new. Realizing she was struggling a bit, she asked me about therapy and if it really helps people, plus how she can find a good therapist. In her words, I saw what so many people struggle with, so in addition to writing her back, I decided it would be a good topic for this week’s episode. I hope that after you listen to this episode, you understand a little bit more about what therapy is, the different reasons to go and it gives you some tips for finding the right fit for you. If you still have questions or want to share more about your experiences with therapy, please send me a DM on Instagram, or post in the , as I’d love to hear from you. Remember, therapy can benefit anyone through learning about yourself and achieving new insights and goals. It can lead to better health, having more fulfilling relationships and therapy can help you create an overall better mental outlook! If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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06: Being Gentle with Yourself: The First Step of Self-Care
02/21/2023
06: Being Gentle with Yourself: The First Step of Self-Care
In keeping with the theme of the last two episodes, today we wrap up the 3-part series on love by talking about self-love. Taking care of ourselves is the ultimate act of self-love, so I want this episode to be a reminder for us to be kind to our minds and to be aware of the messages that we are telling ourselves, so that we can move to a place of self-compassion and self-love. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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05: Tacos and Margaritas: Communication & Compromise in Marriage
02/14/2023
05: Tacos and Margaritas: Communication & Compromise in Marriage
As a follow-up to last week’s episode talking about love, today’s special guest (and the first that has joined me so far on the podcast!) is none other than my very own husband, John! In this episode, we take a look back at how we met and the ways that our relationship has evolved through the years, including the struggles we’ve faced and how we’ve both learned to communicate and have our words heard by each other, and not the emotions. Whatever point you and your partner are at in your own relationship journey, we hope what we share today about love and authentic communication helps you, and we would both be so happy to hear what part of this conversation resonated the most. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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04: Love Actually IS All Around
02/07/2023
04: Love Actually IS All Around
Today we’re going to talk about one of my favorite topics: love. Given that Valentine’s Day is coming, I thought spending some time on what it means to love, and to be loved, would be a great topic for us to chat about. In this episode, I share what my own family, strangers, professional athletes, and even young children playing sports has taught me about love. I hope you enjoy this topic, and are left thinking about the power of love in your own life, because as the Beatles famously stated, “All You Need Is Love.” Let’s connect on Instagram! You can find me @authenticandbrave and please leave me a note or send me a DM with your biggest takeaways from today’s episode. I would also be so grateful if you subscribed to The Authentic & Brave Podcast where you listen to your favorite podcasts, and leave an honest rating and review of the show. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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03: Moving Through Imposter Syndrome
01/31/2023
03: Moving Through Imposter Syndrome
Recently a friend told me about her desire to start a small business, and as quickly as she started talking about it, she backtracked and shared all the reasons why she couldn’t do it. Have you ever found yourself doing this, falling victim to imposter syndrome? We all have, myself included, which is why today I want to shed light on this topic. In this episode, I reveal why feeling like an imposter is so common, what research says about it and how you can move through it to get to the other side, where success lies! Let’s connect on Instagram! You can find me @authenticandbrave and please leave me a note or send me a DM with your biggest takeaways from today’s episode. I would also be so grateful if you subscribed to The Authentic & Brave Podcast where you listen to your favorite podcasts, and leave an honest rating and review of the show. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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02: What Does It Mean to Bravely Show Up for Yourself?
01/24/2023
02: What Does It Mean to Bravely Show Up for Yourself?
What’s the first thing you think of when you hear the word “brave”? In this episode, I want to talk about brave acts and how each day we can choose to be brave. You will hear about my own experiences in making the changes I had been avoiding in order to bravely show up for myself, and I give a writing activity and actionable steps that you can do to determine how fear is impacting you, and as you begin bravely showing up for yourself. Let’s connect on Instagram! You can find me @authenticandbrave and please leave me a note or send me a DM with your biggest takeaways from today’s episode. I would also be so grateful if you subscribed to The Authentic & Brave Podcast where you listen to your favorite podcasts, and leave an honest rating and review of the show. If you want a handout describing today’s actions, head over to my website, for a free download. I hope you find a little tip in today’s talk that resonates with you, and you know that you are not alone on your journey of self-discovery and self-care. Until next time, keep on practicing and keep on being authentic and brave!
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01: Acorns and Authenticity: 3 Ways to Get to Know Your Authentic Self Again
01/09/2023
01: Acorns and Authenticity: 3 Ways to Get to Know Your Authentic Self Again
It has been said that the creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn, and just one acorn can be the start of so much. Like the acorn, who you are is always inside of you and available to show the world, if you are brave enough to share who you truly are. In this very first episode of The Authentic & Brave Podcast, I reveal how I am incorporating this philosophy by creating this podcast and allowing myself to face what has held me back. I talk about l what authenticity really means, how you can begin taking the steps to discover the bravery to be yourself, and I share practical activities that you can do right now to start tapping into your authentic self. I hope that you enjoy this episode and that you find a quick tip or suggestion that you can use in your week that helps you tune into who you are and what you want. Hop on over to my Instagram, @authenticandbrave and leave me a note or send me a DM with your biggest takeaways from today’s episode. I’d love to hear from you, and I would be so grateful if you subscribed to The Authentic & Brave Podcast where you listen to your favorite podcasts, and leave an honest rating and review of the show. I’d love to hear from you, and remember, you are that acorn so keep practicing and keep being authentic and brave!
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