Beste Creative Muscle Studios podcaster (2024)

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255 - Studio Owners Roundtable with Rachel Brooks and Steph Alston 1:19:34

2d ago1:19:34

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In this conversation, we welcome Steph Alston and Rachel Brooks back to the podcast, and discuss the intricacies of studio ownership, focusing on the challenges, opportunities, and community aspects involved. We explore current problems in their businesses, the importance of grants and funding, sustainability in operations, and the significance of …

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254 - Celebrating the Full Spectrum of Life 50:28

8d ago50:28

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The last several weeks have been so big. I'm back to the podcast after a hiatus, to share some of what I've been navigating--including immense grief and loss after the unexpected death of my mother. This season has been reminding me of the importance of kindness, and celebrating life and the complexity of emotions. And it's been reminding me that w…

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253 - How to Show Up For Your Students When You're Going Through Hard Shit 18:27

1M ago18:27

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Life is good at surprising us and yet, as teachers and leaders, we're in positions of service, where we must show up for our students even when we're struggling. It can be complex to navigate the taking care of ourselves and others. So how can we balance the needs of our students while creating safe spaces for authenticity and vulnerability in our …

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252 - Creating Space to Celebrate Ourselves 30:01

1M ago30:01

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Last week I returned from hosting a co-ed retreat on the Oregon coast, that I called Celebrate Your Whole Damn Self. And it was beautiful and full of magic and play and deep connection. And it was an experience that was co-created. Today I talk about that, and of the power of creating spaces--where we can breathe, and be, and flow and celebrate mor…

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251 - Lessons and Questions for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 36:58

2M ago36:58

36:58

Entrepreneurship is a journey that involves challenges, successes, and continuous learning. And for aspiring entrepreneurs, there's so much to consider. Today, I share some of what I've learned and experienced in my first five years in business, including the importance of experimentation and trusting yourself, how I've found joy in the building pr…

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250 - The Power of Trying New Things 39:39

2M ago39:39

39:39

Today I did something big and wild, that I've never done before, and it's got me thinking about the importance of trying new things, and their impacts on us as teachers and leaders. I wasn't in this experience alone. And it's also got me thinking about trust and support as we guide others. And about the importance of grounding and integration after…

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249 - Amplifying Ourselves and Others 24:25

3M ago24:25

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Today we're talking about amplifiers--meaning people, things, situations that help others grow, become bigger, or extend. I'm here to amplify others. And I'm here to create spaces that support amplification. I think so much of that comes through being honest with ourselves, and being curious and brave, and owning our voices--because that creates sp…

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248 - Balancing Art and Craft w/Kate McKenzie 1:32:48

3M ago1:32:48

1:32:48

I'm into doing things a little different and I'm also into people who are doing things in different ways. Kate McKenzie, of YTT Design Lab, helps yoga teachers design and refine their teacher training programs. She joins me today to talk about the intersection of yoga and business, creativity and trailblazing, and what it means to design meaningful…

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247 - Building a Creative Life 23:36

3M ago23:36

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Do you have a creative life? Are you a creative person? I encourage you to ask yourself these questions because I believe that creativity can be found in everyday activities and interactions--in conversations, problem-solving, and personal expression. Today we explore the relationship between creativity and the practice of paying attention and shar…

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246 - The Joy of Everyday Life w/Katie O'Farrell 1:26:09

3M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

Today we're joined by photographer and poet Katie O'Farrell, a dear friend of mine. In this expansive conversation, we talk about how the practice of finding joy in everyday life requires curiosity and bravery and how it can bring richness and excitement to our lives. We explore how we can transform our relationships with others and ourselves when …

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245 - Introducing Yoga Teacher Circle 16:20

4M ago16:20

16:20

Last night in Portland, I hosted the first gathering of Yoga Teacher Circle (YTC), a community space for yoga teachers to come together, learn, collaborate, and support each other. YTC is something I've wanted to create for a while. Because it's powerful to be in a room together. And it's important to create and gather in spaces where all voices ar…

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244 - Don't Curb Your Joy 22:07

4M ago22:07

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Today I tell about something spontaneous I did this week, where I embraced joy and playfulness. That was about saying yes to myself. This is an invitation to observe where you might be worrying too much what others think and curbing joy in your life, and where you may want to give yourself permission to say yes and do the things that feel like play…

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243 - Put Yourself in Rooms That Let You Get Big 22:53

4M ago22:53

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The stories we tell about ourselves can make us feel smaller or less valuable, or they can make us feel big. Today I share about how I'm reclaiming myself. Re-storying myself. Last week, I changed a story I've had about myself for a long time; the opportunity was unexpected but the choice was intentional: to move from a story that made me feel smal…

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242 - The Art of Improvisation w/Christopher Brown 1:42:55

5M ago1:42:55

1:42:55

Today, jazz musician and teacher Christopher Brown joins me to talk creativity, freedom of movement, and how discipline and systems support creative work. We also explore the intersection of music and creativity with yoga and movement, inviting more freedom and choice through control, challenging existing beliefs to grow and evolve, and the decisio…

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241 - Courage in the Face of Hurdles 22:05

5M ago22:05

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Have you ever had the privilege of watching someone do a difficult thing? Today I share a personal story about my son, who chose to run hurdles during his final season of high school track. This was him trying new things and facing fears in the process. Witnessing him taught me a lot about the process of learning and growth, and the importance of b…

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240 - Feet as the Foundation of Health w/Woby Lang 2:02:35

5M ago2:02:35

2:02:35

Woby Lang, a foot health enthusiast and footwear designer, joins us to discuss the importance of barefoot movement, the relationship between foot health and longevity, and the impact of footwear on our overall well-being. We explore topies like the culture and history of shoes and how modern footwear has led to foot problems and misalignment; the n…

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239 - How to Bring More Play to Your Practice 27:53

5M ago27:53

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What would it be like to explore other forms of movement that bring you joy? And how might that bring more play to your practice? Today we talk diversifying movement. And how, like with relationships--where diversifying can allow us to receive different kinds of support from different people, and ease the weight on any one relationship to fulfill a…

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238 - The Power of Permission and Playfulness in Movement w/Venus Lau 1:37:15

5M ago1:37:15

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Venus Lau is a movement coach whose approach combines holistic and scientific elements and is about offering permission for the mover to explore beyond the rules and truly become strong in body, mind, and soul. She joins us today to discuss the physical practice of movement as a gateway, including its impacts on confidence and physical, emotional, …

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237 - If You're in Your Own Way 31:42

6M ago31:42

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Today we talk tools and mindset shifts to overcome self-doubt and take actions that move us toward what we want in life, while moving with a sense of experimentation and playfulness, and a willingness to embrace failure. We also explore the power of using your voice, the value of repetition and observation in building confidence, and the shift from…

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236 - Studio Ownership Roundtable w/Rachel Brooks and Steph Alston 1:10:56

6M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

Two studio owners, Steph Alston and Rachel Brooks, join me today, for the first in a series of conversations where we explore the realities, joys, challenges, and learning experiences of studio ownership. Both Rachel and Steph own, manage, and teach at studios that cater to less commonly targeted populations, so we talk about the why and how of tha…

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235 - Own Your Voice for Creative Living 22:08

6M ago22:08

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This past week I did a terrifying thing. It excited me and it's what I asked for, though. I spoke at an event. And I'm sharing this to illustrate the importance of saying yes to scary opportunities. And the need to trust yourself and give permission to explore and experiment. This is about owning your voice and building a creative life that is uniq…

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234 - Rawness and Authenticity for Success w/Missy Bunch 1:54:12

6M ago1:54:12

1:54:12

Missy Bunch, a neurology expert and movement teacher to the pros, joins us today and I'm so excited! This is a juicy and vulnerable conversation and we talk so many things, from motherhood and movement science to business and making dreams come true. Some of today's takeaways: How authenticity and vulnerability on social media helps to connect on a…

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233 - Are Emotions Really Stored in Our Hips? 40:46

7M ago40:46

40:46

It's often said in yoga classes that emotions are stored in our hips. It's offered as a statement but today, I want to offer it as a question to explore. Takeaways Emotions are not necessarily stored in our hips; they are part of our overall human experience. We are more than one thing, and our emotions can be felt in various parts of our body. The…

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232 - Allow Yourself Evolution w/Carling Harps 1:56:26

7M ago1:56:26

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In this conversation with longtime yoga and movement teacher Carling Harps, we explore the value of observation and experimentation in teaching, managing imposter syndrome, the transformative power of becoming a parent, and her multidisciplinary movement journey. We also dive into the power of curiosity, embracing vulnerability, and asking for what…

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231 - Anger without Apology 30:30

7M ago30:30

30:30

Today I share my newfound appreciation for anger and the importance of allowing it to flow through me. Recently, a beloved tree next to my house was cut down and it evoked some intense emotions. Through the experience, I came to understand the power of expressing anger and grief without apology and the value of having a witness who can hold space f…

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230 - Revealing Your Authentic Power w/Kaili Meyer 1:44:00

7M ago1:44:00

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Sales copywriter Kaili Meyer of Reveal Studio Co. is all about owning her voice. She joins us today and we go deep on business, authenticity, and writing to sell. Some episode highlights: - Why showing up as yourself is the way to magnetize clients - Five things to do when starting a new business - The four buyer types to understand - How writing a…

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229 - Watching Women Claim Themselves 15:12

8M ago15:12

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I love watching women claim themselves. The process. The unfurling. The courage. Today I'm fired about it. Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email (hello@bonnieweeks.com), Website Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HERE The music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting. Produced by: Grey T…

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228 - Authenticity as Resistance w/Jamie Fearn 1:36:55

8M ago1:36:55

1:36:55

Jamie Heron, a movement teacher and personal friend, joins us. We laugh a lot, and we talk about authenticity, taking up space, and challenging societal expectations as forms of resistance and empowered development. We explore how movement practices are interconnected and why it can be empowering to move beyond identifying with certain labels and d…

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227 - The Challenges and Rewards of Studio Ownership w/Steph Alston 1:21:36

8M ago1:21:36

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Steph Alston joins for the first episode in a new series dedicated to yoga studio ownership. We're here to offer support to current and prospective owners and fill in some of the gaps in the larger conversation about not just studio ownership but the entrepreneurial life. Some of what we explore: The importance of knowing your why Practical advice …

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226 - What's the Difference Between Power Vinyasa and Vinyasa? 1:44:22

8M ago1:44:22

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In this episode, we explore the difference between vinyasa and power vinyasa yoga. I share my personal definitions of vinyasa and power and how I teach them as well as some community comments and definitions shared in a recent conversation on my Instagram. We also talk about the lack of standardization in the industry; the importance of clear langu…

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225 - Feel Like You're Winning? 36:09

9M ago36:09

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Today we talk the messy middle of life and the importance of acknowledging the challenges and losses we face. About the need for teachers to recognize that everyone is navigating their own internal landscape and to approach their students with empathy and understanding. I also share my approach to teaching handstands in a yoga flow, with focus on c…

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224 - The Power of Breath and Bravery with Iona Holloway 1:37:33

9M ago1:37:33

1:37:33

Iona Holloway, a breathwork facilitator and creator of Brave Thing, joins us today. We talk how bravely taking action and embracing heartbreak and imperfection to catalyze personal and professional growth. We talk about how breathwork can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and transformation and a supportive add-on to a yoga practice. We also di…

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223 - Choosing Your Responses to Life's Challenges w/Rodrigo Souza 1:39:16

9M ago1:39:16

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We're joined today by Rodrigo Souza, a teacher of adaptive and accessible yoga. He shares his evolutionary journey since sustaining a life-changing spinal cord injury at the age of 33, paralyzing him from the chest down. Some episode highlights: Embracing imperfection and overcoming the fear of sharing your voice Identity is not fixed and can evolv…

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222 - How We Restore and Re-story 27:25

9M ago27:25

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Today I'm reflecting on the concepts of restoring and re-storying ourselves, inspired by some big transitions I'm navigating as the parent of a child soon to be leaving home for college. He will become a new person and I will, too. But what happens before then--and now? This is about grief and love, and choosing to rewrite certain stories about our…

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221 - Moving with Curiosity w/Trisha Durham 1:37:54

10M ago1:37:54

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Trisha Durham joins us today! She's a movement trainer who "helps curious people to move more comfortably, kindly, competently," and we talk about the process of finding her voice as a teacher. We talk about her journey from Ashtanga to vinyasa, finding freedom in movement, how to develop and make money as a teacher, and so much more. Connect with …

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220 - Creating a Classroom Experience 31:42

10M ago31:42

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There are so many things to pay attention to while teaching--movements, words, people in the room, music, where to stand in the room, and why. And more. It's a lot. Today we talk about what I think is one of the most important aspects to pay attention to and cultivate--and it may surprise you. Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE Connect with…

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219 - Do You Want to Teach Magnetic Yoga Classes? 36:15

10M ago36:15

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Today we talk Flow School, my online program designed to help yoga teachers tap into their creative sequencing and find their authentic voice. Flow School helps you understand the why behind your choices, offers a supportive community of like-minded, rule-bending teachers, and provides tools and resources to support you in leading the kinds of clas…

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218 - Questions for a New Year 32:29

10M ago32:29

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As we near the end of the year, some questions are alive for me and I share them with you, along with some insights from a trip this week to a clothing-optional hot springs. We explore the themes of letting go, having conversations with our pain, and how embracing uncomfortable spaces can expand us. And if you'd like to give it a listen, here's the…

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217 - Three Ways to Own the Hell Out of Your Voice 28:57

11M ago28:57

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Today, we're talking about voice, y'all! The power of voice applies to everyone, not just yoga teachers. Today I share three practices to help you own the hell out of your voice by building safety and trust in yourself. We also talk body language because that's a big part of voice, too. PS: Yoga Strong merch is here! Support the show by snagging so…

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216 - The Rooms We Build In Ourselves 20:51

11M ago20:51

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Have you ever painted a wall in your house and felt like the experience of the entire room was transformed--from a can of paint? Today we talk about how the little things are the big things. And how it often doesn't take much to shift us-- how we move, how we think--even our whole damn lives. Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE Connect with …

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215 - Keeping Promises to Ourselves 25:23

11M ago25:23

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Have you ever gotten to a place where you're tired of you getting in your own way? Today is about that. I share about the process of getting a new tattoo and how it relates to keeping promises to myself. And all the things that can get in the way of that, like procrastination and comparison and perfectionism. This is about meeting and befriending t…

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214 - Five Minutes to Move (You) 19:54

11M ago19:54

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Today I share a game-changer practice. For some of y'alls, this episode might be all you end up needing from me--to propel you, to do the thing that is inside of you that wants to get out. This is Five Minutes to Move, and this is how I come to my mat. It supports this connection to my own movement, and to my own flow, that greatly informs how I te…

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213 - Ten Practices for New Teachers 40:17

11M ago40:17

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I'm here to help yoga teachers own the hell out of their voice. Today, I share ten of my top practices to support new (or returning) teachers to do just that. Which is really about supporting you to become the biggest and most impactful version of yourself. Because you can't step into your becoming as a teacher and have it not permeate the rest of …

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212 - This is Bigger Than You, But Needs You 21:35

12M ago21:35

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"This is bigger than me, but it needs me." I share how these words came to me, and how they've guided me the last couple of years as a teacher, and in the creation of leading of Flow School. I think this idea applies in our leadership, as teachers, and other spaces in our lives too. We need to show up and do our part--and be able to hold ourselves …

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211 - Five Ways to Shake Up Your Sequencing 22:39

1y ago22:39

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When we teach something new, something that demands a different attention, it gets us out of our heads and into our bodies. As teachers, I really believe that part of the gift that we get to give is that of moving people, not just through space but within and through themselves. We get to witness as they move and are moved. Part of how we're able t…

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210 - When It's Everything You Don't Want 29:06

1y ago29:06

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We're all gonna experience things in life that are difficult and sludgy--things that we maybe wouldn't have chosen for ourselves. And while it's important for us to feel and experience what we feel, we also have choices as to how we frame things, where we put our attention. Because if we pause, if we shift our perspective a little, we can find thin…

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209 - The Yin to My Yang 37:27

1y ago37:27

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Today's share comes in response to a question from one of y'all: What's the yin to my yang? I do and hold a lot of things. I've got a lot of ideas and projects and business things going, where I'm showing up for a lot of people. And I'm a mom to three kids. I've got a lover. I've got this pod. There's a lot of yang--assertive, leading kind of energ…

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208 - What Does Vinyasa Mean to You? 25:10

1y ago25:10

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Today is my first day back to IRL studio teaching--and with a new studio! It's got me pondering student-teacher and teacher-owner relationships, along with my own relationship to the teaching of flow yoga. Today I offer lots of questions for your consideration, like: What does it mean to you to practice vinyasa? Does it mean the same thing(s) to yo…

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207 - Be Terrified and Do It Anyway 30:00

1y ago30:00

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Sometimes getting what we want can be terrifying. And sometimes we feel terrified even when we know deep down that we can do the damn thing. Even if it may not seem like it, I know these feelings well. Even after close to a decade of teaching and showing up on Instagram. Today I talk about the journey from teaching in my garage to teaching and work…

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206 - How Would This Change You? 23:28

1y ago23:28

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I often say that I help people own the hell out of their voice. Earlier this month, the day before my 40th birthday, I lost my voice for the first time ever. It got me thinking about what exactly it means to own our voice--and all the ways, audible and not, that we speak. Join me for some thought experiments, a story about a woman who lost her hear…

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