From Peppy Pleaser to Powerhouse: Jeni’s Speaking Transformation

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In this episode of Soulful Speaking, Lauri welcomes Akashic Records guide and energy healer, Jeni Holla. Jeni shares her journey from high school curiosity, to becoming an aspiring keynote speaker and author navigating the pressures of the speaking world, to embracing a more authentic style of communication. She opens up about the struggles of fitting into conventional molds, burning out, and how stepping away from the “bro-speaking” culture led her to align her voice with her soul’s purpose. Jeni’s story shows the power of staying true to yourself in the face of commercial pressure in the speaking industry. Tune in as Jeni reveals the power of speaking from the body, energetic connection, and trusting your unique journey to transformation.
TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:

1. Choose authenticity over perfection: Great speaking isn't about fitting into a mold or following rigid rules; it’s about finding and expressing your true voice. There’s space for every speaking style, from high energy to quiet leadership, and all are needed to change the world.
2. Energy matters: Engaging communication goes beyond words. Speaking from the body and being fully present can create a deeper impact.
3. Alignment transforms: When you speak from a place of alignment with your soul, your message flows more naturally, and the impact is more powerful.
4. Define success on your own terms: Traditional measures of success, like being a keynote speaker, aren’t for everyone. Follow the path that feels right to you - even if it breaks a few “rules.”
5. Let go of needing approval: Release the need to please everyone and you’ll open the door to deeper, more meaningful connections with your audience.
6. Set down your mask(s): Personal strengths can become limiting masks when we only show parts of ourselves. Letting go of these masks allows for deeper, fuller self-expression.
7. Carve your own path: True fulfillment comes from discovering and honing your unique way of being, speaking, and leading.
8. Intuition is powerful: Trusting your intuition can lead to greater ease and flow - in speaking and in life.
9. Make FUN and EASE a priority: Success on your terms doesn’t have to be hard or exhausting. Authenticity, ease, and fun create a more sustainable and fulfilling way to navigate both life and speaking.

About Jeni:
Jeni is an Akashic Records Guide and Energy Healer with over ten years of experience empowering conscious leaders and spiritual entrepreneurs. Jeni combines intuitive guidance and practical insights to help clients achieve deep transformation. She specializes in helping individuals trust themselves, embrace their power, and live in alignment with their true essence. With a focus on authenticity, presence, and embodiment, Jeni’s teachings inspire profound personal and professional growth.

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1. Finding Your Authentic Voice in Speaking (00:00:00)

2. Jeni’s Journey Begins (00:02:14)

3. The Keynote Speaker Trap (00:05:38)

4. From Canned to Authentic - Transforming Speaking (00:09:30)

5. Navigating 'Bro Speaking' Culture (00:15:05)

6. Speaking from the Soul (00:17:03)

7. Embracing Authentic Energy in Communication (00:18:38)

8. Embracing Your Full Color Palette (00:23:50)

9. How to Succeed on Your Own Terms (00:29:12)

10. Speaking and Leading Authentically (00:32:51)

11. Awakening Authenticity Through Soulful Communication (00:37:32)

12. Closing Questions Inspired by Bernard Pivot (00:40:48)