Women's Empowerment Podcast

Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/empower and enjoy a special discount on your first month.   If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/   In this episode of The Women's Empowerment Podcast, we sit down with Lauren Talbot, a passionate advocate for well-being and self-discovery, and the founder of SPACE BETWEEN. As a first-time mom, Lauren shares her transformative journey of embracing motherhood, releasing old identities, and finding balance between intuition and holistic practices. She dives deep into letting go of control and perfectionism, adapting rituals and routines for new moms, and creating a mindful home environment. Lauren also reveals how her child has become a powerful source of inspiration, helping her stay present and aligned with her true self. Join us as we explore practical ways to nurture your well-being, rediscover your identity, and embrace the beautifully imperfect journey of motherhood. Whether you're a new mom or looking for fresh perspectives on mindful living, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you thrive in your health, wealth, and happiness. Tune in now and discover the magic of embracing motherhood with Lauren Talbot! To read the transcript and full show notes to this episode, visit https://valerielavignelife.com/259 Follow us on instagram https://instagram.com/vallavignelife and https://instagram.com/womensempowermentpodcast

Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/empower and enjoy a special discount on your first month.   If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/   Are you ready to take control of your health and feel your best? In this episode of the Women's Empowerment Podcast, I'm joined by gut and hormone expert Holly, who shares her top 3 actionable tips that you can start using today to support your gut and balance your hormones. From nutrition advice to simple lifestyle tweaks, Holly breaks down how small changes—like chewing your food 20-30 times and staying hydrated—can have a big impact on your well-being. We'll dive into: How to boost gut health through smarter nutrition choices like eating more protein and fiber. The critical connection between hydration, mineral replacement, and hormone balance. Stress management techniques that actually work for busy moms. Quick, simple tips to start feeling better fast! Whether you're struggling with digestion, feeling out of sync with your body, or just want more energy, this episode is packed with easy steps to help you take control of your gut and hormone health. Tune in to learn how these small changes can lead to major health transformations! Show Notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/258  Let's connect on Socials! https://instagram.com/vallavignelife and https://instagram.com/womensempowermentpodcast

Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/empower and enjoy a special discount on your first month.   If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/     In this episode of the Women's Empowerment Podcast, I sit down with Katie, host of the Contagious Confidence podcast, as she shares her insights on navigating the challenges of motherhood and career. Katie's journey from struggling with confidence to becoming a voice for women seeking empowerment has equipped her with invaluable wisdom for working moms.   Together, we discuss: Facing the fear of how motherhood might impact your career, and finding strength in your dual roles. Managing the emotional rollercoaster of being a working mom and tips for mental wellness along the way. Self-advocacy at work and at home—from negotiating for what you need at work to setting boundaries that support your family and personal growth.   Whether you're worried about balancing your professional aspirations with family life or seeking practical tips to boost confidence, Katie offers empowering strategies that every mom can use. Join us for a conversation on finding balance, building self-assurance, and thriving in both motherhood and career.   Keywords: motherhood, career,working moms, confidence, balance, self-advocacy.   Show Notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/257    Let's connect on Socials! https://instagram.com/vallavignelife and https://instagram.com/womensempowermentpodcast    

Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/empower and enjoy a special discount on your first month.   If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/     Feeling overwhelmed by the daily demands of motherhood? In this transformative episode, we sit down with Kristyn Livermore, a professional hypnotist specializing in stress relief for women and mothers. Discover how hypnosis can be a powerful tool for reclaiming calm, building resilience, and managing the unique pressures of modern parenting.   Join us as Kristyn explains the science behind hypnosis, shares practical techniques to reduce anxiety, and offers powerful visual tools to help transform your stress into serenity. Whether you're balancing work and home life, struggling with postpartum challenges, or simply looking for ways to prioritize self-care, this episode is packed with actionable, useful advice to help you thrive.   Tune in to learn: How hypnosis can reduce stress and anxiety Practical tools for busy moms to incorporate self-care The mind-body connection and its role in emotional healing Success stories of mothers who've found relief through hypnosis   Don't miss this episode if you're ready to unlock a calmer, more balanced version of yourself.   Keywords: Hypnosis for stress, motherhood stress relief, women's mental health, stress management for moms, self-care for mothers, postpartum anxiety, mindfulness for busy moms.   Show Notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/256    Let's connect on Socials! https://instagram.com/vallavignelife and https://instagram.com/womensempowermentpodcast 

Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/empower and enjoy a special discount on your first month.   If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/   Recovering from a cesarean birth is a deeply personal journey that goes far beyond physical healing. In this episode, I dive into my own post-cesarean healing process, sharing the holistic tools and methods that worked for me—and the ones that didn't. From physical recovery to mental, emotional, and spiritual healing, we cover it all. We'll discuss the importance of healing not only the scar but also the relationship with it, as well as the pressure of "bounce-back culture" and how to challenge those expectations. This episode is a space to empower women, offering insights into childbirth, postpartum recovery, and holistic practices that nurture both body and soul. Tune in to explore: Effective physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual tools for post-cesarean healing How to embrace and heal the scar—inside and out Challenging societal expectations around postpartum recovery Empowering women in their childbirth and healing journeys through holistic practices Whether you've experienced a cesarean birth or want to know more about holistic postpartum healing, this episode offers guidance and inspiration for every step of the way. Keywords: cesarean recovery, holistic healing post-cesarean, postpartum scar healing, challenging bounce-back culture, empowering women in childbirth, holistic postpartum recovery, spiritual healing after c-section. Show Notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/255  Let's connect on Socials! https://instagram.com/vallavignelife and https://instagram.com/womensempowermentpodcast

Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/empower and enjoy a special discount on your first month.   If you have any questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation model, check out this FAQ: https://www.betterhelp.com/your-questions-answered/   In this deeply personal episode, I open up about my transformative journey from pregnancy into motherhood—a story filled with both heartache and healing. Join me as I share the raw details of my traumatic birth experience, the emotional toll of navigating a miscarriage, and the powerful lessons I learned when I failed to listen to my intuition. This is more than just a birth story; it's about reclaiming autonomy and self-trust after facing some of the most challenging moments of my life. Through vulnerability and reflection, I discuss how I'm moving forward, healing, and rebuilding a stronger connection with my inner voice as a mother and a woman. Tune in to hear: My personal experience with a traumatic birth and miscarriage How I navigated the emotional pain and began my healing journey The importance of listening to your intuition, and the consequences when you don't How I'm reclaiming my autonomy and stepping into motherhood with more self-trust This episode is for anyone who has experienced birth trauma, loss, or a disconnect with their inner self, and is looking for guidance, hope, and inspiration. Keywords: birth trauma, miscarriage healing, pregnancy transformation, trusting your intuition, emotional healing for mothers, traumatic birth recovery, miscarriage journey, motherhood and self-trust. Show Notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/254  Let's connect on Socials! https://instagram.com/vallavignelife and https://instagram.com/womensempowermentpodcast

In typical Aquarius fashion, I GHOSTED YA'LL on the podcast, and while I needed to step away from the show abruptly, I'm sorry it was without warning.   Recently I felt excited and inspired to record one last show for the year, our traditional holiday party!    Before we dive in, I would like to say that I do plan on bringing the podcast back to life. Details are to be determined.   In the meantime, I would LOVE to hear from you. Email me with your podcast requests/ thoughts/ or just to say hi! My email is hello@valerielavignelife.com   You can tell me all the things you'd love to see/hear with the show when we come back!   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/253   Watch the video on YouTube   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)   Books Mentioned in this episode (affiliate links): Female Friendship Guide  Orgasmic Birth The First 40 Days The Fourth Trimester   Get the (free) Build Better Habits Guide HERE

Katie Woodruff is a transformational coach, host of the podcast Abundantly Aware and Journaling Tour Guide. She aims to create awareness around the benefits of journaling, meditation and mindfulness for entrepreneurs everywhere so that they can create the life that's wholy their own…   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/252    Watch the video on YouTube    Books Mentioned in this Episode (affiliate links) Radically Content:Being Satisfied in an Endlessly Dissatisfied World by Jamie Varon  The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron   Wisdom of the Oracle cards (affiliate)   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call | 45 minute 1:1 Call to Create a Productive Action Plan for Your Next Steps to Living a Life by Design Transform Your Habits Course | Self-Paced Online Course with Micro Trainings (1 minute or less) That Get You INTO Action  Healthy Habit Membership | Community Connection, Monthly Live Workshops/Trainings with Valerie, Weekly Voxer Coaching, and Workshop Replays for Ongoing Support and Growth to Building Your Best Habits 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship | 1:1 Customized Approach to Building Your Life By Design. Work with Val in an Intimate 3-month Container 

Have you ever wondered why you are the way you are? Maybe you've wondered more specific questions like: Why does time pass so quickly? Why do I hate doing absolutely nothing?  Or why do I keep putting things off?   In the book "Why Am I Like This?" Author Dr. Jen Martin answers these questions and many more explaining The Science Behind Your Weirdest Thoughts and Habits.   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/251    Watch the video on YouTube   Shop the book on Amazon (Canada)   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call | 45 minute 1:1 Call to Create a Productive Action Plan for Your Next Steps to Living a Life by Design Transform Your Habits Course | Self-Paced Online Course with Micro Trainings (1 minute or less) That Get You INTO Action  Healthy Habit Membership | Community Connection, Monthly Live Workshops/Trainings with Valerie, Weekly Voxer Coaching, and Workshop Replays for Ongoing Support and Growth to Building Your Best Habits 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship | 1:1 Customized Approach to Building Your Life By Design. Work with Val in an Intimate 3-month Container

I am thrilled to introduce you to Sarah Jansel, fellow Canadian and host of the I Created that Podcast.    Sarah recently had me on her show to discuss the relationship between Exercise and Entrepreneurship. Before we dive into this episode, I want to tell you more about Sarah's show.    The I Created That Podcast is for those looking to be inspired to start an online business, marketing your business, and learn more about Shopify. Host Sarah Jansel is a former 20 year corporate veteran and executive turned creative entrepreneur. Today she's the CEO of Jansel & Co where they help clients build, brand and grow awesome Shopify stores.    Sarah and her [podcast] guests are excited to share some exclusive tips about how to start a burins, grow and basins, and feature some super cool entrepreneurs and business partners who can help you do it too!    Big shout out to Sarah and her team who were absolutely fantastic during the production of this episode. I loved working with you Sarah and I am very grateful to have been a guest on the I Created That Podcast…   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/250    Watch the video on YouTube   Sarah Jansel on Instagram @sarahjansel   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call | 45 minute 1:1 Call to Create a Productive Action Plan for Your Next Steps to Living a Life by Design Transform Your Habits Course | Self-Paced Online Course with Micro Trainings (1 minute or less) That Get You INTO Action Healthy Habit Membership | Community Connection, Monthly Live Workshops/Trainings with Valerie, Weekly Voxer Coaching, and Workshop Replays for Ongoing Support and Growth to Building Your Best Habits 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship | 1:1 Customized Approach to Building Your Life By Design. Work with Val in an Intimate 3-month Container

Valerie shares how the simple habit of making your bed every morning can transform your life. From feelings of hopelessness and depression to achieving big dreams and taking leaps to build the life of her dreams, Valerie tells the relatable story of how tiny changes lead to huge transformation… Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/249    Watch the video on YouTube   Jessica Stevens Instagram @jess.loves.life I Just (Blank)! Now What? Spotify | Apple Podcasts    Books Mentioned in this Episode: The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod (affiliate) The Miracle Equation by Hal Elrod (affiliate)   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call | 45 minute 1:1 Call to Create a Productive Action Plan for Your Next Steps to Living a Life by Design   Transform Your Habits Course | Self-Paced Online Course with Micro Trainings (1 minute or less) That Get You INTO Action https://valerielavignelife.com/membershipHealthy Habit Membership | Community Connection, Monthly Live Workshops/Trainings with Valerie, Weekly Voxer Coaching, and Workshop Replays for Ongoing Support and Growth to Building Your Best Habits 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship | 1:1 Customized Approach to Building Your Life By Design. Work with Val in an Intimate 3-month Container

I'm excited to introduce you to   Katie and her podcast. Contagious Confidence.  Katie is so lovely. She was such an incredible host in terms of really allowing me to be comfortable and share how I really felt. , as a podcast host myself, I know. That some episodes just flow a little easier.   Some conversations, some interactions work a little better than others, and this was one of those really great positive experiences. So I'm really excited to share everything we talked about from consistency and habits and showing up confidently as your own self. And. I don't wanna give it all away. I want you to be able to experience it and hear it and, and also see it…   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/248    Watch the video on YouTube   Katie Hawkes Instagram Contagious Confidence Podcast Instagram   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call | 45 minute 1:1 Call to Create a Productive Action Plan for Your Next Steps to Living a Life by Design Transform Your Habits Course | Self-Paced Online Course with Micro Trainings (1 minute or less) That Get You INTO Action Healthy Habit Membership | Community Connection, Monthly Live Workshops/Trainings with Valerie, Weekly Voxer Coaching, and Workshop Replays for Ongoing Support and Growth to Building Your Best Habits 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship | 1:1 Customized Approach to Building Your Life By Design. Work with Val in an Intimate 3-month Container

Christine Lieu is the expert behind CL Designs and the Brand Party Podcast. She's a graphic designer who's traded in climbing the corporate ladder for climbing mountains around the world. Christine helps purpose-driven businesses create cohesive branding, web design, and social content to drive your impact and sales. As featured in Top 10 Canada Design, the Brand Party Podcast delivers fun, honest, to-the-point advice that you can implement RIGHT AWAY in your entrepreneurial journey.   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/247    Watch the video on YouTube    Books Mentioned in this Episode (affiliate) Atomic Habits by James Clear The Way of the Tortoise by Matt Little The Happiness Equation by Neil Pasricha Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call | 45 minute 1:1 Call to Create a Productive Action Plan for Your Next Steps to Living a Life by Design Transform Your Habits Course | Self-Paced Online Course with Micro Trainings (1 minute or less) That Get You INTO Action  Healthy Habit Membership | Community Connection, Monthly Live Workshops/Trainings with Valerie, Weekly Voxer Coaching, and Workshop Replays for Ongoing Support and Growth to Building Your Best Habits 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship | 1:1 Customized Approach to Building Your Life By Design. Work with Val in an Intimate 3-month Container

Today I'm going to teach you how I created my entire morning routine using one simple formula. The formula started with one simple habit, and this led to another habit, and another, eventually becoming the wonderfully supportive morning routine I have today!   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/246    Watch the video on YouTube    Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call | 45 minute 1:1 Call to Create a Productive Action Plan for Your Next Steps to Living a Life by Design Transform Your Habits Course | Self-Paced Online Course with Micro Trainings (1 minute or less) That Get You INTO Action  Healthy Habit Membership |  Community Connection, Monthly Live Workshops/Trainings with Valerie, Weekly Voxer Coaching, and Workshop Replays for Ongoing Support and Growth to Building Your Best Habits 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship | 1:1 Customized Approach to Building Your Life By Design. Work with Val in an Intimate 3-month Container  

Kelsey Reidl is a Small Business Marketing Coach with a special interest in Social Media Growth, Search Engine Optimization and Direct Response Marketing Strategy.   After a decade working in Business Development & Marketing Roles for some of Canada's Top Health Food Brands, Kelsey decided to leave the corporate world so that she could work with Small Businesses and help them adopt The Essential Marketing Success Principles, so that they can work with more clients, generate more cash, and bring the FUN back into marketing.   Through her courses, coaching, and her podcast Visionary Life, she inspires entrepreneurs to challenge the status quo, connect with customers in creative ways, and to never settle for mediocre marketing campaigns.   Kelsey lives in Ontario, Canadia with her husband and rescue pup, Abby. She loves to explore the world in search of the best coffee shops, the most stunning nature, and the wildest experiences (sleeping in the Sahara, mountain biking through canyons, and heli-skiing in Switzerland are some of her best memories!)   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/kelsey   Watch the video on YouTube   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelifehttps://tiktok.com/@vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call Transform Your Habits Course Healthy Habit Membership  1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship   Books Mentioned in this Episode: (affiliate) The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson  Fascinate by Sally Hogshead

One of my favourite quotes of all time, that I often remind myself of, is by Henry Ford, who said, "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right."   Our thoughts are so incredibly powerful that we can do just about anything that we believe we can. And when we can't? Or don't do something, it's often because of self-sabotaging beliefs that keep us stuck.    Today we're getting honest about how to overcome self-sabotage and get the heck out of our own way!   Full show notes available at https://www.valerielavignelife.com/244 Let's connect on socials Instagram | https://instagram.com/vallavignelife TikTok | https://tiktok.com/@vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call | https://valerielavignelife.com/clarity  Transform Your Habits Course |  https://valerielavignelife.com/challenge  Healthy Habit Membership |  https://valerielavignelife.com/membership  1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship |  https://valerielavignelife.com/mentorship    You May Also Like Episode 81: 5 Tips for Positive Self-Talk https://www.valerielavignelife.com/81

I'm excited to bring you the top 10 episodes of the podcast of all time. We have almost 250 episodes. If you're new to the show and you're like, where do I start? Well this is probably a really great introduction of what's been so popular over these last few years...   Full show notes available at www.valerielavignelife.com/243 Watch this episode on YouTube   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me Book a Clarity Call  Transform Your Habits Course Healthy Habit Membership 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship  

One of the most common questions I get asked when I'm being interviewed as a guest -on a podcast for example - is, "how can we create sustainable habits? Or how can we create habits that actually stick?" Everybody wants to know how, with such busy lives, we are able to create and maintain healthy habits. So today, I'm going to tell you!  If you could ask me a question about habits, what would it be?   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/242    Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me: Book a Clarity Call Transform Your Habits Course  Healthy Habit Membership 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship   You may also like…  Episode 229: Making & Breaking Habits: Overcoming Obstacles & Staying on Track Episode 235: Tiny Habits: Small Changes That Change Everything (Book Report) Episode 236: Habit Stacking: Maximizing Your Time & Energy Episode 240: Healthy Habits for Busy People: How to Incorporate Healthy Habits into Your Busy Life  

Marina is a brand expert helping freedom obsessed entrepreneurs build true to self personal brands to grow their platforms, income and live vivaciously… Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/241  Watch this episode on YouTube   Marina's Current Read | All About Love, Bell Hooks (affiliate)   Let's connect on socials: Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript (affiliate)    Work with Me: Book a Clarity Call Transform Your Habits Course Healthy Habit Membership  1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship

The irony of this episode title when this podcast episode is coming out late because life just got hella busy on my end! Nevertheless, I do have some really great tips and tools for you in this episode. And since you're a busy bee like me, I'm going to aim to keep this one short and sweet so that you can use your precious time on taking action!   Full show notes available at https://valerielavignelife.com/240   Watch the video on YouTube   Hidrate Spark Water Bottle (affiliate) E34: 7 Things You Must Do When Creating Healthy Boundaries   Let's connect on socials Instagram | @vallavignelife TikTok | @vallavignelife   Work with Me Book a Clarity Call  Transform Your Habits Course Healthy Habit Membership 1:1 Make a Habit Mentorship   I edit my videos and transcript with Descript