Beyond Influential

This week’s show is a special highlights episode where I’ve gone through the latest interviews and pulled out the must-listen clips and moments from conversations you might have missed or will want to revisit. This is an easy way to see if a particular guest or topic sparks your interest, and if you like what you hear, you can check out the full episodes, which are all linked below. You can also check out the shownotes for each episode for more info about the guest, how to connect with them, their book recommendations and more! #181 Feel Your Best: How to Optimize Your Diet with Data and Improve Your Metabolic Health with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew of Levels Health (00:01:42) https://brittanykrystle.com/feel-your-best-how-to-optimize-your-diet-with-data-and-improve-your-metabolic-health-with-dr-lauren-kelley-chew/ #182 Hypnosis 101: What It Really Is, What It Can Do For You & How to Use It Yourself with Dr. David Spiegel (00:20:38) https://brittanykrystle.com/hypnosis-101-what-it-really-is-what-it-can-do-for-you-how-to-use-it-yourself-with-dr-david-spiegel/https://brittanykrystle.com/hypnosis-101-what-it-really-is-what-it-can-do-for-you-how-to-use-it-yourself-with-dr-david-spiegel/ #183 Stress Resilience, Heart Rate Variability, and Using Biofeedback to Train Your Nervous System with Dr. Jay Wiles (00:36:22) https://brittanykrystle.com/stress-resilience-heart-rate-variability-and-using-biofeedback-to-train-your-nervous-system-with-dr-jay-wiles/ #184 Creating The Next Craze in Nightlife with Sauna, Ice Baths, & Breathwork with Myles Farmer of Othership (01:00:18) https://brittanykrystle.com/creating-the-next-craze-in-nightlife-with-sauna-ice-baths-breathwork-with-myles-farmer-of-othership/ Start using biofeedback to train your nervous system and improve your response to stress. Get 40% off a Hanu with code BRITTANYKRYSTLE—only until September 30th, 2022! https://www.hanuhealth.com/product/ App I'm Loving! Othership has a really effective breathwork app that I’ve been loving and use regularly, and I think you’ll really love it too. It's super intuitive and non-intimidating, and it’s made it really easy for me to create and sustain a practice. Othership usually offers a 7-day free trial, but with my link, you can get 14-days for free! Click here to sign up and get started:  https://othership.onelink.me/loJo/brittanyk Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://apple.co/3GWz0vq) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Mrnppp)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe  

This week’s episode is all about building the next craze in nightlife—an alcohol-free alternative focused on wellness and community building. Othership is a luxury sauna and ice bath experience with carefully curated and guided classes to make sure you have an immersive and transformative time where you can truly connect with yourself and others. With their first location based in Toronto, Othership has attracted both devoted enthusiasts and the attention of major wellness investors. Othership also has a great breathwork app, and you can get an extended free trial right here: https://othership.onelink.me/loJo/brittanyk My guest this week is Myles Farmer, one of the five co-founders and the Director of Operations & Development responsible for their physical locations. For more about Myles, click here: https://bit.ly/3Twq5qz On Ep. 184, we cover: How to run a successful franchise: What it takes & how to thrive Myle’s entrepreneurial evolution from hospitality and nightlife to wellness Making the difficult decision to leave a successful business & how he found the next thing Research Sprints: Tips to explore and test your business ideas The genesis of Othership: How he got the idea, finding co-founders, and making the vision a reality Covid’s impact on their launch & how they adapted, plans to expand to the US & more! App I'm Loving! Othership has a really effective breathwork app that I’ve been loving and use regularly, and I think you’ll really love it too. It's super intuitive and non-intimidating, and it’s made it really easy for me to create and sustain a practice. Othership usually offers a 7-day free trial, but with my link, you can get 14-days for free! Click here to sign up and get started:  https://othership.onelink.me/loJo/brittanyk Resources Mentioned in the Episode! Get my 3 favorite FREE self-compassion guided meditations for entrepreneurs from Dr. Kristin Neff here! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/meditations Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://apple.co/3GWz0vq) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Mrnppp)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle! To connect with Myles Farmer: Website: https://www.othership.us/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mylesfarmer   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myles-farmer-8b446651/     To connect with Othership: Twitter: https://twitter.com/othership_us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/othership.app   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/othership.to   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/othershipus/   Try Othership and get 14 days FREE! https://othership.onelink.me/loJo/brittanyk     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

Dr. Jay Wiles is a clinical health and performance psychologist and the subject-matter expert on heart rate variability (HRV) and the interconnection between the human stress response and health optimization. He works as a leading consultant in psychophysiology to health influencers, professional athletes and teams, executives, and high performers. He is also the co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Hanu Health, where he has pioneered a new and innovative way of using heart rate variability and respiratory training to help you adapt and respond to stress, while allowing you to build resilience and improved performance. For more about Dr. Jay,  click here: https://bit.ly/3bUGy6L On Ep. 183, we cover: HRV 101: What it is, why it’s important, and why you should be measuring it Tips & Tools to Improve Your HRV Biofeedback: How you can use it to train your nervous system and better respond to stress The benefits of resonance breathwork, sauna & cold plunge Hanu Health: Developing the product, startup life, and what’s next The four primary pillars to health and wellness, wearables, more! Get 40% off a Hanu with code BRITTANYKRYSTLE—only until September 30th, 2022! https://www.hanuhealth.com/product/ App I'm Loving! Othership has a really effective breathwork app that I’ve been loving and use regularly, and I think you’ll really love it too. It's super intuitive and non-intimidating, and it’s made it really easy for me to create and sustain a practice. Othership usually offers a 7-day free trial, but with my link, you can get 14-days for free! Click here to sign up and get started:  https://othership.onelink.me/loJo/brittanyk Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://apple.co/3GWz0vq) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Mrnppp)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Dr. Jay: Website: https://www.drjaywiles.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJayWiles   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjaywiles   Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drjaywiles     To connect with Hanu Health: Website: https://www.hanuhealth.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hanuhealth   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanuhealth   Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/hanuhealth     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

Have you ever been hypnotized? When you hear the word hypnosis, I’m willing to bet the first thing you think of is those stage performances where an audience member is instructed to do something ridiculous. But in reality, hypnosis is so much more than that, and it can truly benefit you in many ways. Whether you want to stress less, sleep better, manage pain, lose weight, overcome fears, or improve professional performance, hypnosis can help you do it. This week’s Beyond Influential guest, Dr. David Spiegel is the expert when it comes to clinical hypnosis, and his mission is to help destigmatize hypnosis and show you how you can use the power of your own mind to heal and achieve. I wanted to have Dr. Spiegel on because this isn’t pseudoscience; what we discuss today is backed by decades of scientific research and clinical experience. Dr. Spiegel has a laundry list of accomplishments and accolades, including degrees from Yale and Harvard Medical School. He is currently serving as Willson Professor and Associate Chair of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Director of the Center on Stress and Health, and Medical Director of the Center for Integrative Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he has been a member of the academic faculty since 1975. Dr. Spiegel has more than 40 years of clinical and research experience studying psycho-oncology, stress and health, pain control, sleep, hypnosis, and more. He has published thirteen books, over 400 scientific journal articles, and contributed over 170 book chapters on hypnosis, psychosocial oncology, stress physiology, trauma, and psychotherapy. His research has been supported by the National Institute of Mental Health, the National Cancer Institute, the National Institute on Aging, and several other organizations. He is Past President of the American College of Psychiatrists and the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis. He was also invited to speak on hypnosis at the World Economic Forum in Davos in 2018.  On top of all of this, Dr. Spiegel is also the Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Reveri, which is an app designed to help you learn and use the proven techniques of self-hypnosis to experience the benefits of hypnosis quickly and conveniently.  On Ep. 182, we cover: Hypnosis: What it is & how it works Benefits of Hypnosis: How it can help with everything from reducing stress, anxiety, and depression to overcoming addiction, trauma, and phobias, to pain management, weight loss, better sleep, and improved focus Clinical vs. Stage Hypnosis: What’s the difference? Can you be hypnotized? How to tell if you’re hypnotizable Hypnosis vs. meditation: Similarities and differences Induction techniques and best practices for self-hypnosis Reveri: building the app, and the future of hypnosis Book Recommendation Trance and Treatment: Clinical Uses of Hypnosis by Herbert Spiegel, MD and David Spiegel, MD https://amzn.to/3JjA0es App I've been loving! I want to share a breathwork app that I’ve been loving that I think you’ll really love too. It’s called Othership, and it’s really helped me better manage stress and anxiety, and improve my sleep, focus, and mindfulness.  Othership usually offers a 7-day free trial, but with my link, you can get 14-days for free! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/othership Free Resource! Get my 3 favorite FREE self-compassion guided meditations for entrepreneurs from Dr. Kristin Neff here! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/meditations Try Reveri and experience self-hypnosis for yourself! https://www.reveri.com/ Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://apple.co/3GWz0vq) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Mrnppp)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Dr. Spiegel: Website: https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/david-spiegel Stanford Center on Stress and Health: https://med.stanford.edu/stresshealthcenter.html   Reveri: https://www.reveri.com/     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

What if you could see in real-time how what you’re eating affects your health?  We all know we should be “eating healthy”—but what does that mean exactly? Health is not one size fits all and with so much competing advice out there, I’m excited to introduce you to this week’s guest, Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew.  Lauren is a physician entrepreneur whose background includes private equity, a Y-Combinator backed digital therapeutics startup, and leading strategy and business operations at Verily Life Sciences (formerly Google X) where she focused on devices and emerging products. She is currently the Head of Clinical Product at Levels Health, a startup dedicated to improving your metabolic health by helping you make better (and tangible) lifestyle choices through personalized data. Levels uses wearable biosensors like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to show you how the foods you eat affect your body specifically, in a quantifiable way.  This is incredibly important because metabolic dysfunction and insulin resistance is at epidemic levels in the US and it’s tied to virtually every symptom or disease you can think of—diabetes, Alzheimer’s, high blood pressure, cancer, depression, anxiety, infertility, chronic fatigue, acne, psoriasis, and more. The good news is that it’s largely reversible by making some simple habit changes, which can go a long way in helping to prevent chronic disease and improve your quality of life. I’ve been excited about what Levels is doing and where they plan to expand. They have an all-star team of MD’s, former SpaceX and Google engineers, advisors including previous guest Dr. Molly Maloof, Dr. Mark Hyman, Dom D'Agostino, Ph.D., Dr. Sara Gottfried, and David Sinclair, Ph.D., and huge investors backing them. On Ep. 181, we cover: Why Lauren ditched the traditional medical practice route and her experience as a woman working in the tech scene Metabolic Health: What it is, why it’s important, how it relates to diet, sleep, exercise, and stress, and how it’s affected by glucose and insulin How CGMs can help you optimize your diet What she learned using Levels for herself, and how she's adjusted her diet Women’s health, the keto diet, and how it affects men and women differently Optimal blood sugar levels, what order you should eat your food, and other actionable tips Behind the scenes of Levels Health—their culture, content process, and more! Book Recommendation Women, Food, And Hormones: A 4-Week Plan to Achieve Hormonal Balance, Lose Weight, and Feel Like Yourself Again by Sara Gottfried, MD https://amzn.to/3IOqe3A App I'm Loving! Othership has a really effective breathwork app that I’ve been loving and use regularly, and I think you’ll really love it too. It's super intuitive and non-intimidating, and it’s made it really easy for me to create and sustain a practice. Othership usually offers a 7-day free trial, but with my link, you can get 14-days for free! Click here to sign up and get started:  https://othership.onelink.me/loJo/brittanyk Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://apple.co/3GWz0vq) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Mrnppp)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Levels Health: Website: https://www.levelshealth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levels/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LevelsHealth   Twitter: https://twitter.com/levels     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

This week’s show is a special highlights episode where I’ve gone through the latest interviews and pulled out the must-listen clips and moments from conversations you might have missed or will want to revisit. This is an easy way to see if a particular guest or topic sparks your interest, and if you like what you hear, you can check out the full episodes, which are all linked below. You can also check out the shownotes for each episode for more info about the guest, how to connect with them, their book recommendations and more! #173 Self-Compassion for Business Success as an Entrepreneur with Dr. Kristin Neff (00:01:42) https://brittanykrystle.com/self-compassion-for-business-success-as-an-entrepreneur-with-dr-kristin-neff/ #174 What It Means to be an Adult & Live An Authentic Life with Julie Lythcott-Haims (00:013:47) https://brittanykrystle.com/what-it-means-to-be-an-adult-live-an-authentic-life-with-julie-lythcott-haims/ #175 Should I Have Kids? How to Decide If Parenthood Is For You with Ann Davidman (00:26:09) https://brittanykrystle.com/should-i-have-kids-how-to-decide-if-parenthood-is-for-you-with-ann-davidman #176 How to Start Biohacking & Optimizing Your Health with Dr. Molly Maloof (+ Free Checklist) (00:38:29) https://brittanykrystle.com/how-to-start-biohacking-optimizing-your-health-with-dr-molly-maloof/ #177 How to Transform Your Money Mindset & Rewire Your Brain for Wealth with Barbara Huson (00:48:39) https://brittanykrystle.com/how-to-transform-your-money-mindset-rewire-your-brain-for-wealth-with-barbara-huson/ #178 Becoming a Content Creator: The Value of Experience & Pushing Through Fear With Ehlie Luna Pt. 1 (00:56:21) https://brittanykrystle.com/becoming-a-content-creator-the-value-of-experience-pushing-through-fear-with-ehlie-luna-pt-1/ #179 Life as a Content Creator: The Business, Burnout, & Work-Life Harmony With Ehlie Luna Pt. 2 (00:56:21) https://brittanykrystle.com/life-as-a-content-creator-the-business-burnout-work-life-harmony-with-ehlie-luna-pt-2/ Free Resources Get my 3 favorite FREE self-compassion guided meditations for entrepreneurs from Dr. Kristin Neff here! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/meditations Get your FREE Optimize Your Health Checklist here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/optimize Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://apple.co/3GWz0vq) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Mrnppp)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe  

Ehlie Luna is a Brooklyn-based, Haitian-American pro makeup artist, creative, and content creator specializing in the beauty space. She served as the key MUA with the New York City Ballet, where she blended theater and fashion by working with designers like Humberto of Opening Ceremony, Valentino, and Stella McCartney. Her creative work has also been featured in commercials and ads for Broadway, and for brands like Kiss, Daily Paper and Facebook. As a content creator, she’s worked with brands like MAC Cosmetics, Pattern Beauty, Uoma Beauty, Beautyblender, Macy’s and more. If you don’t know Ehlie, you will. She truly is a content creator’s content creator. Not only is her work stunning, but she really puts her unique spin on everything she puts out, whether it’s beauty tips, behind-the-scenes details of content creation, or anything else you might want to know as a creator. This is a two-parter because the conversation was just so good. If you missed Part 1, you can find the link below!  On Ep. 179, we cover: How Ehlie knew it was “the time” to leave her job and go all in on content creation The importance of a personal brand: Why, when, and how she started taking content seriously Her hybrid approach to content creation: How she created a sustainable process and workflow  The business of content creation, brand partnerships, & what you don’t learn in more “traditional” roles The pitfalls of being a content creator: The pressures and struggles that people don’t see  How burnout can help you identify what's not working, creating work-life harmony (not balance!) & more! And if you missed it, you can find Part 1 of this conversation right here: https://brittanykrystle.com/becoming-a-content-creator-the-value-of-experience-pushing-through-fear-with-ehlie-luna-pt-1/ Recommended Books Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman https://amzn.to/3aLcA4j Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. https://amzn.to/3MnBqnV Other Recommendations Watch Two Things You Can Do To Stop Ruminating by psychiatrist and mental health educator, Dr. Tracey Marks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAT9pFN2GqU Thupten Phuntsok's program Home: Find him on Instagram or his website for Buddhist philosophy and meditation https://www.instagram.com/_phuntsok/ https://www.thuptenphuntsok.com/ Free Resources Get my 3 favorite FREE self-compassion guided meditations for entrepreneurs from Dr. Kristin Neff here! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/meditations Grab these 11 Journal Prompts​ to Uplevel Your Brand & Business! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/journalprompts Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://apple.co/3GWz0vq) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Mrnppp)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Ehlie: Website: https://www.ehlieluna.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehlieluna   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ehlieluna   Twitter: https://twitter.com/ehlieluna Check out Ehlie's music on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zm5iyj Watch Ehlie's TEDx talk, Quitting is Good: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3bbBdDVa7I     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

Ehlie Luna is a Brooklyn-based, Haitian-American pro makeup artist, creative, and content creator specializing in the beauty space. She served as the key MUA with the New York City Ballet, where she blended theater and fashion by working with designers like Humberto of Opening Ceremony, Valentino, and Stella McCartney. Her creative work has also been featured in commercials and ads for Broadway, and for brands like Kiss, Daily Paper and Facebook. As a content creator, she’s worked with brands like MAC Cosmetics, Pattern Beauty, Uoma Beauty, Beautyblender, Macy’s and more. If you don’t know Ehlie, you will. She truly is a content creator’s content creator. Not only is her work stunning, but she really puts her unique spin on everything she puts out, whether it’s beauty tips, behind-the-scenes details of content creation, or anything else you might want to know as a creator. This is a two-parter because the conversation was just so good. On Ep. 178, we cover: Ehlie’s background: How her upbringing influenced her work  Her experience in the music industry: How living her dream was not the reality  The value of experience: Why you shouldn’t be afraid to try other paths The biggest lesson she learned behind the scenes at the New York City Ballet How beauty can help develop confidence (even when you're not in makeup!) Mindset, mental health, & preparing to pivot Her TEDx talk on quitting: How she prepared, pushed through her fear, and more! Recommended Books Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman https://amzn.to/3aLcA4j Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. https://amzn.to/3MnBqnV Other Recommendations Watch Two Things You Can Do To Stop Ruminating by psychiatrist and mental health educator, Dr. Tracey Marks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAT9pFN2GqU Thupten Phuntsok's program Home: Find him on Instagram or his website for Buddhist philosophy and meditation https://www.instagram.com/_phuntsok/ https://www.thuptenphuntsok.com/ Free Resources Get my 3 favorite FREE self-compassion guided meditations for entrepreneurs from Dr. Kristin Neff here! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/meditations Grab these 11 Journal Prompts​ to Uplevel Your Brand & Business! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/journalprompts Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://apple.co/3GWz0vq) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Mrnppp)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Ehlie: Website: https://www.ehlieluna.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehlieluna   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ehlieluna   Twitter: https://twitter.com/ehlieluna Check out Ehlie's music on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zm5iyj Watch Ehlie's TEDx talk, Quitting is Good: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3bbBdDVa7I     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

This episode is all about a topic that needs to be discussed more openly, especially for women… and that’s money.  Like it or not, money is a necessity in our society and it’s also an important source of power, which means it is incredibly important to feel confident and empowered when it comes to anything related to your finances. And whether you’re aware of it or not, everyone has a unique relationship and internal dialogue around money that affects your monetary habits, behaviors, and decisions. This week’s guest is a leading authority on helping women transform their relationship with wealth and power so you can live up to your financial and personal potential. Barbara Huson (previously known as Barbara Stanny), is a bestselling author, financial therapist & wealth coach who has helped millions take charge of their finances and their lives. She has been featured on countless outlets including Good Morning America, The View, Extra, CNN, MSNBC, CNBC, Fox News, PBS, NPR, the New York Times, and USA Today. The reason I wanted to have Barbara on as a guest specifically is because of her unique experience, expertise, and ability to educate that separates her from other money mindset coaches out there.  Barbara is the bestselling author of 7 money books (linked below)—I’ve read several of them and I can’t recommend them enough. Her latest book, Rewire for Wealth: Three Steps any Woman Can Take to Program Her Brain For Financial Success is easily one of my favorites ever written on the topic and we dig into what you need to know in this in-depth conversation.  On Ep. 177, we cover: The biggest reasons women have money issues and where to start fixing them  Barbara’s unique financial background & how she overcame a million dollar tax bill left by her ex-husband as a single mom of three What wealthy women are doing differently from the rest Rewiring Your Brain For Wealth: The three steps for wealth, wellbeing, and anything else you need The role of spirituality and neuroscience in changing your mindset The least intimidating place to start changing your money mindset & more! Books by Barbara Huson Rewire for Wealth: Three Steps any Woman Can Take to Program Her Brain For Financial Success https://amzn.to/3MTOYII Sacred Success: A Course in Financial Miracles https://amzn.to/3sRJLJQ Breaking Through: Getting Past the Stuck Points in Your Life https://amzn.to/38aRcV4 Finding a Financial Advisor You Can Trust: A Guide for Investors (and Those Who Want To Be) https://amzn.to/3sPyYQk Overcoming Underearning: A Five-Step Plan to a Richer Life https://amzn.to/3wFiaxx Secrets of Six-Figure Women: Surprising Strategies to up Your Earnings and Change Your Life https://amzn.to/3a7DQtm Prince Charming Isn’t Coming: How Women Get Smart About Money https://amzn.to/39KJHEQ Barbara's Book Recommendation A Course in Miracles by Helen Schucman, PhD https://amzn.to/3GbandY  Free Resources Get my 3 favorite FREE self-compassion guided meditations for entrepreneurs from Dr. Kristin Neff here! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/meditations Grab these 11 Journal Prompts​ to Uplevel Your Brand & Business! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/journalprompts Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-influential/id1264581842) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0Z55W0OeqRN9VHhVVDQaMD)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Barbara: Website: https://www.barbara-huson.com/ Business Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barbarahusonofficial/   Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=732224515   Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBarbaraHuson   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebarbarahuson/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarahuson/     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

I thought now would be a great time to reshare the most popular Beyond Influential interview of all time, Episode 45 with Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, aka Melissa Wood Health, on Tapping into Your Passion & Staying Unfiltered in an Instagram World. And while I’m sure there have been a few changes in the specific details as she’s scaled, the conversation still holds up today. Since this episode was recorded, I’ve loved watching the growth and evolution of Melissa’s brand and business. (At the time, I hadn’t tried her workouts, but since then they’ve really helped out when I fell off the workout wagon during the pandemic.) Melissa Wood Health on Creating a Brand & Business Around Her Passion Melissa Wood-Tepperberg is the founder of the MWH method, a certified yoga and pilates instructor, meditator, a proponent of plant based diets, and most importantly a mom of two. Melissa regularly creates health & wellness content for a VERY devoted audience online. While the wellness influencer space is saturated with perfectly curated feeds, what's interesting about Melissa's brand is that she prefers to share her journey unfiltered, from her photos to her personal struggles to get to this point. She has been open about her journey from severe anxiety and an awful eating disorder and has been using her platform to help de-stigmatize these topics. On this episode, we cover: How Melissa discovered her passion & the journey to making it a scalable business (and how to find yours if you don't know!) How she stopped comparing herself to others on Instagram  Melissa's brand: her 3Ms, her target audience, her content process, influencer marketing, collabs & more!   Melissa's Book Recommendations A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course in Miracles by Marianne Williamson https://amzn.to/39E4v0L Spirit Junkie: A Radical Road to Self-Love and Miracles by Gabrielle Bernstein https://amzn.to/3KZLG4W Love Your Body: A Positive Affirmation Guide for Loving and Appreciating Your Body (https://amzn.to/3vXtK6U) and You Can Heal Your Life (https://amzn.to/3FysZEG) by Louise Hay Free Resources Get my 3 favorite FREE self-compassion guided meditations for entrepreneurs from Dr. Kristin Neff here! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/meditations Grab these 11 Journal Prompts​ to Uplevel Your Brand & Business! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/journalprompts Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-influential/id1264581842) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0Z55W0OeqRN9VHhVVDQaMD)!   To connect with Melissa: Website: https://melissawoodhealth.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaWoodHealth/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd-M8iMVPXC9qE-4s8B9law   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissawoodhealth/       To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g     If you enjoyed this, check out these other Beyond Influential episodes: Ep. 173 Self-Compassion for Business Success as an Entrepreneur with Dr. Kristin Neff https://www.brittanykrystle.com/self-compassion-for-business-success-as-an-entrepreneur-with-dr-kristin-neff/  Ep. 176 How to Start Biohacking & Optimizing Your Health with Dr. Molly Maloof https://www.brittanykrystle.com/how-to-start-biohacking-optimizing-your-health-with-dr-molly-maloof/  Ep. 63 Lauryn Evarts Bosstick of The Skinny Confidential on Evolving from Blogger to Businesswoman & How to Build an Empire on Authentic Influence https://www.brittanykrystle.com/63-lauryn-evarts-bosstick-of-the-skinny-confidential-on-evolving-from-blogger-to-businesswoman-how-to-build-an-empire-on-authentic-influence/    *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

I’m excited to introduce this week’s guest, Dr. Molly Maloof, who has been at the forefront of how biohacking, functional medicine, and personalized healthcare can be used to optimize your health.  Dr. Molly provides personalized medicine to world class entrepreneurs, investors, and technology executives in Silicon Valley. She has also worked as an advisor or consultant to over 50 companies in the digital health, consumer health, and biotech industries, and she’s currently writing a book on biohacking for women. Dr. Molly gives so much incredible information on this episode that you can start implementing today. To make it a little bit easier, I created this free downloadable “Optimize Your Health Checklist” that lists out Dr. Molly’s recommended steps for achieving optimal health. On Ep. 176, we cover: Dr. Molly’s background: Her path away from “traditional” medicine to create her own lane Biohacking 101: How to start optimizing your health (with lots of actionable specifics!) Why women and men need to take different approaches to biohacking Testing you should be doing, supplements you need to take, and more specific recommendations from Dr. Molly.  Her new venture as the founder and CEO of Adamo Bioscience, a company pioneering the science of love The biggest driver of long term happiness and health, and more! **Please note that this is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to be taken as medical advice. Free Resource! Get your FREE Optimize Your Health Checklist here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/optimize Dr. Molly's Book Recommendations Power vs. Force: The Hidden Determinants of Human Behavior by David R. Hawkins, M.D., PhD https://amzn.to/3ELNptc Real Magic: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science, and a Guide to the Secret Power of the Universe by Dean Radin, PhD https://amzn.to/39eXrHJ The Mood Cure: The 4-Step Program to Take Charge of Your Emotions--Today by Julia Ross, M.A. https://amzn.to/3vDQCae The Anatomy of Anxiety by Ellen Vora, M.D. https://amzn.to/3Msxjri   My Book Recommendations Glucose Revolution: The Life-Changing Power of Balancing Your Blood Sugar by Jessie Inchauspé https://amzn.to/3keU05V State Change: End Anxiety, Beat Burnout, and Ignite a New Baseline of Energy and Flow by Robin Berzin, MD https://amzn.to/3LBmseF Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don’t Have To by David A. Sinclair, PhD, AO, and Matthew LaPlante https://amzn.to/3vhyrIs Life Force: How New Breakthroughs in Precision Medicine Can Transform the Quality of Your Life & Those You Love by Tony Robbins, Peter H. Diamandis, MD, and Robert Hariri, MD, PhD https://amzn.to/3keGNKm   Recommended Products and Suppplements Oura ring https://ouraring.com/ Garmin vivosmart 4 https://amzn.to/3kdgPXJ  Upgraded Formulas - mineral and metal testing https://bit.ly/37HT1sB Levels Health - App-Based Continuous Glucose Monitor https://www.levelshealth.com/join?partner=DRMOLLY&campaignid=36303 Genova Diagnostics - allergy testing (food, molds, airborne) https://www.gdx.net/product/igg-food-antibodies-food-sensitivity-test-blood  Parsley Health (affordable functional medicine doctors) https://www.parsleyhealth.com/ Qualia Skin Science-Backed Radiance -  https://amzn.to/3ka43cF Zembrin - natural mood booster https://amzn.to/3EWIqpF Omega Supplement:Thorne Super EPA https://amzn.to/3Mw7oPf Vitamin D3 and K2 Liquid Supplement https://amzn.to/3KiKmK8 KAL B-12 Methylcobalamin Active Melt Raspberry Tablets https://amzn.to/3vkVyC3 Some reputable supplement brands:Quicksilver Scientific (https://amzn.to/392ksNS),Thorne (https://amzn.to/3k6XxDC),Metagenics (https://amzn.to/3MoD8Wz)  Want to Support the Podcast for free? 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Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Dr. Molly: Website: https://drmolly.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MollyMaloofMD/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/mollymaloofmd   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmolly.co/   To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g     Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. 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“Should I have kids?” “Do I want kids?” “Will I regret becoming a parent?” “Will I regret not becoming a parent?” Indecision around parenthood is way more common than you think and it’s time to remove the shame and judgment from the topic by having open conversations like this week’s Beyond Influential episode.  Ann Davidman is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a motherhood and fatherhood clarity mentor,  and the co-creator of the program and book, Motherhood - Is it for me?, which has been a trusted resource for women experiencing ambivalence about motherhood.  For the past 30 years, Ann has been coaching potential parents in a supportive and non-judgmental way to help them discover their true desire about whether they want to have children or live a childfree life. On Ep. 175, we cover: How Ann started a business around parenthood indecision Motherhood & Fatherhood Clarity Framework: What it is & How it was developed  The shifts and similarities over the decades on concerns and attitudes on parenthood  How the decision is different for men vs. women Regrets & the myth of changing your mind   “Do I want kids?” What factors you need to evaluate Destigmatizing a child-free life, what she would add to her book today, & more! Ann's Book Motherhood - Is it for me? https://amzn.to/3O4ahsg Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-influential/id1264581842) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0Z55W0OeqRN9VHhVVDQaMD)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Ann: Website: https://www.motherhoodisitforme.com/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ismotherhood4me   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismotherhoodforme   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anndavidman/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MotherhoodIsItForMe   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/adavidman Check out Ann's book recommendation, The Family Nobody Wanted, right here: https://amzn.to/37cvvU3     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g     Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

I loved chatting with this week’s Beyond Influential guest—it’s easily one of my favorite interviews I’ve done for the show because it dives into the highly relevant topic of what it truly means to be an adult in today’s world. This is an important conversation as many millennials and more and more Gen Z-ers are currently trying to be an adult while simultaneously starting to raise the next generation of adults.  New York Times bestselling author Julie Lythcott-Haims is a speaker, teacher, mentor, and activist who brings so much value and experience to the table and delivers insight after insight in this conversation.  As the former Stanford dean of freshmen and undergraduate advising, Julie has encountered countless twenty and thirty somethings who feel they’re just playing the part of “adult,” while internally struggling with anxiety and stress. She has written multiple books that I can highly recommend. Her first book, How to Raise an Adult, led to a popular Ted Talk on How to Raise Successful Kids Without Overparenting. And now her most recent book, Your Turn: How to Be an Adult, examines and answers the question, “What does it really mean to be an adult today?” and includes practical strategies for living a more authentic adult life.  In Ep. 174, we cover: Julie’s journey from lawyer to creating her own role at Stanford to acclaimed author The overparenting phenomenon and its effects Why many millennials don’t feel confident in their adulting skills What it actually means to be an adult (and why it’s a process, not a checklist) Why you need to stop “playing it safe” in order to live your most authentic life, and more!   Books by Julie Lythcott-Haims How to Raise an Adult https://amzn.to/36Qw7yi Real American: A Memoir https://amzn.to/3DsaeBK Your Turn: How to Be an Adult https://amzn.to/3Nx1lew Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-influential/id1264581842) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0Z55W0OeqRN9VHhVVDQaMD)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Julie: Website: https://www.julielythcotthaims.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jlythcotthaims/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/jlythcotthaims   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlythcotthaims/   Watch Julie's TED Talk on How to Raise Successful Kids–Without Overparenting: https://youtu.be/CyElHdaqkjo     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g     Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

Update: This episode with Drew Afualo was originally posted September 21, 2021, and since then she's continued to blow up with over 6.6M TikTok followers. When we spoke, Drew said one of her dreams was having her own talk show, and now she's the host of a weekly show, The Comment Section, where she and her guests explore their dreaded TikTok comment sections.     This week's guest Drew Afualo DOES NOT hold back. Drew Afualo is a TikTok star who gained popularity through her comedic videos roasting misogynists and other toxic men. She has quickly grown to over one million followers and counting.    Drew’s wit is strategic and she’s been a beacon of confidence for women on TikTok—empowering them to not settle for less than they deserve. She’s also an ally to women of color and other marginalized communities. We had a great conversation about her journey, including getting fired from her dream job, and realizing that the dream wasn’t actually the dream, how she ended up on TikTok, how she decides who to roast,  how she handles haters and more.    On Ep. 165 with Drew Afualo we discuss: Drew’s journey to TikTok after being fired from her dream job  The art of roasting toxic men and empowering women Her content process: From choosing who to roast to recording and editing her videos How she deals with haters, clout-seeking males, and moderating her TikTok comments Drew's stance on being an ally to marginalized communities Having her account banned multiple times and why you can’t rely on only one platform Becoming a full-time TikToker, brand partnerships, and more!   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe     OTHER HELPFUL LINKS: Never waste time wondering, "What should I share in my Stories?" again. Grab my 40+ Instagram Story Prompts That Convert: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/igstoryprompts     WANT MORE THAN ONE WAY TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way: https://apple.co/3rSk09A Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle! https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/     To connect with Drew: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewafualo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewafualo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrewAfualo0   The Comment: Section: https://lnk.bio/thecommentsection     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g

Are you too hard on yourself? Do you hold yourself to the highest standards and demand perfection? For many entrepreneurs, self-compassion and being nice to yourself usually aren’t at the top of the to-do list. It’s common for business owners and high achievers to put pressure on themselves as a way to motivate, perform, and succeed. (And you might not even notice the negative ways you speak to yourself.) While this may be effective in the short term, ultimately it’s harmful and doesn’t produce the desired results in the long-term.  Self-compassion is essential for entrepreneurs to succeed sustainably. When most people think of self-compassion, it’s usually associated with complacency or lack of ambition and drive, when it’s actually the opposite. It turns out (and research shows) that self-compassion is highly effective for helping increase motivation and achieve your goals.  This week’s Beyond Influential guest, Dr. Kristin Neff, is a pioneer and one of the most influential researchers in the field of self-compassion. Nearly 20 years ago, she conducted the first self-compassion empirical studies, including setting the standard to define and measure it and has been leading the way since.  She has authored several bestselling books that I can recommend, including Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself and The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook.  Her newest book, Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women Can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Their Power, and Thrive, is a must-read for all women. On Ep. 173, we cover: What is self-compassion & how it’s different from self-esteem and empathy The two types of self-compassion: Fierce vs. tender Myths and misunderstandings around self-compassion  Why self-compassion is more effective than criticism for successful achievement How self-compassion increases your ability to be authentic  How to practice self-compassion, why it’s especially important for women, and more! Free Resource! Get my 3 favorite FREE self-compassion guided meditations for entrepreneurs from Dr. Kristin Neff here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/self-compassion-for-business-success-as-an-entrepreneur-with-dr-kristin-neff/#meditations Self-Compassion Books by Dr. Neff I highly recommend Dr. Neff's books (and workbook!)—all three are great! Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself: https://amzn.to/3tgYBsm The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook: https://amzn.to/36Fdugx Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women Can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Their Power, and Thrive: https://amzn.to/3BY4te9 Want to Support the Podcast for free? Leaving a rating goes a long way and allows me to continue putting out quality content! You can leave one on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-influential/id1264581842) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0Z55W0OeqRN9VHhVVDQaMD)! Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle!   To connect with Dr. Neff: Website: https://self-compassion.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfcompassion   Twitter: https://twitter.com/self_compassion   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NeffSelfCompassion/     Check out all of Dr. Neff’s books here: https://amzn.to/3hkCCv5       To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g     Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe       If you enjoyed this, check out these other Beyond Influential episodes: Optimizing Your Brain & Business Through Therapy with Dr. Jordan Hoffman: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/optimizing-your-brain-business-through-therapy-with-dr-jordan-hoffman/ Dr. Joan Rosenberg on How to Build Lasting Confidence and Create a Life You Love https://www.brittanykrystle.com/dr-joan-rosenberg-on-how-to-build-lasting-confidence-and-create-a-life-you-love-updated/ *Disclosure: These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

Let’s talk about sex! My guest this week is Dr. Kate Balestrieri, a sex therapist and co-founder of Modern Intimacy, a safe space where people can find expert-driven information, professional resources, and an inclusive community—because every person has a right to a safe, empowered, and pleasurable relationship with sexuality.  Each of the topics we chat about in this episode could be an episode on its own, so if there’s anything we discuss that you would like a deeper dive on or something we did not cover related to sex and intimacy, let me know by sending me a DM on Instagram @brittanykrystle. On Ep. 172, we cover: How Kate became a sex therapist and her mission and vision for Modern Intimacy The spectrum of relationships from monogamy to polyamory, and why we shouldn't think in terms of "normal" or "standard" Age-appropriate sex education: What it is and how parents can talk to their kids about sex Tips for exploring polyamory and other sexual desires in your relationship How social media and online spaces have affected the way people approach relationships Porn and relationships: How pornography can be a healthy or destructive force in relationships Sexual trauma: How it’s treated and how to communicate it to your partner or support a partner who has experienced it Why orgasms shouldn’t be the measure of “success” or the end goal in sex (and what should be)   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe     HELPFUL LINKS: Check out my Free masterclass on 3 Secrets to Building a Profitable Personal Brand! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/masterclass/     WANT MORE THAN ONE WAY TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way: https://apple.co/3rSk09A Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle! https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/     To connect with Kate: Website: https://www.modernintimacy.com/ Kate's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkatebalestrieri   Modern Intimacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernintimacy/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drkatebalestrieri     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@brittanykrystle    

Rachel DeAlto is a relationship expert, coach, media personality, speaker, and the author of relatable: How to Connect with Anyone Anywhere (Even if It Scares You). You might recognize her from Lifetime’s Married at First Sight and TLC’s Kate+Date, or as a guest expert on The TODAY Show, Access Hollywood Live, and Fox News. I met Rachel when we shared a Clubhouse stage together and immediately hit it off as recovering lawyers who now get to be ourselves for a living! On Ep. 171, we chat about: Rachel’s journey from lawyer to relationship expert What relatability actually is How to authentically be yourself without oversharing Tips for overcoming social anxiety and making friends as an adult How to connect with anyone anywhere, and more!     Check out Rachel's book, relatable: How to Connect with Anyone, Anywhere (Even If It Scares You) here: https://amzn.to/3I9CCuq     Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe     HELPFUL LINKS: Check out my Free masterclass on 3 Secrets to Building a Profitable Personal Brand! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/masterclass/     WANT MORE THAN ONE WAY TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way: https://apple.co/3rSk09A Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle! https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/     To connect with Rachel: Website: https://www.racheldealto.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/racheldealto/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@racheldealto   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/racheldealto   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/racheldealto   Twitter: https://twitter.com/RachelDeAlto     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@brittanykrystle     *Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission which helps me continue to create this content (at no extra cost to you). Thank you so much for your support.

This week’s episode is an awesome conversation I had with retired Marine Corps Captain Rich Cardona for his podcast, The Leadership Locker. I love that he says starting and growing a business is harder than it was to serve in the United States Marines. We had a great conversation not only during the interview, but also after we finished recording. We really hit it off, and I appreciate how incredibly thoughtful and intentional he is around the integrity of his podcast and it’s an honor to have been a guest on his show. I definitely recommend checking out the Leadership Locker Podcast as well as his recently-started podcast on NFT’s called NFTs for Newbies.   In this conversation, we chat about all things personal branding and the pivots I’m currently making in my own personal brand and business.  On Ep. 170, we talk: Tips for building your personal brand: Getting started, content creation, niching down vs. going broad, & keeping it authentic  Important lessons I learned before starting my own business Happiness, sunk cost fallacy, and why you need to listen to your gut  Designing my business around life and not my life around business Why I’m pivoting and going all in on Beyond Influential, and more!   Want to get early access, ad-free Beyond Influential episodes, full transcripts, and other exclusive perks? Check out Beyond Influential Backstage! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/backstage   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe     HELPFUL LINKS: Check out my Free masterclass on 3 Secrets to Building a Profitable Personal Brand! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/masterclass/   Listen to my episode on The Leadership Locker: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-wait-to-pivot-with-brittany-krystle/id1478567809?i=1000536970962     WANT MORE THAN ONE WAY TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way: https://apple.co/3rSk09A Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle! https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/     To connect with Rich:   Website: https://richcardonamedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richcardona_/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richcardona/   The Leadership Locker Podcast: https://richcardonamedia.com/the-leadership-locker-podcast/   NFTs for Newbies Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nfts-for-newbies/id1581483443     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@brittanykrystle  

Leanne Perice is the founder of MADE BY ALL, a digital talent management and branding company representing the industry's most innovative creators, influencers, and celebrities, including Teyana Taylor, Helen Owen, and Tessa Brooks. With clients that reach over 300 million consumers, she recognizes the limitless rise of digital voices and provides strategic management to turn them into new age empires. Being at the forefront of the digital economy, Leanne values the art of all partnerships and helping her clients monetize outside the box while helping them build a strong brand identity. This episode is a must listen whether you’re an influencer or content creator or if you’re looking to use influencers and content creators for your brand or business. On Ep. 169, we chat about:  Influencer management, including what a manager does and when you need one  How Leanne works with clients  to really bring their vision to life Points to consider when negotiating a deal How creators should be looking to monetize outside of brand deals, and more!   Want to get early access, ad-free Beyond Influential episodes, full transcripts, and other exclusive perks? Check out Beyond Influential Backstage! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/backstage   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe     HELPFUL LINKS: Check out my Free masterclass on 3 Secrets to Building a Profitable Personal Brand! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/masterclass/     WANT MORE THAN ONE WAY TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way: https://apple.co/3rSk09A Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle! https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/     To connect with Leanne: Website: https://www.madebyall.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leanneperice/   Made By All Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/madebyall/   Email: leanne@madebyall.com     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@brittanykrystle  

I love love love this week’s guest, Christi Lukasiak. You might recognize her from the hit reality Lifetime series Dance Moms, but I actually first became aware of her when she joined my community and became one of my coaching clients, and it wasn’t until after that point that I learned about her time on reality TV. We’ve since become friends, and what you see is what you get. On top of being incredibly smart and a boss, she’s just as hilarious as she comes across on the show and social media.  I ended up watching Dance Moms to prepare for this conversation and I see why she’s still everyone’s favorite cool mom. Not only does she have an incredible social media presence, but she’s been reaching all new audiences through the syndication of Dance Moms on various streaming platforms.  She’s refreshingly honest, and for better or worse, she fully owns her time on the show and the ups and downs that brings. She’s on a mission to empower the next generation of women with the tools they need to succeed as an adult, and on this episode, she gets real with me on all the things you want to know. On Ep. 168 with Christi Lukasiak, we cover: The reality behind reality TV: What it was really like behind the scenes of Dance Moms Regrets, mental health, and why she left a hit show in its prime Bullying, mom-shaming, and the challenges of parenting in the public eye How she worked with me to find her niche and why personal branding has been essential to her and her family’s success   Christi’s business: How she monetizes, creating Adulting 101, launching her Begin Planner, what she’s focusing on next, and more!   Want to get early access, ad-free Beyond Influential episodes, full transcripts, and other exclusive perks? Check out Beyond Influential Backstage! https://www.brittanykrystle.com/backstage   Don't want to miss an episode (or valuable free resources!)? Get on my list here: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/subscribe   OTHER HELPFUL LINKS: Never waste time wondering, "What should I share in my Stories?" again. Grab my 40+ Instagram Story Prompts That Convert: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/igstoryprompts   Get 20% off Christi's Begin Planner with code BEGIN2022 right here: https://www.christilukasiak.com/begin Take Christi's Free Boss Bitch Bootcamp challenge: https://adulting.christilukasiak.com/bootcamp     WANT MORE THAN ONE WAY TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way: https://apple.co/3rSk09A Take a screenshot while listening to the episode and share it in your Instagram Stories—and make sure to tag me @brittanykrystle! https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/     To connect with Christi: Website: https://www.christilukasiak.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christilukasiak/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/christilukasiak TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christilukasiak0 Adulting 101 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adulting101/     To connect with me, Brittany Krystle: Website: https://www.brittanykrystle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanykrystle/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanykrystle/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanykrystle/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brittanykrystlexoxo/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brittanykrystle/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1f0uI6wzWqp58n7fk-7-1g   Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@brittanykrystle