Leadership is an ongoing process of connecting to what matters most, having a vision of what is possible, and taking inspired action to bring that vision into reality. As we embark on the path of awakening the conscious leader within, we must do the deep inner work of self-forgiveness. In this special episode, I offer an introduction to self-forgiveness, then a guided meditation to gently take you on a healing journey. The guided meditation begins at minute 6:36. Love & Light, D Connect ...
In this bonus episode, enjoy a soothing guided meditation to access your higher mind. Your higher mind is in a specific part of your brain that you can easily reach once you know where to find it. Placing your awareness in your higher mind as you focus on the sound of my voice will allow you to relax, to heal, to meet your Higher Self, and to begin manifesting your dreams. Set aside at least 30 minutes so that you can record any ideas or inspiration that you receive in this relaxed state. F...
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, in this episode I share a part of my journey through cancer - from the months preceding my diagnosis, to the time I first found the lump, and the aftermath that ensued. ***Trigger Warning*** There are points in the episode where you will hear me struggle to share some of the most painful moments. Until now, there were only 5 people on earth who have heard this story in this way. If you're struggling with your health or have concerns that you haven'...
You and you alone are responsible for managing your energy. The more skillful you become in setting appropriate boundaries - both externally and internally, the better you will be able to manage your energy. People can only drain you if you allow them. Your job is to set appropriate boundaries to seal up energy leaks & start managing our own energy in a healthier way. References: Fact or Fiction?: Energy Can Neither Be Created Nor Destroyed - Scientific American Magazine The War o...
Do you consider yourself a high achiever? Are you more accepting of yourself if you've "proven" you are worthy? If so, your sense of self-worth may be tied to your accomplishments. If that's the case, there is a high probability that you are struggling with imposter syndrome more than others. Additionally, you're likely to be managing a significant amount of stress. In this episode, we'll sort out the difference between stress and self-doubt so we can get to the root of imposter syndrome. We'...
In this episode I'll be discussing a key concept that lies at the root of so many of our fears: the fear of disappointment and the fear of regret. The reason this is such a big deal is because making a tiny shift in how you see disappointment and regret can profoundly alter the course of your life. Join me for a fresh look at how these fears feed into imposter syndrome, why they stop us in our tracks, and, most importantly, what you can do about it. I'll share some pro tips to emp...
There's nothing worse than waking up one day realizing you have been living someone else's life... pursuing someone else's dreams... and denying your needs & wants... only to find out you have cancer and the life you've been living is now on the verge of ending. In this episode, I candidly discuss my journey through trauma and how I found the courage to transform my past, present, and future AND overcome fear by showing up in the world as I was meant to be: My True Self. Here's an ...
Elegantly Unpolished is the show is for you if you have a big dream you've been holding yourself back. Or maybe you just can't seem to find the energy/time/resources (insert other excuses) to finish what you've started. Welcome to the club! You're not alone and you can have a fresh start right at this very moment! Let's talk about what it means to embrace yourself as elegantly unpolished so you can move past resistance and start creating an amazing new life worth living! Connect Join ou...
Elegantly Unpolished™ is a podcast for passionate leaders who have HUGE GOALS but are STUCK in fear and self-doubt. This show is for you if you are a recovering perfectionist who tends to overthink, overanalyze, and catastrophize. We know who we are! We don't accept the idea that good enough is good enough... but perhaps we can accept the idea that it's okay to be elegantly unpolished! Join the conversation in our online community at https://facebook.com/groups/elegantlyunpolished