The Journey of Reinvention - Finding Your Inner Warrior
1h 6m
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Ageless by Rescu
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Shaynna Blaze is no stranger to a 360 degree life makeover. She is the queen of reinvention and breathing new life into aspects of her career, focus and life. In this episode Shayna Blaze shares her journey of reinvention and rediscovery of herself. We discuss the importance of embracing change and taking leaps of faith in order to reinvent oneself. Shayna shares how she went through a period of exhaustion and adrenal fatigue, which led her to prioritise radical self-care and make changes in her lifestyle. She talks about the role of singing (and just last week she launched her first single WARRIOR available for download on all music apps) and yoga in rediscovering her happiness and reclaiming her identity. We also cover the topics of beauty, body image, and the perception of women in the media. In this conversation, Bahar and Shaynna discuss the factors that contribute to personal growth and self-discovery at different stages of life.
Key Takeaways
- Reinvention can happen on different areas of life and is often triggered by significant events, loss or personal crisis.
- Taking care of oneself and prioritising activities that bring joy and happiness can contribute to a sense of reinvention and rediscovery.
- Beauty and sensuality are ageless qualities that can be embraced and celebrated at any stage of life.
- Self-perception and mindset play a crucial role in feeling confident and embracing one's best years.
- Physical treatments and skincare routines can be helpful in maintaining a youthful appearance, but it's important to choose what makes you feel comfortable and confident.
- Personal growth and self-discovery can happen at any age or stage of life.
- Finding one's purpose and accepting oneself are key to personal growth.
- Transparency in media and social media can help break the stigma around personal struggles.
- Arts can be a powerful tool for preventing violence and abuse.
- Incorporating green tea, collagen powder, and music into daily routines can have positive effects on well-being.
- Taking care of dental health is important for overall appearance and confidence.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
08:12 Challenges and Traumatic Experiences
16:19 Reclaiming Sexiness and Femininity
33:18 Confidence and Owning Personal Strength
44:59 The Power of Transparency in Media and Social Media
53:38 Skincare Rituals for Ageless Beauty
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