I Heart My Life Show

Are you feeling stuck in a rut and unsure of what your next move should be?

Do you ever feel like you're doing the same thing over and over again, and there's something new trying to come through that you haven't allowed yourself to hear or receive?

Are you wondering if it's time to (dare I say) QUIT the thing you're doing now?

If so, you're going to want to listen to this episode of the podcast.

I'm taking you BTS of my own experience with those questions above, and I reveal some of the big decisions that I'm making for myself on behalf of my intuition and next chapter.

HINT: It includes turning two things off for the time being. (I share the details in the Show!)

So, if you're feeling stuck and unsure of what your next move should be, I highly recommend giving this episode a listen. I'm hoping that my vulnerability and honesty will inspire you to tune into your intuition and make the necessary changes to follow your bliss.

Spoiler alert: I don't have all of the answers yet, but I'm here for the transformation and am excited about what will be revealed to me.

Thanks for tuning in!

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Meet Jennifer Kem. She's sharing her journey from growing up in a small town in Hawaii to becoming an entrepreneur and brand strategist working with celebrity clients all around the world.

Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of taking risks to achieve autonomy and control in your life.

The subject of this episode podcast is "Brand Archetypes and Entrepreneurship,"... but it's SO much more than that.

In this episode, we cover...

• How understanding your brand archetype can help you tell better stories and be more effective in your marketing.
• The importance of personal branding, especially in the early stages of building a business.
• Jen's signature Unicorn Team Framework.
• The common pitfalls and mistakes that entrepreneurs make in the online space (and how to avoid them).
• How to know if your goals are actually aligned with how you want to live your life.
• What Jen had to overcome personally to achieve her success. (Like building an 8-figure brand, having a company where her daughters can work with her too, and creating her own vineyard - and the list goes on!)

And! As a special gift for you, Jen has also gifted our community her signature Brand Archetype Assessment. You can access that here: http://www.jenniferkem.com/heart

Remember, to create a life that exceeds expectations, live your values through action, not just thoughts. Tune in now...!

In This Episode:

[01:13]Childhood Curiosity
The guest talks about her childhood in a small town in Hawaii, her fascination with brands and exploration, and her early desire to become the general counsel of Coca-Cola International.

[06:51]College Major and First Job
The guest talks about switching her major to marketing in college and her first job as a junior copywriter at Ogilvy and Mather, where she worked on the Coca-Cola International account.

[08:38]Brand Archetyping
The guest talks about her first account at Ogilvy and Mather, which was for Coca-Cola International versus Pepsi, and how she learned about brand archetyping, which has followed her throughout her entire career.

09:35]Trying Different Paths
The guest talks about her journey from wanting to be a full-bodied strategist to becoming an entrepreneur, and the importance of trying different things to find what inspires and motivates you.

[11:47]Leaving the Corporate World
The guest shares her decision to leave the corporate world in 2006 after being passed up for a promotion, and how her experience in the corporate world has helped her in her entrepreneurial career.

[13:54]Values-Driven Framework
The guest explains her values-driven framework for decision-making, which involves considering her future self, present self, and past self, and running decisions through the filter of her vision, voids, and violations.

[18:02]Brand Archetypes
The guest explains the concept of brand archetypes and how they are used to create the voice and character of a brand, using Coca-Cola and Pepsi as examples.

[23:35]Personal Brand vs Company Brand
The guest discusses the importance of personal branding in the forming and storming phases of a business, but also emphasizes the need to eventually find someone else to run the company so that the founder can focus on promoting the brand.

[25:41]Unicorn Team Framework
The guest introduces her Unicorn Team Framework, which includes the roles of visualizer, strategizer, and mobilizer, and explains how it can help entrepreneurs build their businesses and eventually replace themselves as CEO.

[29:19]Failing Fast
The guest talks about the importance of failing fast and how overthinking and perfectionism can be killers to your brand and business.

[30:21]Using AI in Business
The guest advises entrepreneurs not to forget the human intelligence they possess when using AI to grow their business and to focus on improving their skillset and craft.

[31:20]Operationalizing Too Early
The guest recommends that entrepreneurs take care of their life first and get help during the forming phase of their business, instead of wasting time and money on operationalizing too early.

[37:25]Changing Goals
The guest talks about changing her goals and simplifying her business to focus on her peace and prosperity.

[39:03]Losing Yourself
The guest discusses her fear of losing herself and how she has failed in her personal life, particularly in relationships and health.

[43:50]Personal Branding and Cancel Culture
The guest gives advice on personal branding and dealing with cancel culture, emphasizing the importance of values, consistency, and community.

[47:01]Instagram and Brand Archetype Assessment
Jennifer shares her Instagram handle and offers a brand archetype assessment to listeners.

[47:39]Creating a Life Better Than Your Dreams
Jennifer advises listeners to live their values and take action towards them.

[48:00]Thanking the Guest
Emily thanks Jennifer for sharing her wisdom and doing great work in the world.

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Have you ever heard of dragon healing?

Me either! Until I started working with my incredible client Theresa Nguyen that is.

In this episode of the I Heart My Life Show, I had the pleasure of speaking with Theresa, an energy healer, dragon channel and speaker.

We talked about her journey to discovering her gift and how she uses it to help others. We also discussed what dragon healing actually is and how anyone can tap into it.

We also covered her process of releasing shame around her gifts, becoming more visible in her work and passions, and moving past others (including her family!) not accepting her work or understanding who she truly is.

So, if you want to learn more about dragon healing and how to tap into this powerful energy, be sure to listen to this episode of the I Heart My Life Show.

In This Episode:

[08:40] What is Dragon Healing? 
Theresa explains how she embodies dragons and allows their energy to come out through her hands or voice to break up density and blocks in individuals.

[02:18] Theresa's Journey to Discovering Her Gift 
Theresa shares how she became interested in working with spirit after reaching a plateau in her business and hiring a spiritual mentor.

[01:47] Introducing Mindfulness Practices in Corporations 
Theresa talks about her work in introducing mindfulness practices in corporations in a way that allows them to embrace mindfulness without it being too "woo."

[11:08] Working with Dragon Energy
Theresa explains how to work with dragon energy through meditation, soundbaths, or seeking a dragon channel.

[12:57] Connecting with Dragons through Plant Medicine 
Theresa cautions those who want to connect with dragons through plant medicine and shares a story of someone who experienced dragon energy for three days.

[19:55] Clearing Energy and Spiritual Hygiene 
Theresa discusses the importance of clearing energy and shares her own clearing practice, which involves filling the body with golden light and expanding it outwards.

[21:17] Clearing Impatience and Irritation 
Theresa explains how she clears impatience and irritation from people's energy bodies, and why it's important to do so.

[22:24] Reasons People Seek Dragon Healing 
Theresa discusses why people come to her for dragon healing, including feeling stuck in life, burnout, and repeating patterns.

[25:31] Theresa's Background and Ancestral Gifts 
Theresa talks about her traditional Catholic upbringing and how her gift of working with dragon energy is connected to her ancestors' untapped spiritual gifts.

[31:20] Embracing who I am 
Theresa talks about how Emily's coaching helped her embrace her gift as an energy healer and dragon channel.

[33:03] Challenging the status quo 
Emily and Theresa discuss the importance of speaking up and owning who you are, even if it goes against societal norms.

[34:33] Do the thing that scares you the most
Theresa shares her advice on how to create a fulfilling life by facing your fears and realizing your unlimited potential.

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In this episode of the I Heart My Life Show, I had the pleasure of interviewing financial advisor Mark Fujuwara. 

But guess what? This convo is not about money or financial advice...

Real truth? When my previous client and friend Tricia Brouk introduced me to Mark, I had no idea who he was or what he did.

But I was captivated by his story...

Back in 2016, Mark's life took a downward spiral after a tough divorce, and he struggled with depression, anxiety, and panic attacks.

Through a simple conversation, he got the idea to step out of his comfort zone for 100 days, which as you'll hear in this episode, completely transformed his mental health and reduced his anxiety and depression.

Now if you're reading this thinking you could never take that challenge, just know that he started small.

In fact, his first step was telling someone about his mental health struggles. He called his cousin, who also had mental health struggles (unbeknownst to him!), and found it liberating to share his story.

Now, Mark's goal is to normalize conversations about mental health symptoms in society, comparing it to talking about common cold symptoms.

He believes that this would be a significant step towards winning the battle against mental health struggles if we could all be more open. I completely agree which is why mental health is a big topic of conversation on this Show.

In this episode, you'll also hear Mark talk about how transforming his own life through his new practices also impacted his business. For example, he no longer works with clients who are not their true selves and is able to attract high-level contracts easily, without struggle due to his own energy and magnetism. 

Mark's story serves as a reminder that it's okay to struggle and seek help, and that vulnerability can lead to personal growth and positive change, and he gives us simple ways to reduce anxiety and depression.

Let's dive in...

In This Episode:

[00:00]The Importance of Mental Health 
Mark discusses his goal of normalizing conversations about mental health and how it can help in winning the battle against mental illness.

[01:49]Mark's Journey and Work 
Emily introduces Mark and they discuss his upbringing, career trajectory, and the creation of his family office.

[07:10]The Power of Being True to Yourself 
Mark talks about his struggles with mental health and how being true to himself and sharing his story has helped him and his clients achieve better results.

[12:33]Chy Egoi and Maximum Appreciation 
Mark explains the Japanese concept of Chy Egoi and Maximum Appreciation of the moment.

[14:08]Wake-up Call 
Mark talks about his struggles with anxiety and depression and what led to his wake-up call in 2016.

[21:05]Jumping in a Cold Body of Water
Mark shares how Dave Asprey's advice to jump in a cold body of water became his day one task and how it helped him expand his comfort zone.

[22:13]Hip hop dancing class 
Mark talks about his experience attending an advanced hip hop dancing class and how it helped him step out of his comfort zone.

[25:39]Benefits of vulnerability 
Mark discusses how being vulnerable and sharing his mental health struggles with others helped him feel less lonely and become his true self.

[29:17]Indicators of true self 
Mark shares how he measures his energy levels and looks for red flags to determine if someone is living out their true self.

[33:10]Mark's True Self Approach
Mark discusses his approach to financial advising, which is centered around being true to oneself and avoiding scripts. He shares examples of how this approach has led to successful client relationships.

[34:28]The Importance of Being True to Oneself 
Mark shares a story about how being his true self during a client meeting led to a successful business relationship. He also discusses the importance of being true to oneself in all aspects of life.

[41:23]Manifestation and Letting Go of Results 
Mark and Emily discuss the importance of manifestation and attracting abundance, and how being unattached to specific results can lead to greater success. They also draw parallels between this approach and dating.

[43:24]Trisha's Big Opportunities 
Emily and Mark discuss how Trisha's success has become expected due to her alignment and energy.

[44:11]Mark's Anxiety Story 
Mark shares his experience with anxiety and how he learned to cope with it through meditation and shifting his focus.

[53:22]Surrounding Yourself with the Right People 
Mark emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who align with your true self and being honest with yourself about those relationships.

[55:04]Mark's Struggles with Mental Health 
Mark talks about the importance of being aware of one's mental health and how it affects one's energy.

[55:40]Attracting Positive Energy 
Emily and Mark discuss how attracting positive people is a sign of a shift in one's energy.

[56:03]Gratitude and Appreciation 
Emily thanks Mark for his vulnerability and time, and Mark expresses his appreciation for Emily's work and personality.

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Website https://mfujiwara.bairdwealth.com/

Do you want to invest in yourself by working with a coach or mentor or participate in a group mastermind (or another group container)? And are you wondering how to get results with your coach?

Or are you a coach or consultant yourself who wants to teach her clients to know how to best utilize coaching?

Either way, this episode is for you...and get ready to be inspired!

In this episode, I interviewed Producer, Director, Speaking Coach, and Author Tricia Brouk, who shares her experience working with James and me for three years.

Trust me...she didn't go into our coaching relationship thinking she'd be with us for three years...

In fact, Tricia initially thought it was craaazzzyyy to spend $15,000 on a VIP day with two strangers, but on this epsiode, she explains how she moved past that fear and judgment and decided to fly 6,000 miles roundtrip to work with us in LA. And invest with us for three years!

As you listen (or watch), you'll see that Tricia received achieved instant results in her business, in particular, making back her entire (second) investment of $85,000 within the first two months of working with James and me.

The. results. were. out. of. this. world. 🌍

Don't get me wrong. This isn't always the case with every single coaching client and on this episode, we share why people get tripped up in coaching programs and of course HOW you too, can get the most results with your coach.

(Or how to advise your clients to get results.)

If you're ready to invest in yourself and take your business to the next level, this episode is for you.

As Tricia's story demonstrates, the power of coaching and the importance of investing in yourself to achieve your goals cannot be overstated.

So, what are you waiting for? Tune in now to hear Tricia's inspiring story, and you'll also learn how you can achieve success with our help...

In This Episode:

[02:37]Tricia's VIP Day Experience.
Tricia shares her initial hesitation and ultimate decision to invest in a VIP day with Emily and James, and how she trusted her intuition to take the leap.

[06:27]Importance of Personal Responsibility.
Emily and James highlight Tricia's willingness to take personal responsibility for her results, and how it was a key factor in her success.

[08:54]High-Performance Coaching Results.
Tricia discusses the specific results she achieved through her high-performance coaching with James, including optimizing her health and wellness and feeling younger and more vibrant at 52.

[10:44]Tricia's mindset and openness to growth.
Tricia's openness to change and growth is discussed, particularly in the context of being a high performer and the importance of having a student mindset.

[13:02]Tricia's results from coaching.
Tricia discusses the results she achieved through coaching, including increased visibility, improved business offerings, and making back her investment in just two months.

[17:46]The importance of making a decision to invest in coaching.
The importance of making a decision to invest in coaching is highlighted, with Tricia discussing how making the decision to invest in herself changed everything and allowed her to receive abundance.

[19:37]Modeling Success.
Tricia discusses how Emily modeled a successful two-day masterclass for her, which became the model for her own business.

[20:34]Personal Responsibility and Investment.
James emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and intentionality when investing in coaching, and how it can lead to significant results.

[23:17]Desire for High Net Worth.
Tricia explains her desire to be a high net worth individual in order to give back, donate, and leave a legacy, and how coaching supports her in achieving this goal.

[28:59]The importance of personal responsibility.
James Wedmore talks about the importance of personal responsibility and how it is necessary to handle the ups and downs of a rollercoaster life.

[28:59]The value of coaching.
James Wedmore and Emily Williams discuss how coaching can help individuals navigate the rollercoaster of life and achieve their goals.

[30:15]Closing remarks.
Emily Williams thanks Tricia Brouk and the audience for watching and expresses excitement for those interested in riding the rollercoaster of life.

Links & Resources:

Want to work with Emily and James Directly? Apply Here: http://www.emilywilliams.com/services 

Follow the I Heart My Life Show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-heart-my-life-show/id1569047758

Subscribe to the I Heart My Life Show on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zw6fI37FrfVjZMXlMiZZ6

Connect with Emily:

Emily Williams Website https://emilywilliams.com/

Emily on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emilywilliams/

I Heart My Life Website https://www.iheartmylife.com/

I Heart My Life on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iheartmylife/

I Heart My Life on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/iheartmylifenow

I Heart My Life on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/i-heart-my-life/

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Connect with James:

James Williams Website https://www.thegrowthedge.com

James on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jamesrswilliams

Connect with Tricia Brouk:

Check out Tricia’s new book The Influential Voice 

Visit Tricia’s Website 

Do you want to invest in yourself by working with a coach or mentor or participate in a group mastermind (or another group container)? And are you wondering how to get results with your coach?

Or are you a coach or consultant yourself who wants to teach her clients to know how to best utilize coaching?

Either way, this episode is for you...and get ready to be inspired!

In this episode, I interviewed Producer, Director, Speaking Coach, and Author Tricia Brouk, who shares her experience working with James and me for three years.

Trust me...she didn't go into our coaching relationship thinking she'd be with us for three years...

In fact, Tricia initially thought it was craaazzzyyy to spend $15,000 on a VIP day with two strangers, but on this epsiode, she explains how she moved past that fear and judgment and decided to fly 6,000 miles roundtrip to work with us in LA. And invest with us for three years!

As you listen (or watch), you'll see that Tricia received achieved instant results in her business, in particular, making back her entire (second) investment of $85,000 within the first two months of working with James and me.

The. results. were. out. of. this. world. 🌍

Don't get me wrong. This isn't always the case with every single coaching client and on this episode, we share why people get tripped up in coaching programs and of course HOW you too, can get the most results with your coach.

(Or how to advise your clients to get results.)

If you're ready to invest in yourself and take your business to the next level, this episode is for you.

As Tricia's story demonstrates, the power of coaching and the importance of investing in yourself to achieve your goals cannot be overstated.

So, what are you waiting for? Tune in now to hear Tricia's inspiring story, and you'll also learn how you can achieve success with our help...

In This Episode:

[02:37]Tricia's VIP Day Experience.
Tricia shares her initial hesitation and ultimate decision to invest in a VIP day with Emily and James, and how she trusted her intuition to take the leap.

[06:27]Importance of Personal Responsibility.
Emily and James highlight Tricia's willingness to take personal responsibility for her results, and how it was a key factor in her success.

[08:54]High-Performance Coaching Results.
Tricia discusses the specific results she achieved through her high-performance coaching with James, including optimizing her health and wellness and feeling younger and more vibrant at 52.

[10:44]Tricia's mindset and openness to growth.
Tricia's openness to change and growth is discussed, particularly in the context of being a high performer and the importance of having a student mindset.

[13:02]Tricia's results from coaching.
Tricia discusses the results she achieved through coaching, including increased visibility, improved business offerings, and making back her investment in just two months.

[17:46]The importance of making a decision to invest in coaching.
The importance of making a decision to invest in coaching is highlighted, with Tricia discussing how making the decision to invest in herself changed everything and allowed her to receive abundance.

[19:37]Modeling Success.
Tricia discusses how Emily modeled a successful two-day masterclass for her, which became the model for her own business.

[20:34]Personal Responsibility and Investment.
James emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and intentionality when investing in coaching, and how it can lead to significant results.

[23:17]Desire for High Net Worth.
Tricia explains her desire to be a high net worth individual in order to give back, donate, and leave a legacy, and how coaching supports her in achieving this goal.

[28:59]The importance of personal responsibility.
James Wedmore talks about the importance of personal responsibility and how it is necessary to handle the ups and downs of a rollercoaster life.

[28:59]The value of coaching.
James Wedmore and Emily Williams discuss how coaching can help individuals navigate the rollercoaster of life and achieve their goals.

[30:15]Closing remarks.
Emily Williams thanks Tricia Brouk and the audience for watching and expresses excitement for those interested in riding the rollercoaster of life.

Links & Resources:

Want to work with Emily and James Directly? Apply Here: http://www.emilywilliams.com/services 

Follow the I Heart My Life Show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-heart-my-life-show/id1569047758

Subscribe to the I Heart My Life Show on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zw6fI37FrfVjZMXlMiZZ6

Connect with Emily:

Emily Williams Website https://emilywilliams.com/

Emily on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emilywilliams/

I Heart My Life Website https://www.iheartmylife.com/

I Heart My Life on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iheartmylife/

I Heart My Life on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/iheartmylifenow

I Heart My Life on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/i-heart-my-life/

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Are you feeling stuck or stagnant in your personal or professional life? Do you want to become more successful?

This is the episode for you!

A few weeks ago, my husband James Williams (Certified High-Performance Coach) attended Brendon Burchard's Growth Day Conference here in Austin.

Every day, for four days, James came home and shared his biggest takeaways with me. Even though I wasn't there in the room, I was transformed just by him sharing the info with me!

For that reason, I wanted to ensure that you heard from him as well.

So, if you're feeling stuck or stagnant, I highly recommend listening to this episode. James provides HIGHLY valuable insights on personal growth and development from the world's best teachers so that can help you move forward and achieve your goals.

In This Episode:

[00:35] Why Attend Personal Development Events.
James shares his experience attending Growth Day in Austin, Texas, and discusses the importance of being open to growth and learning.

[03:42] Adding Comfort to Suffering.
James reflects on a concept discussed by Ed Mylett at the event, which is the tendency to add comfort to suffering rather than honoring the struggle and seeing the opportunity for growth.

[08:16] Being Open to Opportunity.
James talks about the importance of being open and aware to notice opportunities in life, and how luck is simply being open and aware enough to notice them.

[09:11] The Importance of Taking Responsibility.
James discusses the importance of taking responsibility for our experiences and not blaming others for negative experiences.

[11:01] Ed Mylett's Inspiring Story.
James shares his admiration for Ed Mylett's story and how he overcame struggles to achieve success.

[12:00] Connecting Through Imperfections.
James talks about the importance of revealing imperfections and struggles to connect with others and remove pedestals.

[18:43] Connecting with loved ones.
James encourages listeners to reach out to someone they care about and tell them they are thinking of them.

[20:19] The importance of tolerating reps.
James discusses the importance of putting in the effort and tolerating the lack of progress at the beginning of any new journey, whether personal or professional.

[26:44] Honoring the struggle.
James talks about the importance of identifying and addressing the struggles that are holding us back, rather than adding comfort to them.

[27:38] Recognizing Discomfort.
James discusses the importance of recognizing discomfort and how mindfulness practices can help release negative emotions.

[30:52] Surviving the Rollercoaster.
James talks about the importance of being present and taking responsibility for how you respond to life, especially during moments of struggle.

[34:50] Being a Good Guy.
James reflects on the difference between being a nice guy and being a good guy, and the importance of standing up for your values and integrity.

[36:58] The Importance of Integrity.
James discusses the importance of integrity in personal growth and development, and how it impacts his role as a father.

[40:23] Understanding Motivations for Growth.
James reflects on a podcast he listened to about narcissistic behavior and shares insights on understanding personal motivations for growth.

[45:17] The Power of Purposeful Motivation.
James emphasizes the importance of purposeful motivation in achieving success, and encourages listeners to align their businesses and decision-making with their personal purpose.

[46:00] What would you be doing if it was impossible to disappoint someone?
James discusses the importance of taking action despite judgment and shares a purposeful question to ask yourself.

[48:08] Responsibility and Personal Development.
James emphasizes the importance of personal development and taking responsibility for showing up at your best.

[50:15] Meeting the Best Version of Yourself.
James shares a reflection from a speaker at Growth Day about meeting the best version of yourself after death and the importance of striving to be that person.

Links & Resources:

Ready to Uplevel Your Life? Join here https://www.iheartmylife.com/membership

Follow the I Heart My Life Show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-heart-my-life-show/id1569047758

Subscribe to the I Heart My Life Show on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zw6fI37FrfVjZMXlMiZZ6

Connect with Emily:

Emily Williams Website https://emilywilliams.com/

Emily on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emilywilliams/

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In this episode of the I Heart My Life Show, we're talking about how to heal. I had the pleasure of interviewing my dear friend Vasavi Kumar who shares her story of addiction, recovery, and self-love. Vasavi's journey of self-discovery and healing is truly inspiring, and I am SO excited to share it with you.

Growing up in a chaotic household, Vasavi experienced early exposure to therapy, which she credits as a key factor in her ability to heal and break the cycle of addiction and mental health issues in her family.

In our conversation, Vasavi talks about her belief in the power of expressing emotions and listening...in fact, she's written a whole book on expressing yourself called "Say It Out Loud" which comes out this week.

Her story is powerful, raw and real...she doesn't hold back! (Even admitting that after going to rehab for the second time, she had to Google "how do I love myself?").

Vasavi's stories demonstrate the power of self-love, vulnerability, and, just like most of our podcast guests, taking action toward your dreams.

(She encourages listeners to find at least one thing every day that makes them feel amazing and to own who they are as a person.)

If you want to hear more about Vasavi journey of self-discovery and healing, make sure to tune in to this episode of the I Heart My Life Show.

As Vasavi says, "Even a little bit of courage can make a huge difference in asking for help, and no one needs to suffer in silence."

Let's dive in!

In This Episode:

[00:00] Vasavi's Journey of Self-Discovery. Vasavi shares her experience with addiction, recovery, and self-love, including her childhood growing up in a chaotic household with Indian immigrant parents and her decision to seek therapy at the age of 12.

[03:20] The Power of Expressing Emotions. Vasavi talks about her belief in the power of expressing emotions and listening to others as a way to heal relationships and promote understanding.

[05:33]Vasavi's Decision to Seek Therapy. Vasavi shares the story of how she asked her parents to go to therapy at the age of 12 after smoking her first cigarette and feeling shame and internalizing her parents' fighting.

[08:26]Therapy and Family Dynamics. Vasavi discusses her 16-year experience with therapy and how it helped her understand her family dynamics and emotions.

[13:14]Belonging and Self-Acceptance. Vasavi shares her struggles with fitting in and finding a sense of belonging, and how she learned to belong to herself and accept her unique traits.

[15:49]Overcoming Addiction and Self-Destruction. Vasavi talks about her journey of self-destruction and addiction, and how she had to destroy parts of herself to get to a place of self-acceptance and living authentically.

[17:20]The Path of Destruction. Vasavi shares her journey of self-discovery and healing, including her experience with addiction, therapy, and learning to love herself.

[19:27]The Voice of Reason. Vasavi talks about the voice in her head that she believes is the voice of God, which helped her seek support and start her journey of healing.

[23:00]Self-Love Practices. Vasavi shares her self-love practices, including hydration, consistency, and understanding how to be loved, and the importance of friendships in her life.

[26:03]The Power of Female Friendships. Vasavi shares how having solid female friendships has been a game changer for her and helped her feel good about herself.

[27:36]Expressing Love and Appreciation. Vasavi talks about her belief in expressing love and appreciation for others, which stems from her childhood experiences and her own desire for validation.

[32:14]Sharing Your Story and Paying It Forward. Vasavi discusses the importance of sharing your story and paying it forward, especially if you've gone through difficult times, and encourages others to do the same.

[34:49]Teachable Moment. Vasavi shares how she turned a hurtful comment into a teachable moment about mental health, addiction, and awareness.

[37:22]Real Estate Investment. Vasavi shares her experience of purchasing real estate in Mexico, including finding a realtor, choosing a property, and securing funding from her mother.

[42:27]Transformation. Vasavi discusses the transformation that came from following her desires, including healing her relationship with her mother, gaining confidence, and discovering her purpose.

[43:26]Increasing Pleasure Point. Vasavi talks about her realization of the need to increase her pleasure point and how it has been the biggest transformation for her.

[47:33]Making Decisions. Vasavi shares her biggest learning lesson of making decisions and how it has helped her to not get stuck.

[50:29]Healing Voices in Your Head. Vasavi talks about her book and how it is about healing the voices in your head, being kinder to yourself, and attracting positive people into your life.

[52:03]Reconnecting with yourself. Vasavi talks about the importance of reconnecting with oneself through talking out loud and learning to be a safe space for oneself.

[53:08]Book title and subtitle. Vasavi shares the title and subtitle of her book, "Say It Out Loud: Using the power of your voice to hear your deepest thoughts so you can courageously pursue your dreams."

[53:58]Creating a life beyond expectations. Vasavi shares her belief in the importance of feeling oneself and owning one's awesomeness as a way to create a life that exceeds expectations.

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In this podcast episode, Emily Williams interviews Rachel B Lee, a branding expert and entrepreneur who shares her journey of leaving her corporate job to start her own business with her husband.

Rachel talks about the mindset blocks and fears she had to overcome, particularly around money and the lack of a safety net. She also shares her IVF journey and the challenges she faced trying to conceive.

Rachel emphasizes the importance of authenticity and finding one's voice in the workplace, as well as the need for self-awareness and vulnerability in personal and professional growth. She also shares her four-step process for building a personal brand.

In This Episode: 

[00:00] IVF Journey.
Rachel talks about her personal journey with IVF and the importance of sharing her experience to help others.

[02:00] Leaving Corporate Job.
Rachel discusses the reasons why she left her corporate job and the challenges she faced in finding her voice and being authentic in the workplace.

[07:34] Mindset Blocks and Fears.
Rachel shares her mindset blocks and fears, particularly around money and security, that she had to overcome in order to leave her corporate job and start her own business.

[10:42] Life Design Coach and Emotional Intelligence Curriculum.
Rachel talks about the importance of having a life design coach and participating in emotional intelligence curriculum to help her make the leap from her corporate job to starting her own business.

[12:33] Roles and Responsibilities in a Business Partnership.
Rachel discusses the challenges she and her husband faced in defining their roles and responsibilities as business partners and the importance of clarity in any business partnership.

[19:16] IVF Journey and Surrendering.
Rachel opens up about her IVF journey and the challenges and growth it has brought her, emphasizing the importance of surrendering to the process.

[21:18] IVF Journey.
Rachel talks about her struggles with IVF, including the process of transferring embryos and her difficulty in getting pregnant.

[26:22] Surrender and Lessons.
Rachel discusses the importance of surrendering and letting go, and how it has been a big lesson in her life.

[30:23] Comparing and Grieving.
Rachel talks about the challenges of comparing herself to others, especially when it comes to pregnancy, and how she has been grieving the unmet expectations in her journey.

[32:40] Importance of Mental Health Awareness.
Rachel and Emily discuss the importance of being aware of one's mental health and seeking support when needed.

[36:09] Finding Your Voice and Personal Brand.
Rachel talks about the importance of finding one's voice and building a personal brand that is authentic and true to oneself.

[39:48] Identifying Personal Value Proposition.
Rachel shares her four-step process for identifying one's personal value proposition and building a strong personal brand.

[42:43] Differentiation and Value Proposition.
Rachel discusses the importance of differentiation and credibility in building a value proposition, and how passion and skills can contribute to it.

[44:37] Challenges in Branding.
Rachel talks about the common challenges people face in branding, such as being unclear about their audience and struggling to connect their stories.

[48:12] Surrender and Trust.
Rachel shares her advice on how to create a life that's better than your dreams, which involves surrendering and trusting the process.

Quotes:

• "Until you make the leap and there is no safety net, you can't fly. It's like you just gotta jump and then it will kind of work itself out and it has and it continues to." - Rachel B Lee
• "If I could help one soul, one person that has a similar experience, that would mean the world to me."- Rachel B Lee
• "The sooner you [surrender] in life, life is so much easier."- Rachel B Lee
• "Our voice is really us being able to vocalize how what how what and why we do what we do got it and it's not easy."- Rachel B Lee
• "Surrender trust...you just gotta let it let it ride take your hands off the steering wheel and just trust that it will all work out."- Rachel B Lee

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In this podcast episode, Emily Williams shares her journey of building a successful business and making seven figures in her first 18 months. She talks about investing in a coach, working through money blocks, and making sacrifices to focus solely on her business.

Emily emphasizes the importance of being clear on your desires, challenging limiting beliefs around money, and up-leveling your mindset. She also acknowledges that the journey of building a successful business is not a straight path and that it can be painful and uncertain at times.

Emily's journey is a testament to the power of hard work, trust, and mindset work in achieving success.


In This Episode: 

• [03:44] Emily's unique circumstances. Emily explains her situation when she started her business, including her lack of responsibilities and debt.

• [06:21] Investing in a coach. Emily talks about her decision to invest in a coach and the amount of money she spent to get results.

• [09:36] Working through money blocks. Emily discusses her experience with money mindset work and how she overcame her fear of talking to people about money.

• [11:06] Building the Business. Emily talks about her dedication to building her business, investing in a coach, and working through money blocks.

• [14:24] Investing in a High-Level Program. Emily talks about how she invested $120,000 in a high-level program to take her business to the next level, and how she hustled to make the money for the investment.

• [19:00] Investing in a Coach. Emily talks about investing $120,000 in a coaching program and the risk tolerance required for such an investment.

• [21:14] Upleveling Mindset. Emily shares how she up-leveled her mindset by observing her own blocks and limiting beliefs, using the example of buying a $7 chocolate bar.

• [26:28] Flying Business Class. Emily talks about giving herself the gift of flying business class from Bali to London, and how it was a rational decision to try it out and see if it was important to her.
  
  
• [27:13] Investing in Desires. Emily challenges listeners to explore their desires and not immediately cut off the option of achieving them due to perceived limitations.
  
  
• [29:01] Expanding Knowledge and Raising Rates. Emily discusses the importance of expanding knowledge and experience in order to validate higher rates and serve next-level clients.
  
  
• [31:15] Authentic Branding. Emily emphasizes the importance of living out the message being preached and being authentic in branding, including investing in photography and standing out from the crowd.
  
  
• [36:00] Expanding the Business Model. Emily talks about the challenges of working with 27 clients and how she expanded her group program offers and raised her rates to work with higher-level clients.
  
  
• [37:36] Learning the Hard Way. Emily shares the lessons she learned the hard way, including the importance of growth being painful, hiring quickly, and building a stronger foundation.
  
  
• [39:10] Focus on Profit and Team Building. Emily discusses what she would do differently if she were starting her business today, including focusing on profit, team building, and putting more structure in place. She also emphasizes the importance of tuning the plan to what feels aligned for each individual.

Quotes:

"It was actually more in service to the client or to the customer for me to go deeper with them on money and to act and operate from a place of being a coach versus worrying about being liked."

"Never lower your prices to the point where you feel like you're gonna resent your clients."

"As you're up-leveling observe yourself. What are the blocks that you have? What are the ways in which you're holding yourself back?"

"Don't cut off the option before you even explore it is what I'm trying to say."

"I wouldn't require myself to move as quickly and I would focus more on profit than just you know making money and spending money to up level but I know that those initial investments really helped me to gain traction quickly and to feel supported and to understand how to actually do this online business thing and that was a topic I didn't know much about and so learning from somebody who'd been there and done it was huge."

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