I Heart My Life Show

What’s your first instinct when you’re feeling stressed? Is it more coffee, a go-to sweet or crunchy treat, or just bypassing the bad feelings? As easy (and good) it feels to dig deep into the cookie jar or chip bag, it’s only pushing the truth deep down: you’re coping. Whether it’s stress, sadness, anxiety, or anger… you’re attuning your awareness to something else so you don’t have to confront the hard truth. And you know what? That’s a choice conditioned by our reliance on stress. So many of us, especially older generations, hustle for the money without acknowledging the deeper (and more negative) side effects of overworking. Operating in survival mode has become so deeply ingrained into our lifestyle that we forget who is the ultimate victim: us. So when Eva Rodriguez came to with paramedics swarming her after a fainting spell, she knew that her body (and nervous system) was trying to hit her with the hard truth- and it did. What began as her budding desire to live a healthier life flourished into somethi

It’s always the first step that feels the toughest like it’s the most daunting task you’re ever going to do. And how could it not be… it’s a step in a totally new direction! But you know what’s even more thrilling than that first step towards a new life, new career, or new goal? Proving yourself wrong by showing up in a way you didn’t believe you could. And that is a transformation in itself that everyone, including you, has the ability to initiate! It’s women like Taylor Slango that know just how intimidating a complete 180 can be. After landing her first postgrad nine to five job, she quickly figured out it was anything but aligned with her values. So you can imagine her distraught and discontent knowing she needed to branch out into the unknown to find what felt natural to her. But bouncing between odd jobs is the up and down journey she needed to become her authentic self— and unlock the power she possessed. Once she discovered her natural knack for the online marketing space, Taylor took that revelation

Do you dread looking in the mirror knowing a drained complexion will stare back at you? Don’t you want to find the perfect recipe to get that glowing, youthful complexion we see sweeping social media? Turns out you don’t need an extensive twelve step routine or the most popular face mask on the market. All you need is a little faith, lots of genuine support, and good ole’ fashioned science! For all the ladies out there passionate about the beauty industry and how to best take care of ourselves, you might wanna sit down for this one! This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with the insightful and warm Daniela Woerner, a Spa Marketing Strategist and the founder of Addo Aesthetics! Daniela is no stranger to stress, especially life’s ups and downs. Instead of following the path her family believed would make her successful, she pursued her passion: esthetician school.  As her life grew and she bounced from place to place with her husband, Daniela craved stability in her service-based business. What she

Have you ever had a dream that tugs and nudges you to believe you were meant for more? And if so, did any of it work out exactly the way you expected it to? Probably not! These unanticipated changes can arouse human feelings of doubt and fear, but even the most unexpected opportunities create unbelievable outcomes. That’s what my husband James and I learned among many other shifts in our journey to plant our roots in the unexpected Austin, Texas. Living a transient life is deeply ingrained in James and me; we’ve moved nine times in the last decade. I’ve always had the dream of owning a home on my desires list, but honestly, it was never a dream that I needed to happen right away…until one day, it was.  Even though we thoroughly enjoyed that freedom to live and explore different sceneries, deep down we knew it was time to settle down in early 2021. So when I stumbled upon my good friend’s Instagram post that she moved to Austin from LA (something I never thought she’d do), it sparked an idea I never thoug

I’m sure many of you were known as the “weird” kid in school or wrongfully ridiculed for being different from everyone else. It’s even more unfair when people perceive your uniqueness as a weakness, then actively use it against you. But have you ever opened yourself up to the belief that that may be your biggest strength? If not, now is a better time than ever to invest your time and energy into discovering what you were meant to do— and be successful along the way! Grounded individuals like Giovanni Marsico remind us there’s nothing wrong with being different. Instead of being isolated or put down, we should in fact be celebrated! This very mentality sparked Giovanni’s inspiration from a very young age, and not just for his own life. What started as an immersive outlet for teenagers to come together became an international showstopper! Gio himself got labeled “nerd” and “geek” for being gifted and showing an interest in things like superheroes. But when the labels could’ve gotten the better of him, Gio took

Have you ever paid attention to the ways your upbringing affects your financial hygiene? Do you catch yourself voicing the same anxieties generations prior projected onto you? Wouldn’t you say it dictates the ins and outs of your investments? That is known as your money story, and everybody has one! But if you feel that dreadful scarcity keeps you from a positive financial experience, only you have the power to rewrite that journey to ensure a successful future. Not many people understand just how much financial responsibility is within their power. Honestly, I used to be one of them! If the last three years have taught us anything, it’s how much we value our passions and priorities (and how we best support them). External forces may enable our cycle of behaviors, but our complacency results from lacking confidence. And inspirational women like Francesca Holland learned that the best way to conquer that lack is to heal it yourself!  I invited the lovely Francesca onto this IHML Show episode to prove the

We all go through life crises; the painstaking relationship troubles, emotionally flip-flopping over our career, and just simply trying our best to be an adult. But so often we mistake our coping with these trying times as true healing (or a quick fix). Rather, we should take these moments as opportunities to identify the common denominator: ourselves. That very conflict is what prompted Master Coach Christine Hassler to write her first best-seller and spark an abundant career! A catastrophic series of events in her mid-twenties prompted Christine to rediscover what she was most passionate about. After quitting her successful Hollywood job, she learned she was born to teach others how to unlock their highest potential! What Christine has learned, as I am sure many of you have too, is that real healing surely doesn’t come easily. In order to uncover the fundamental values that make our success meaningful, you have to look in the mirror. By combining life coaching with principles of spiritual psychology, Christ

I’m sure many of you are wondering where you can (actually) begin your transformational journey. With the way we see so many entrepreneurs and influencers flaunt their luxurious lives on social media, it’s shocking we never find out their secrets. What can you do to explore the breadth of your potential? And more importantly, where do you even begin? My answer: breaking out of your comfort zone.  I’m not talking about trying something new, or continuing the work you’ve already been doing. Although it’s comforting to experience these changes somewhere familiar, it will only illuminate a fraction of your life’s possibilities. What I believe to be the most impactful is reimmersing yourself into an entirely new reality! Which is what inspires me each and every time I design luxury experiences for our high-achieving clients… So where are we going this time? The beautiful Bora Bora! There was a time in my own life when luxury travel seemed unattainable; Bora Bora happened to be at the top of my bucket list! Bu

Do you face your time of the month with absolute dread? How could you not— the agonizing abdomen pain, the mood swings, feeling tired and uncomfortable in your own body. The repetitive nature of periods, and how they affect human bodies, has been a struggle since the beginning of time. People with periods display strength simply by carrying on with their responsibilities despite the gruesome (and sometimes gorey) shedding from the inside out. But no worries, this may be the opportunity for you to sync with your body (and mind) like never before…and even use your period to help you finally feel free in your body! Dr. Stephanie Estima is an incredible woman who dedicated her career to studying female physiology, metabolism, body composition, and functional neurology. Her inspiration was born out of pure hatred for her period (rightfully so seeing that she used to bleed through her clothes every month), especially how it made her feel. What began as a need to change her own life sparked this movement of understa

Have you ever felt jostled by the twists and turns of your journey, but securely grounded in your unwavering desire for true authenticity? Has the thought of inspiring people by the masses piqued your interest time and time again? And if so, do you struggle to obtain the clarity necessary to attract your soul-aligned audience, cultivate meaningful service, navigate collaborative dynamics, or something in between all that entrepreneurial chaos? I am sure this has you feeling all kinds of emotions, but there may be some enlightening truth hidden beneath their poignant surface. I’m elated to welcome the riveting and powerful Rha Goddess, a soulful coach and entrepreneurial QUEEN! In this episode of the I Heart My Life Show, Rha excavates the inner machinations of life purpose and what it really means to discover it. I gotta say, this woman truly blew me away with her grace and wisdom. You’ll want to hear what she has to say! Rha reflects on her earliest memory of feeling purpose in childhood, watching healthcare

Have you ever felt like life was simply a never-ending hamster wheel of stress, a constant endless battle to balance everything thrown at you? It is a feeling many people experience, often we turn to practices of yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and more to focus on self-care, releasing stress, searching out ways of finding that inner peace. Stress plays a huge role in our lives, in every part of every day. Many of life’s decisions, big and small, can be stress-driven. Often this leads to a cycle of being addicted to stress.  Yes, stress can be addictive! Stress is so much more than being worried or overextended, it can significantly affect both mental and physical health. Put simply, stress is the way our body responds to demands, positive and negative. Our body's stress response also can make us feel good. This can lead to a cycle of taking on more and more stress, resulting in that feeling of being trapped on the hamster wheel with no way of breaking free. It takes great internal strength to overcome st

How do you see desire: as a challenge or an opportunity? If you chose the first option, you definitely believe your desires aren’t within reach. But don’t worry, that isn’t your fault. Living in a masculine culture as a feminine person means pushing your instincts deep down. So much so you don’t even recognize them. This unfortunately conditions us to feel anger and shame towards our desires, which only pushes us away from our power even more. But have no fear, because there are magnificent women leading a rebellion to honor our womanly desires. In case you missed it, I had the magnetic Mama Gena on the IHML Show to discuss how to take your pleasure seriously. Her New York Times best-selling novel, Pussy: A Reclamation, speaks volumes about the importance of desires to our wellbeing. Not only for ourselves, but other people as well! I felt called to share my essential takeaways from this book that have not only influenced my life but many others, too.  Pussy is a much needed reminder that we women are wo

Does desire drive you to live authentically, or are you afraid of unleashing that power within? Has your conflicted want for visibility become the bane of your existence, driving you utterly mad with confusion and fear? What would be possible for you if you nurtured that divine feminine energy? You would not believe the positive change you can create for yourself (AND other women) by listening to your desires. I’m thrilled to have the riveting and wise Regena Thomashauer onto the IHML Show, also known as motherly media personality Mama Gena! I’ve been a fan of her work for some time now, implementing her own magnificent teachings and tricks into my own life! Her book Pussy: A Reclamation was an influential read of mine; it certainly has been for many other women! This bell-selling author navigates us through the monumental journey of feminine empowerment through pleasure, sexuality, and healthy doses of self-expression!  Wouldn’t you agree that womankind’s best stories begin with difficulty? Mama Gena ce

Do you ever crave a change in pace, or maybe even priorities? Has the constant chaos of life and business kept you from reflecting deep within to grow? I’m sure at one point in your life, you’ve yearned for that type of break. I know I certainly did- but now I’m back! I’m super excited to be returning to business with the IHML Show and SO much more! I wanted to express the deep gratitude I feel for creating space to not only invest in other parts of my life, but see what needs more of my energy. As many of you have listened in on, my husband James and I have been in the process of creating and moving into our newest home in Austin! With hectic ups and downs, temporary homes, and everything in between, we’ve been VERY busy. Not to mention, we were adjusting to life in a new city!  Throughout this momentous process, I’ve noticed significant shifts in my focus and drive towards business- especially this podcast. It became seemingly apparent throughout my personal life that I was in MAJOR need of a break. No

Do you ever find yourself caught in a cycle of overwork, having to choose between self-care and being of service to your clients and community, and constantly feeling as if you’re on the edge of burnout? Maybe you’ve even been receiving physical and mental health reminders lately telling you to slow down, but every time you think about taking a break, you’re wracked with guilt and worry? Being a busy and booked woman in business (or climbing the career ladder) is no easy feat. Whilst we work hard to increase both our income and our impact, many of us have a tendency to overdo it on the giving scale—to always be hustling towards the next shiny thing, pursuing new projects, or creating something new without pausing for breath. We worry that if we take a much-needed break, we’ll lose the momentum we’ve been working so hard towards building… that our stats will flounder and that the world will forget about us. So instead of listening to our intuition and taking a step back, we tend to keep piling things on our pl

Do you thrive on tight deadlines and always leave things until the last minute? Do you struggle to switch off, and sneak away to check your inbox after hours? Or maybe you’re the kind of person who’s never found without a project, even when you’re on vacation? Millennials have long been dubbed the ‘burnout generation’. We’re conditioned to keep hustling, chasing goal after goal, and rushing from one project to the next without pausing to rest and recover. Whether we’re working for ourselves or climbing the career ladder, we’ve got massive to-do lists, and even bigger missions—and ramping down our efforts always feels like a risk we would rather not take. Just like a strong cup of coffee, goals and deadlines give us a burst of motivation right when we need it most. But what happens when we start to rely on them to get anything done, and stress becomes our default setting? As it turns out, we can become seriously addicted to it—and feel the repercussions across every area of our lives. The American Institute of

We all desire and deserve to have beautiful photographs of ourselves: to share with our friends and loved ones, to feel good in our own skin, and—if we’re pursuing our passions in the online business space—to visually represent our grand vision and put it out there for the world to see. And yet, few of us feel fully at ease in front of the camera. We stress about our clothes and our smiles, worry about where to put our hands, and convince ourselves that we’re “bad at photos” (looking back on unflattering school photos as evidence). These stories stick with us for years—but a single session with your soulmate professional photographer can change that narrative forever. In this episode of the I Heart My Life Show, our founder Emily Williams sits down with world-travelling personal branding photographer Wendy Yalom. Wendy’s work has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and the New York Times—but perhaps the most remarkable thing about her is her magnetic energy, which makes everyone she meets want to work with

I’ve always believed that the greatest pain can lead to the greatest growth—if only we allow ourselves to move through the process of healing, make space for rituals that ground us, and listen to the inner voice that’s always looking out for us in times of need. There’s a commonly shared, pinned and quoted phrase that says: 99% of the things you worry about don’t happen. And yet, there are times in life when your worst worries—the ones you couldn’t even bring yourself to imagine, let alone plan for—do come true, and we’re left scrambling to pick up the pieces. Whether it’s a devastating diagnosis or the loss of a loved one, these traumatic events uproot our foundations and irreversibly alter the course of our life. We can never change what has transpired, turn back time, or replace what’s been taken away from us. But no matter how colossal the loss may be, we can choose to let go and move forward—allowing the rest of our life to unfold. While every grief journey is as unique as the individual walking it, ther

What does it look like to fully say yes to your life? We all hold different definitions of success, but happiness is one common denominator for the way we measure fulfillment. But what does it look like to be truly happy? Do we have to move beyond the traumas and tragedies of our past, or wait until the positives outweigh the negatives—or is it as simple as deciding to love and accept the present iteration of ourselves, and choosing happiness from here on out? These may be big, lofty questions, but it’s vital that we consider them as we embark on the process of creating a life that’s better than our dreams. Today on the I Heart My Life Show, I’m joined by Dr. James Rouse, naturopathic doctor, entrepreneur, activist, leader, and athlete. From Fortune 50 boardrooms to broadcast media, Dr. James has served and inspired seasoned billionaires, world-class athletes, and budding entrepreneurs—helping them to cultivate a culture of high-performance, and realize their full potential. If there’s anyone who knows the an

Have you been considering a business or career pivot lately, or thinking about quitting your current role and starting a new chapter? Maybe you’re busy weighing up your options because the path you’re currently walking no longer feels fully aligned with your long-term vision? Are you secretly afraid of what will happen when you admit to changing your mind? So many of us harbor hidden fears, doubts, and insecurities around changing directions in life. Not only do we worry about the practical fallout of our decisions (will we jeopardize our income or lose time figuring out what comes next?) but we also project how other people might respond to our sudden change of heart. It’s perfectly natural to crave validation and acceptance, not just from our loved ones, but from our wider communities. But putting your dreams on hold in order to avoid judgment is not what we’re about here at I Heart My Life. I’ll be the first to admit that prior to pivoting the IHML brand, I had so many preconceived ideas of what people wou