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Content Warning: This episode discusses difficult subjects, such as suicidal ideation, depression, mental health, trauma, and abuse. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available.

Today's episode is probably my most personal so far.

And yet it is certainly not intended to be just a beautifully polished narrative about ME.

It is recorded with the intention of inviting you into a safe space where you might not feel so alone with anything you might be struggling with: health scares, fertility fears, relationship challenges, depression… LIFE.

Admittedly… I have felt lost and alone myself for the better part of the last couple of years. And something that I have learned firsthand is: Healing doesn’t happen in silence.

Yes, we might need to go into the silence of our own Being to understand the wound that needs healing, but it is through vulnerability, openness, sharing, and radical honesty that we can find the light again.

Some of the topics explored in this episode are:

• How to differentiate between hiding and incubating when it comes to your healing process
• The importance of trusting your intuition and your body's wisdom over systemic medical advice
• How to choose and say yes to yourself, even if that might look like everything falling apart

I hope that this episode will remind you that your journey of emergence begins in the dark, where transformation quietly and courageously takes root.

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Keywords:

self-care, fertility, health journey, emotional healing, self-love, trauma, empowerment, spiritual growth

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In this episode, Carly Whorton brings her astrological expertise in a practical and grounded way, and we weave together my own intuitive practices, and our combined love of self-care to help guide you into stepping into your full agency and thrive in harmony with nature.

We explore how re-framing astrology as an energetic weather forecast can transform your daily experience, helping you surf life's inevitable waves rather than be crushed, swept away, or overwhelmed by the tides.

Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode is perfect for those looking to discover practical insights to navigate emotional storms, deepen self-love, and step into your true agency right now.

We break down powerful concepts like the wounded healer, post-traumatic growth, and the profound impact of claiming your unique identity.

Carly generously offers a tool, she is calling the BBV (Brilliance, Blind spots, Values) to help you answer the question: Who do I think I am. These frameworks are not just abstract ideas— this goes far beyond mindset. You will walk away from this episode with tools to expand your self-awareness, resilience, and capacity for abundance.

We discuss how self-worth, boundaries, and clear communication—especially with yourself—are the keys to unlocking your next level.

Turn chaos into cosmic opportunity.

Become a co-creator of your own life, aligned with your most powerful and authentic Self.

Resources Mentioned:

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl | https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/0807014273

Madrona's Pulse Teachings | https://www.madronaspulse.com/

Rebecca Campbell Rose Oracle Deck | https://shop.rebeccacampbell.me/oracles/the-rose-oracle-card-deck

Pam Gregory Astrology | https://www.thenextstep.uk.com/

Find Carly:

Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bL2rZsHl2uYuJdJnslQ38?si=9f1014d019744302

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@OwningAuthenticity

Etsy | https://www.etsy.com/shop/OwningAuthenticity

Website | https://owningauthenticity.com/

IG | @OwningAuthenticity

Newsletter | http://eepurl.com/hIs3Bb

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Keywords:

May, evolutionary astrology, Scorpio full moon, Taurus, Chiron, post-traumatic growth, mindset, personal development, self-care, self-love, oracle, boundaries, Beltane, hawthorn, rose, Venus, self-awareness, self-worth, identity

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There are seasons in life when everything feels clear, aligned, and moving forward… and then there are seasons that feel uncertain, tender, undone. The spaces where things are falling away before anything new has fully arrived. The in-between. The messy middle.

In this episode, I want to talk about what it means to be in a season of transition — when you feel like you’re no longer who you were, but not quite who you’re becoming yet. The moments where life feels disorganized, chaotic, confusing, unclear, or difficult to make sense of. The places where we often judge ourselves the most, when maybe what we actually need is softness, compassion, and trust.

Today’s conversation is an invitation to pause inside the becoming. To honor the cycles of death and rebirth that exist within nature, within our bodies, and within our lives. To explore how messiness may not be a sign that something is wrong — but evidence that something sacred is unfolding.

I’ll be sharing a personal journal entry, reflections on the changing seasons, the symbolism of the “messy middle,” and practical ways to care for yourself when you feel overwhelmed, untethered, or caught between chapters.

If you’ve been feeling like you’re in transition… if things feel uncertain, extra emotional, or not yet resolved… this episode is for you.

Christena Cleveland: https://christenacleveland.com/

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Keywords:

Beltane, Samhain, full moon, initiation, messy middle, self-care, transformation, self-love, seasonal change, spiritual growth, self-compassion, rituals, mindfulness, personal development

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Content Warning: This episode discusses difficult subjects, such as trauma, abuse, disordered eating, self-harm, and body image. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available.

Todays episode is a tough one… but a necessary one. I have done episodes like this in the past, and I can promise you that there will be continued conversations on these topics in the future. And that is really the point: we cannot have these conversations enough. Conversations about body image... about self love... about the less Instaglamorous sides of healing and self care.

If you are feeling a little off-center trying to navigate some sense of normalcy in your daily life while the world is in the state that it is… you are not alone. I want you to remember that your body is your most important asset. It is on your team. It is your partner. It is so worthy of your care and love and time and kind attention.

Nurturing yourself will always be the greatest investment and I hope that the time you invest listening to this podcast offers a sense of nourishment for you.

Podcast Episodes Mentioned (and others you may enjoy!):

92. The Hidden Healing Power of Emotional Release Through Holistic Aesthetics | With Millie of Rooted Within Skin and Wellness https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393333/episodes/19017963

63. Holistic Health Series | Part 3 - Nutrition | Food as Medicine, Digesting Our Lives, & Honoring the Vessel https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393333/episodes/18053962

74. My 2025 Lowlights, the Womb of Winter, and this One Year of the Fire Horse https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393333/episodes/18473140

12. Body Image, Motherhood, and the Evolution of Self-Care through a 20-Year Friendship: A Convo with my Bestie, Angela https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393333/episodes/16023333

39. A Mother's Journey Through Unplanned Pregnancy: A Convo with My Sister, Taylor

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393333/episodes/17112499

Books Mentioned:

The Body Keeps the Score: https://a.co/d/0hl0hvZb
Author: Bessel van der Kolk

Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life: https://a.co/d/0ic432OV

Author: Emily Nagoski

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Keywords:

Taurus season, body image, self-love, self-care, trauma, abuse, holistic healing, self-esteem, breathwork, therapy, health, Ayurveda

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Content Warning: This episode contains talk of sexual abuse. If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship, help is available. Call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-4673 or text "HOPE" to 64673.

RAINN: https://rainn.org/help-and-healing/hotline/

On today's episode, I am joined by Millie, owner of Rooted Within Skin and Wellness.

Millie is a holistic esthetician and skin fairy at heart, blending intuitive touch with grounded technique. She specializes in buccal massage and nervous system supportive facials that go deeper than the skin, creating space for softness, release, and reconnection. She’s passionate about creating safe, healing spaces and helping others slow down, tune in, and glow from within.

In this episode we cover:

• How to trust your own healing intuition
• Reclaiming your voice through healing the throat chakra
• How emotions are linked to our body and healing
• Using the parts of yourself that you used to hide as your superpower and part of your personal brand
• How by honoring your Self, you align with the money and the clients meant for you with more ease and flow

Connect with Millie:

IG | @rootedwithinskin

https://rootedwithinskinandwellness.square.site/

Book Mentioned:

The Body Keeps the Score: https://a.co/d/0hl0hvZb
Author: Bessel van der Kolk

You, too, can become certified as an Ayurvedic Health Instructor with Gaja's premier training: https://www.thegajacollective.com/?ref=6f7a78

Keywords:

self-care, self-love, self-trust, healing, trauma, the body keeps the score, holistic esthetics, Ayurveda, intuition, buccal massage, throat chakra, boundaries, inner child, nervous system regulation, sensitivity, energetic hygiene

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On today's episode, I am joined by Audrey Sutton Mills, who is a self-love teacher devoted to helping women quiet the inner critic and return to their truest selves: worthy, whole, free, and sovereign. Through her writing, programs, podcast, and retreats, she guides women toward deeper alignment and their fullest expression.

Today, I have the pleasure of discussing Audrey's new book, Quiet the Itty Bitty Shitty Committee: Five Self-Love Tools to Silence Your Inner Critic and Reclaim Your Worth.

This book and this conversation is so beautifully human, and everyone navigating this journey of life can benefit from the wisdom and insights Audrey so vulnerably, openly, and generously shares. I walked away from this conversation feeling so much self-compassion, and a renewed sense of lightness and self-love… I know that you will too.

Connect with Audrey:

https://audreysuttonmills.com/

Pre-Order the Book (& Receive a Pre-Order Gift!): https://audreysuttonmills.com/book-sales-page

Substack: https://audreysuttonmills.substack.com/

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Keywords:

self-care, self-love, self-trust, self-worth, healing, personal development, self-compassion, inner child, shadow work, inner critic

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In this episode, we are taking a look at the role that discipline plays in our life.

While it a beautiful skill to cultivate, the scales can easily be tipped into an overly egoic territory. I share how I unconsciously slipped into a prison of my own making… letting my discipline become walls I was building around myself.

We explore:

• What balance actually means in our life
• How to work in partnership with our Higher Self to create a sustainable, aligned life that reflects our values
• Structure vs. spontaneity
• The relationships - within and without - that need refinement
• The necessity of enthusiasm in our daily routines

Book Mentioned:

The Artist's Way

By: Julia Cameron

https://a.co/d/dI827jq

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Keywords:

self-care, discipline, balance, Libra, self-love, routines, energy, self-inquiry, full moon, creativity, divine feminine, sacred masculine

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The first time I spoke with today’s guest, it was an instant recognition of: this is my people. I find that despite being across the world from one another, we can talk like old friends endlessly about our love of self care and beauty and wellness. I was so excited to have her back on the podcast for a second episode!

Caroline Alboneti is a global wellness guru, acupuncturist, luxury wellness consultant, naturopath, Traditional Chinese Medicine expert, spa strategist, and educator.

With nearly 20 years of experience, Caroline specializes in wellness management, luxury spa strategy, and holistic programs. She has brought her expertise to over 57 countries, leading bespoke wellness experiences. She consults for high-end wellness retreats and corporate projects worldwide, offering tailored Naturopathic programs and integrative solutions for health, beauty, and vitality.

Caroline also teaches Chinese Medicine and holistic practices at the college level and translates professional content in the naturopathic field.

We all have seen so many shifts on a global scale within the last year and I wanted to get Caroline's insight into what she is seeing play out within the wellness industry.

Todays episode discusses:

• The need to create a safe space as a wellness facility and practitioner
• The use of biohacking and AI in wellness
• The power of community for well-being
• Self-care as a party for your body and a celebration of health
• And even acupuncture robots!

Connect with Caroline:

LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinealboneti/

Website | https://carolinealboneti.com/

IG | @carolinealboneti

Podcast Episode Mentioned:

47. Crown Yourself as the Queen of Your Life | With Caroline Alboneti https://www.buzzsprout.com/2393333/episodes/17434202

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Keywords:

self-care, wellness industry, biohacking, luxury hospitality, holistic

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