What started as a trip to a high school art show quickly turned into a gut-punch of a realization: our girls are growing up under impossible pressure.

In this raw and powerful Powerback® episode, LauraAura unpacks the three heartbreaking themes that kept surfacing in the students' art—fear of the future, safety at school, and most loudly: body image. From sculptures wrapped in chains to titles like “Chained” and “Drowning in Tears,” the message was clear: self-worth is under siege.

This episode is an unfiltered reminder that confidence is not just about pep talks—it’s a radical inside job. One that starts with the words we say to ourselves, the energy we choose to absorb (or not), and the way we model self-love for the next generation.

In this episode:

• The three themes that came through loud and clear at a student art show
• How early negative self-talk begins—and how long it sticks
• Why representation and inclusion aren’t trends—they’re necessities
• A practical way to shift your internal narrative in real-time
• What happens when we model true self-acceptance (and who’s watching)

“Beauty is not defined by symmetry or conformity, but by honesty, vulnerability, and lived experience.”

- Jordyn W., Student at Greencastle Antrim High School

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If you've ever played by the rules, succeeded on paper, and still wondered, Where’s the freedom in all of this?—this episode is for you.

This week on The Gutsy Podcast, LauraAura is joined by Leslie Marant, transformational leadership expert and founder of The ESP Effect. Leslie speaks directly to the woman who is ready to lead—but isn’t sure if she’s allowed to.

We talk about how power has been defined for us, how systems (even the ones we’re part of) can disconnect us from our values, and what it looks like to lead with equity, courage, and clarity—especially when it goes against the grain.

If you’ve ever felt like your inner knowing is in conflict with the status quo, this conversation will validate what you know to be true—and help you reclaim your voice and take up space as the leader you already are.

In this episode:

• Redefining power in a way that feels authentic and sustainable
• The personal cost of playing small to stay palatable
• How to lead when the values in the room don’t align with yours
• Letting go of approval-seeking and building conviction
• Navigating systems change as a woman in leadership
• What it really means to take up space

If this conversation stirred something in you—if you know you’re meant to lead differently but haven’t had the space, support, or strategy to do it—Auralign is your next move.

This six-month coaching experience is designed for women who are ready to stop circling around their potential and step fully into it. Together, we untangle old patterns, anchor into your next chapter, and align your leadership with who you actually are.

You’ve already earned your seat. Let’s build what’s next from a place of truth, conviction, and power.

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One moment I was pulling dried beef out of my sports bra in a gym parking lot. The next? A 70,000+ view viral moment on LinkedIn.

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of a post I never thought would land on a “professional” platform—and what happened when I hit publish anyway. This isn’t just a funny story about pot roast in a sports bra (though yes, that happened). It’s about the power of showing up as your full self, especially in spaces that want to polish and package you.

You’ll hear what happened, how the internet responded, and why this unexpected post turned into one of the best reminders I’ve had in a long time: People want to connect with you, not your filtered version.

In this episode:

• The real (and ridiculous) story that sparked a viral post
• Why I almost didn’t post it on LinkedIn—and what changed my mind
• What “professionalism” really means (hint: not self-abandonment)
• The powerful ripple effect of being yourself in rooms full of titles
• How your most human moments can create the deepest connection

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If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of miscommunication, emotional shutdown, or repeated arguments in your relationships—this episode will change the way you view conflict, connection, and your own nervous system.

Tannaz is a couples therapist and the founder of Minutes on Growth, and she joined me to talk about how to build safer, deeper relationships through both inner and relational work. From how to “fight fair” to why emotional regulation is essential for true intimacy, this conversation is full of gentle wisdom and powerful truth bombs.

We explore how to stay present in the moment (especially when emotions are high), how to communicate needs clearly without shame or blame, and why tending to our inner child is often the key to real repair. Whether you're navigating a romantic relationship, a close friendship, or a family dynamic—this episode offers practical tools to bring more safety, trust, and intimacy to every interaction.

In this episode:

• Why “fighting” isn’t bad—but how you fight matters
• The nervous system’s role in conflict (and what to do when you’re dysregulated)
• How to recognize when you’re protecting instead of connecting
• Communication strategies that prevent shutdown and deepen connection
• The difference between relational skills and inner work—and why we need both
• Building emotional safety through self-awareness, boundaries, and vulnerability
• How to use curiosity instead of assumption in hard conversations
• Tools to return to your body and regulate in real time

Want a space to practice this kind of inner work and communication in real time? Come join The Gutsy Collective — a space for high-achieving women building new foundations and making the small, consistent moves that matter. This is where we practice being seen, heard, and supported—together.

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You might be shrinking yourself in ways you don’t even realize.

From softening your voice to holding your pee during a meeting—this Powerback® episode is a wake-up call for the everyday ways women unconsciously minimize their presence. LauraAura shares personal stories, including a powerful moment where walking on her tiptoes in her own home triggered a deep realization about how learned behaviors from childhood still show up in our bodies, words, and choices today.

This isn’t about becoming louder or flashier. It’s about noticing where you’ve been hiding and reclaiming your space—one move at a time.

In this episode:

• Sneaky ways you might be minimizing your presence (without even knowing it)
• How your body holds onto learned behaviors from childhood
• The moment Laura realized she was still walking quietly to stay safe
• Why shrinking shows up in your wardrobe, voice, energy, and physical space
• Gentle, doable shifts to help you reclaim your voice and space

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What if organizing your calendar, inbox, or business systems wasn’t just about being neat—but about feeling confident, clear, and in control?

In this episode, LauraAura is joined by professional organizer and coach Tracy Hoth to walk through her 5-step method to organize anything and everything in your life and business. Tracy shares the mindset shifts needed to get out of chaos and into flow, and how organization is less about color-coding and more about reclaiming your time and energy.

If you're a high-achiever with too many tabs open (mentally and literally), this is your permission slip to finally get things in order—with simplicity and sustainability.

In this episode

• Tracy’s 5-step method to organize anything
• How to stop overcomplicating your systems
• Why disorganization isn’t about laziness
• The connection between organization and self-confidence
• How organizing one area can lead to momentum in others
• A simple framework for staying organized as you grow
• What to do when your system stops working
• The biggest organization mistake most entrepreneurs make

Tracy Hoth is a professional organizer and certified life coach with over 17 years of experience helping coaches and online business owners reclaim their time, boost confidence, and increase profitability through organization.

If you’re craving clarity and structure—but your energy is scattered and you don’t know where to start—The Gutsy Collective is the supportive kickstart you've been missing.

This isn’t about rigid systems or perfection. It’s a space to rebuild your foundation, one small move at a time—with accountability, guidance, and real community support. Whether you're refining your routines or reinventing your next chapter, we’re here to help you simplify, stay consistent, and take bold steps forward.

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Growth doesn’t always mean doing more.

Sometimes the boldest, gutsiest thing you can do is pause—especially when everything is finally starting to work. In this Powerback® episode, LauraAura invites you into the discomfort of stillness: the unfamiliar space of thriving after years of chaos, survival mode, and overdoing.

If you're used to fixing, tinkering, and pushing… it can feel weird to let things work. But what if the next level isn’t in adding more—it’s in allowing what you’ve built to breathe, settle, and support you?

This is your permission slip to rest, hold, and not create a mess just because you're bored or uncomfortable with peace.

In this episode:

• Why success can feel uncomfortable when you’re used to survival mode
  
  
• The subconscious ways we sabotage momentum (even when we don’t mean to)
• How to know if you’re adding more just because you’re bored or uneasy
• Why “not moving” can be a power move—not a step backward
• A set of reflection questions to help you decide your right next move

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The Imposter Complex isn’t just self-doubt—it’s a complex system that thrives on high achievement and keeps you stuck in perfectionism, comparison, and fear of visibility.

In this episode, I’m joined by Tanya Geisler, a renowned leadership coach and speaker who’s spent over 15 years helping people dismantle the Imposter Complex and step into their ICONIC impact.

We talk about the 12 lies the Imposter Complex tells you, how to spot its behavior patterns, and how to shift out of over-functioning and into clarity and self-trust.

This one’s a must-listen if you’ve ever questioned whether you’re “good enough,” “ready enough,” or “qualified enough” to take up space and lead.

In this episode:

• What the Imposter Complex actually is—and why high-achievers are most affected
• The 12 lies it tells you and how to interrupt the spiral
• Why visibility is so hard for women (and what to do about it)
• How to shift from proving to being
• Why “capacity” and “clarity” are crucial for reclaiming your power
• The role of rituals and sacred pauses in recalibrating your worth

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Tanya Geisler is a certified leadership coach, international TEDxWomen speaker, and writer who helps leaders overcome the Imposter Complex and step into their ICONIC impact. After a successful career in advertising, she became a leadership coach in 2007 and has since worked with thousands of executives, founders, and changemakers across industries—from tech and finance to fashion and politics—helping them lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

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Inside, you'll get the tools, coaching, and community support to strengthen your voice, show up consistently, and take bold, aligned action. This is a space to practice trust, not just talk about it.

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