Episodes

  • 14: How to Increase Your Level of Self-Worth

    14: How to Increase Your Level of Self-Worth
    Jul 25 2024
    In this empowering episode, we dive deep into the concept of self-worth and how it influences every aspect of our lives. Often, we find ourselves seeking validation from external sources, whether it's from friends, family, or society at large. But true self-worth comes from within.

    Key Takeaways:

    • The Impact of Self-Worth
    • Understanding that you will only achieve the level of success you believe you are worthy of
    • Self-Validation
    • The benefits of regularly acknowledging your strengths and positive qualities
    • Self-Support Strategies
    By understanding and enhancing your self-worth, you can unlock new levels of potential and achieve your goals.

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    16 mins
  • 13: The Real Secret to Moving Beyond Your Comfort Zone

    13: The Real Secret to Moving Beyond Your Comfort Zone
    Jul 11 2024
    "You can go and hear a motivational speech, but no changes come from that one speech"
    On Today's episode we discuss the importance of taking action and engaging in life to build authentic relationships. The importance of moving beyond contemplation and taking uncomfortable risks. we also explore the power of asking for help and the impact of the stories we tell ourselves.

    Takeaways
    • Take uncomfortable actions to engage in life and build authentic relationships
    • Asking for help is a powerful act that empowers both the asker and the helper
    • The stories we tell ourselves shape our experiences and emotions
    • Growth and transformation happen through daily practice and taking consistent action
    • Tools to upgrade on how you feel about your life
    • Time doesn't stop
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    12 mins
  • 12: The #1 Way to Avoid Burnout

    12: The #1 Way to Avoid Burnout
    Jun 27 2024
    In today's episode, we dive into the topic of burnout and how practicing self-compassion can help us navigate through it.
    Burnout is more than just feeling tired; it's a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress.

    Takeaways
    • Slow Down to Speed Up
    • Honoring Your Feelings and Emotions
    • Shut the 'Shoulds' Up
    • Don't Cosign to Your BS
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    9 mins
  • 11: God is Always with YOU

    11: God is Always with YOU
    Jun 20 2024
    "How are you always so Positive?"

    In today's quick hit episode:
    • Emotion over logic, logic over emotion
    • Moving through challleges
    • Your perspective is your choice
    • There is a test and a lesson (even if we don't see it)
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    4 mins
  • 10: Listener Q&A: Navigating Meetings, Building Self-Trust, Managing Pressure and More

    10: Listener Q&A: Navigating Meetings, Building Self-Trust, Managing Pressure and More
    Jun 6 2024
    In today’s Q&A episode, Merly answers various questions related to overcoming nervousness in meetings, starting a podcast, sitting in silence, healing journey, building self-trust, balancing work and personal life, managing community pressure, accepting oneself, feeling drained, and dealing with mom guilt. She provides practical tips and advice for each topic, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and trusting oneself.

    Takeaways
    • Mental rehearsing before meetings can help reduce nervousness and improve confidence
    • Maintaining eye contact, using the right tone of voice, and building relationships are key to effective communication in meetings
    • When starting a podcast, focus on the why and the mission behind it to stay motivated and overcome fear.
    • Lessons learned include tapping into high-frequency tools during low moments, trusting in God's guidance, and connecting with others
    • Sitting in silence and practicing mindfulness can help improve self-awareness and intuition
    • On the healing journey, it's important to be curious, forgive, and let go of the past
    • Building self-trust involves knowing oneself, using one's voice, making decisions, and prioritizing self-care.
    • Managing community pressure requires setting personal standards, prioritizing meaningful activities, and avoiding excessive phone use
    • Feeling drained can be addressed by conducting an energy audit, prioritizing meaningful activities, and setting boundaries

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    42 mins
  • 9: Letting Go and Leveling Up: Your Daily Reset Button

    9: Letting Go and Leveling Up: Your Daily Reset Button
    May 23 2024
    "Self-Awareness is the gateway drug to Self Love"
    In this episode we discuss the importance of being self aware, being in a state of gratitude, and making conscious choices that shape our daily experiences. Discover how to navigate the tendency to compare ourselves with others and cultivate a mindset of abundance and appreciation for what we have.

    Key Points:
    • Letting Go of the Past: We discuss the importance of releasing attachment to past experiences and focusing on the present moment
    • Self-Awareness: Self-awareness serves as a compass, guiding us through life's challenges
    • The Power of Gratitude: Gratitude is a force that shifts our perspective from scarcity to abundance. We discuss how practicing gratitude opens our eyes to the blessings in our lives
    • Choosing How to Show Up: Each day presents us with a choice: how do we want to move through it?
    • Avoiding the Comparison Trap
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    Until next time, remember you take you wherever you go!




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    11 mins
  • 8: Step Out of Your Bubble

    8: Step Out of Your Bubble
    May 16 2024
    In this episode, we're diving into how shaking up your routine and exploring new stuff can help you figure out who you are. We'll chat about why your vibes matter, how getting out of your comfort zone is where the magic happens, and why making connections, both with yourself and others, is key.

    Key Highlights:
    • Switch up your Energy: Find out why trying new things is essential for personal growth
    • Shake Up your Days
    • Connect with You and Others: Learn why connecting with yourself and meeting new people can change your life
    • Embrace the Uncomfortable
    • Discover Your Likes and Dislikes
    • You don't find yourself where you lost yourself
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    11 mins
  • 7: Overcoming Self-Doubt, Rewire Your Inner Critic and Find Joy with Ashleigh Van Der Hoven

    7: Overcoming Self-Doubt, Rewire Your Inner Critic and Find Joy with Ashleigh Van Der Hoven
    May 9 2024
    "Manifestation is just what happens on the other side of your self-belief. You know, that's all it is. And the only thing sabotaging that process is your inner critic."
    On today's episode, I'm joined by Ashleigh Van Der Hoven, Mindset Coach+Spiritual Guide and we are diving into a topic that hits close to home for many: overcoming self-doubt and rewiring our deepest inner critic.
    We discuss practical strategies, like creating a meditation practice that can help create separation between yourself and your inner critic and taking action that can truly make a difference. Plus, we explore how our beliefs shape our doubts and how simple experiences can help rewire our brains.
    We also touch on gratitude as a powerful tool for shifting negative emotions and cultivating acceptance.
    Lastly, we talk about the power of finding joy in hobbies and experiences to shift our focus away from self-doubt.

    Highlights
    • We begin with acceptance and end with surrender
    • Allow yourself to be a work-in-progress
    • How to begin a meditation practice
    • 4-step process to rewire your D.I.C (deepest inner critic)
    • Somatic experiences and peak emotional experiences can help rewire neural pathways and shift negative emotions
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    Ashleigh on Instagram + TikTok @alchemizedspirit
    https://www.instagram.com/alchemizedspirit/
    View website here: www.thealchemizedspirit.com

    Merly @powerofthemiddle + @merlyamos

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    51 mins