
Empowered & Embodied Show
Kim Romain & Louise Neil
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Kim Romain and Louise Neil, alongside their refreshingly candid guests, welcome you to an entertaining and profound journey exploring the human experience. Through everyday ups and downs, The Empowered & Embodied Show dives deep into what it genuinely means to be gloriously, messily human. This isn't your standard self-help podcast—it's an unfiltered exploration of the laughter, tears, and "what the heck just happened?" moments that define our lives. Whether you're riding the wave of success or navigating the swamp of self-doubt, Kim and Louise unpack the complex realities and unexpected joys of personal growth with wit, wisdom, and healthy self-deprecation. Because let's face it—becoming your most empowered self is never a straight line.

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Ep. 81 Let Your Light Shine with Atousa Raissyan
Empowered & Embodied Show
11/20/23 • 47 min
Embracing your true self is the key to unlocking a world of professional success and personal fulfillment.
When you let your light shine, you not only build trust and inspire others, but you also stand out in a crowded market.
It's about being authentic, innovative, and a beacon of positivity in your career. Your unique strengths are the secret sauce that sets you apart and fuels your creativity. In this episode, Kim and Louise sit down with Shaman, Transformational Heart-Centered Healer and Spiritual Guide Atousa Raissyan to talk about how to celebrate the power of being true to ourselves and how doing so leads us to new heights of achievement and satisfaction in our personal and professional lives.
You can learn more about Atousa at:
https://www.facebook.com/soulystic
https://www.instagram.com/atousar
https://www.linkedin.com/in/atousaraissyan
https://www.youtube.com/channel/@AtousaRaissyan
Show Highlights
0:00 Welcomes And Hellos
0:47 Celebrating Breathing
2:06 The First Sunrise In North America
5:50 Meet Atousa Raissyan
7:19 How Did you Career Craft your Journey
10:25 The Perpetual Career Pivot
15:44 Owing Your Resume
16:20 How to Build Trust in Yourself
22:21 The Light Within us
25:10 How to Deal with Fear
32:07 The Power of Owning Your Light
37:13 Taking Responsibility for You
41:56 The Perfectionist's Guide to Practice
45:58 Finding the Right Fit
#AuthenticityInCareer #ShineBright #ProfessionalSuccess #InnovationMatters #EmbraceYourLight #CareerFulfillment #InspireOthers #BeYourBestSelf #PersonalBrandMagic #StandOutProfessional
Connect with us directly:
You can find Kim at https://www.kimromain.com, as well as on LinkedIn @kimromain and on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @thekimromain
You can find all things Louise here.
Wanna get started on crafting your own kickass career? Download Your Career Clarity Assessment here
You can also get Kim's Mindset Magic Cards here.
Don't forget to email your questions, comments, outbursts, and suggestions at [email protected].
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

Breaking Free from Old Narratives with Alesia Galati
Empowered & Embodied Show
11/26/24 • 51 min
In this juicy episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, we explore the themes of community, trust, self-reclamation, and navigating life beyond restrictive beliefs. Our guest Alesia Galati, a podcast strategist and micro-agency founder, opens up about her powerful journey from growing up in a fundamentalist cult to rediscovering self-trust and personal empowerment. Together, we discuss breaking free from old narratives, the power of reading for empathy and growth, and how intentional community and reflection transform lives.
We candidly unpack the difference between empowering oneself versus seeking external validation, how societal conditioning shapes our choices, and how to honor our evolving values while holding space for personal growth. With humor, vulnerability, and warmth, this conversation encourages listeners to embrace the “crunchy” parts of life, lean into community, and redefine self-trust and empowerment on their terms.
“Most of us have never seen an example of what it is we want to be. Give yourself grace and know that every little step toward that person matters.” - Alesia Galati
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The Power of Community: Leaning into genuine support networks can transform our ability to thrive.
- Reclaiming Self-Trust: Personal growth starts with questioning inherited beliefs and giving ourselves grace to navigate uncertainty.
- Reading for Growth: Literature, even fiction, holds immense potential to foster empathy and help us understand complex realities, breaking down barriers to personal insight.
- Empowerment from Within: Empowerment isn’t bestowed by others; it arises from recognizing and embracing our inner authority.
KEY MOMENTS
[00:00] Celebrating Community and Support
[03:06] Diverse Voices in Literature
[06:12] The Power of Reading for Enjoyment
[18:14] The Impact of Stories on Personal Growth
[24:53] Storytelling in Self-Development
[27:19] Growing Up in a Cult: A Personal Journey
[33:43] Reclaiming Identity and Values
[36:36] Self-Trust and Empowerment
[40:26] Reparenting and Making Choices
[44:12] Redefining Empowerment
[46:22] Takeaways and Reflections
Connect with Alesia Galati
- Website: https://galatimedia.com/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alesiagalati
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alesia.galati/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alesia-galati/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alesiagalati
Resources Mentioned
- Podcast Collective: https://feministpodcasterscollective.com/
- Storygraph: https://thestorygraph.com/
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

Harnessing Your Superpowers
Empowered & Embodied Show
09/09/22 • 37 min
You are a superhero! Don't ever let anyone tell you you're not.
What we (Kim & Louise) know, without a doubt, is that you have a unique set of incredible strengths (your superpowers) that you may not even be aware of or regularly tap into.
The cool thing is... those strengths can help you design and maintain your kickass career regardless of whether you're an employee, business owner, leader, or entrepreneur!
So how do you determine your superpowers and how to harness them?
Listen now to find out!
#superpowers #superhero #career #kickasscareer #yourkickasscareer #worklife
Show notes
Hellos & Welcome 0:00
Weekly check-in 1:51
Yourkickasscareer.com launch 8:36
Intro to Main Discussion - Harnessing Your Superpowers 9:41
Kid Loves 11:22
The Place of Play 12:04
The Career Renovation 16:38
The Magical Re-Do 19:25
Your Origin Story 20:47
Nothing is Perfect 22:15
Intuition is Powerful 23:16
Getting More Clarity 25:53
What’s your Kryptonite 28:19
Up Next: The Power of Community 34:46
Golden Nuggets 35:22
Resources
Your Kickass Career Community Waitlist
Connect with us directly:
You can find Kim at https://www.kimromain.com, as well as on LinkedIn @kimromain and on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @thekimromain
You can find all things Louise here.
Wanna get started on crafting your own kickass career? Download Your Career Clarity Assessment here
You can also get Kim's Mindset Magic Cards here.
Don't forget to email your questions, comments, outbursts, and suggestions at [email protected].
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

From Autopilot to Intention: Choosing How You Show Up
Empowered & Embodied Show
02/25/25 • 56 min
In episode 148 of The Empowered & Embodied Show, Kim and Louise dive into a heartfelt conversation about intentionality—what it means, why it matters, and how we can bring more of it into our lives. From the giggles at the start to deep reflections on self-trust, collaboration, and navigating transitions, this episode is a reminder that autopilot living isn’t serving us anymore.
Kim and Louise explore the importance of making choices on purpose, breaking free from old patterns, and allowing space for evolution—both personally and in business. They reflect on the communities that uplift us, the power of slowing down, and how leaning into intuition doesn’t mean surrendering all control. This conversation is an invitation to reclaim your agency, recognize your impact, and start showing up in a way that aligns with who you truly are.
“Why wait to be yourself? Why not now?”
Key Takeaways:
🔹 Autopilot vs. Intention – Are you making choices consciously, or just following old patterns?
🔹 The Power of Community – Supportive spaces help us move through transitions with more clarity and ease.
🔹 Slowing Down to Speed Up – Resistance to rest is ingrained in us, but sometimes slowing down is exactly what we need.
🔹 Trusting Your Intuition – Living intuitively doesn’t mean floating through life—it requires active engagement.
🔹 Aligning with Your Values – As we grow, our values shift. Our lives and businesses should evolve with them.
🔹 Making Purposeful Choices – The small, intentional choices we make shape the bigger picture of our lives.
Key Moments
[00:00] – Kicking things off with laughter and connection
[02:39] – The power of community and celebrating the spaces that support us
[07:22] – Navigating transitions and recognizing collective energy shifts
[12:19] – Awareness, self-leadership, and breaking free from autopilot
[20:05] – Finding and using your voice, even when it feels uncomfortable
[28:35] – Business, values, and redefining what success looks like
[40:29] – Why intentionality is an act of self-liberation
[52:30] – Final reflections: What does it mean to live on purpose?
“Being intentional allows me to liberate myself—from expectations, from old stories, from the idea that I have to fit into a certain mold.” -- Kim Romain
“When I’m intentional, I’m actually choosing my life rather than just reacting to it.” -- Louise Neil
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

Decolonizing Leadership and Embracing Belonging with Shoshana Allice
Empowered & Embodied Show
03/18/25 • 57 min
In episode 151 of Empowered and Embodied, Kim and Louise dive into the powerful intersections of leadership, identity, and belonging with their incredible guest, Shoshana Allice. Shoshana is a neuro-inclusive leadership coach and consultant, committed to decolonizing leadership and fostering spaces where true belonging—not just fitting in—is possible.
We explore the difference between belonging and fitting in, the armor we carry through life, and how our deeply ingrained systems shape the way we move through the world. Shoshana shares her journey of unlearning, embracing curiosity, and making space for courageous conversations that challenge power structures and systemic inequities.
Consider this an invitation to ask hard questions, sit in the discomfort of growth, and to recognize that getting it “wrong” is part of the process. From recognizing our internalized beliefs to reimagining leadership in a way that centers humanity, this episode is a powerful call to action: to show up, stay curious, and create spaces of true connection. This is one of those conversations that leaves you feeling full—of ideas, questions, and a renewed sense of purpose.
"If you want to start decolonizing your leadership, start with curiosity and humility. Be willing to unlearn what you think you know." - Shoshana Allice
Key Takeaways:
- Belonging is not about changing who you are to fit in—it’s about being fully accepted as you are.
- Decolonizing leadership means questioning the systems we operate in and unlearning the ways we uphold them.
- Armor has served us, but softening it allows for deeper connection and authenticity.
- Curiosity and humility are the keys to unlearning and moving toward collective liberation.
- Rest is resistance—shoutout to Tricia Hersey and The Nap Ministry!
Key Moments:
00:00 – Welcome, guest introduction & celebrations
07:28 – The power of asking questions
11:33 – Struggles and self-judgment
14:34 – Decolonizing leadership
19:59 – The importance of land acknowledgments
23:28 – Unlearning leadership assumptions
29:58 – The weight of systemic armor
34:36 – Privilege, belonging, and identity
41:22 – The illusion of fitting in
46:50 – Learning from younger generations
52:02 – Final reflections and takeaways
Resources Mentioned:
📖 Rest as Resistance by Tricia Hersey
Connect with Shoshana:
Website: www.decolonizingleadership.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shoshanaallice/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkshopsThatDontSuck/
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

Ep. 87 The Ripple Effect Of Living a Good Life with Crystal Reynolds
Empowered & Embodied Show
01/02/24 • 50 min
Seemingly insignificant actions can have far-reaching and unpredictable consequences. This is known as the butterfly effect. In the context of living a good life, every positive choice and act of kindness can be likened to the gentle fluttering of a butterfly's wings, setting off a cascade of positive ripples in the world. In this episode, Kim and Louise sit down with owner and CEO of myLife Planners, Crystal Reynolds, to talk about how living your best life can cause ripple effects throughout your community and beyond. The butterfly effect serves as a metaphor for the profound and interconnected nature of our actions, and how the collective impact of numerous individuals living good lives can contribute to broader societal change.
You can learn more about Crystal at:
https;//myLifePlanners.ca
https://LinkedIn.com/crystalinkca
https://www.facebook.com/myLifePlanners
https://instagram.com/Planforwonder
Show Highlights
0:00 Hellos and Welcome
3:30 Crystal Has Been a Lover of Stationery Since Grade School
4:44 Crystal's Journey into Life Planners
13:10 Creating Life at 50
13:41 The Future of Planning With a Planner
16:53 Reclaiming Your Wonder
19:55 A reminder of our autonomy
21:51 The Ripple Effect of Living a Good Life
27:25 The Good Life: Intentionality and Control
3214 In the Elevator With Purpose
36:30 What Keeps People From Living Intentionally?
39:20 Taking the Power Back for Yourself
46:52 Thank You for Your Tools
50:03 Join the conversation in Your Kickass Career Collective
#GoodLifeRipple #KindnessMatters #PositiveImpact #EthicalLiving #CommunityWellBeing #SustainabilityJourney #InspirationForChange #CulturalShift #CollectiveWellness #RippleEffectOfGoodness #YKAC #YourKickassCareer #KickassCareer #KickassConversations
Connect with us directly:
You can find Kim at https://www.kimromain.com, as well as on LinkedIn @kimromain and on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @thekimromain
You can find all things Louise here.
Wanna get started on crafting your own kickass career? Download Your Career Clarity Assessment here
You can also get Kim's Mindset Magic Cards here.
Don't forget to email your questions, comments, outbursts, and suggestions at [email protected].
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

Ep. 25 What Does Happiness Have To Do With Work
Empowered & Embodied Show
10/24/22 • 33 min
"I'm just not happy at work." "My business isn't making me happy." "Why can't I just be happy with my job?"
Do any of these sound familiar?
We've been hearing a lot of these comments from our clients recently, so we thought it was the right time to dive into a discussion about what happiness has to do with work. Join us as we talk about where happiness and work intersect (or not). If you would like to be a guest on an upcoming episode, please contact us at [email protected]. Thanks!
Show Notes
Hellos & Welcome 0:00
Weekly Check-in time
Intro to the main discussion - What’s Happiness Have To Do With Work 3:25
What does it mean to be happy at work 6:13
Is Happiness your driver 7:29
Be careful you don’t give it away 9:29
What does it mean to you 15:00
Is being satisfied enough for you 17:10
How can work not contribute to your happiness 22:10
What can you do to uncover what happiness means 26:20
Golden Nuggets 28:04
How to be a guest here on the show 31:11
Next time - Scarcity and Abundance Mindset 32:01
Connect with us directly:
You can find Kim at https://www.kimromain.com, as well as on LinkedIn @kimromain and on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @thekimromain
You can find all things Louise here.
Wanna get started on crafting your own kickass career? Download Your Career Clarity Assessment here
You can also get Kim's Mindset Magic Cards here.
Don't forget to email your questions, comments, outbursts, and suggestions at [email protected].
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

Ep. 100 Less is More -Decluttering for Your Mental Health with Caroline Thor
Empowered & Embodied Show
04/01/24 • 45 min
Ever notice how decluttering your space also declutters your mind?
In this episode, Kim and Louise explore the transformative power of decluttering for mental health with our guest, Caroline Thor. As a certified KonMari Consultant and Professional Organizer, Caroline brings a wealth of expertise in helping individuals achieve balance and clarity by simplifying their physical spaces.
On this very special 100th episode, we delve into the profound impact of decluttering and organizing on our overall well-being, discussing how it can alleviate feelings of overwhelm and create a sense of calm. You'll get valuable insights on navigating the challenges of unpredictability and the importance of flexibility in finding effective solutions for a more harmonious lifestyle.
If you're seeking practical tips and inspiration to declutter your mind and space, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in to discover how embracing minimalism and organization can lead to a happier, more peaceful life.
Show Highlights
0:00 Hellos and Welcomes
3:30 The 100th Episode Celebration
4:23 The Power of Pivoting
4:59 How to get into Work Life Harmony
6:17 From Music Teacher to Konmari Consultant
17:45 Decluttering for Your Mental Health
18:30 The Power of Ownership
19:18 Do we Need a Cluttered Home
21:30 The Konmari Method
25:02 The Power of Visualization
28:09 How to help Your Kids with Clutter
28:49 How to Let Go of Sentimental Clutter
43:17 Living Clutter Free
44:09 The Power of Feelings
45:00 Continue the Conversation with your special invitation to the Inspireize Network
You can connect with Caroline at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinethor
https://www.instagram.com/caro.thor/
https://www.facebook.com/carolineorganizer/
Connect with us directly:
You can find Kim at https://www.kimromain.com, as well as on LinkedIn @kimromain and on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @thekimromain
You can find all things Louise
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

Ep. 37 Creating a Plan Forward with Sabrina Lindner
Empowered & Embodied Show
01/10/23 • 54 min
On this week's episode, Kim and Louise are joined by their guest coach and author Sabrina Lindner as they discuss what it looks like to create a plan forward. Chock filled with stories, anecdotes, and some tangible tips and techniques on how to do just that, you won't want to miss this joyfully kickass conversation.
Known for her impactful work as a creative life coach, growth mentor, author, and podcaster, Sabrina supports people from diverse backgrounds in unshackling themselves from whatever it is that holds them back from living the life they truly dream of. You can learn more about Sabrina at:
https://sabrinalindnercoach.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrina-lindner-lifecoach
https://www.youtube.com/@sabrinalindnercoach
https://www.instagram.com/sabrinalindnercoach
#yourkickasscareer #ykac #ykaccollective #thecollective #worklife #careerdevelopment #leadership #mindset #innovation #inspiration #movingforward #thepathforward
Show Summary
- Welcome & Hellos (0:00)
- Celebrate living your dreams. (0:42)
- How to have it all without losing ourselves. (3:30)
- When one area of your life is not working, it leaks into all the other areas. (5:55)
- Sabrina’s life and career journey. (10:05)
- How to make a change when you are stuck in a situation. (16:22)
- What does it take to take the next step? (22:01)
- Is it okay not to have all the answers? (28:46)
- Sometimes we don’t know what we know. (34:05)
- Tips and techniques for moving forward from centeredness. (39:38)
- What does it feel like to be in alignment with your values? (40:35)
- The practicality of dreaming and the importance of pausing. (47:51)
- Coming Up Next Week - Catherine Mattice and the Power of Assessments (52:43)
Connect with us directly:
You can find Kim at https://www.kimromain.com, as well as on LinkedIn @kimromain and on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok @thekimromain
You can find all things Louise here.
Wanna get started on crafting your own kickass career? Download Your Career Clarity Assessment here
You can also get Kim's Mindset Magic Cards here.
Don't forget to email your questions, comments, outbursts, and suggestions at [email protected].
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.

Claim Your Stage with Confidence: A Conversation with Adriana Baer
Empowered & Embodied Show
08/20/24 • 50 min
In this enlightening episode, we’re joined by Adriana Baer, an accomplished public speaking coach with over 20 years of experience as a professional theater director. Adriana’s mission is to help leaders and rising stars claim their stage, exude confidence, and propel their careers forward. Together, we dive deep into the art of public speaking, uncovering how it’s not just about addressing a crowd but also about the inner work we must do to truly shine.
Adriana shares her unique perspective, drawn from her extensive theater background, on how to bring out the essence of who we are when we speak, rather than trying to become someone we’re not. She talks about the importance of understanding ourselves—our fears, our strengths, our energy—and how that self-awareness is key to becoming a compelling speaker. We also explore how introverts can find and harness their voice, how to navigate the pressure of speaking engagements, and the essential practice of energy management.
We also touch on practical tools, like Adriana's method of using structure to create freedom in presentations, and how knowing your audience can transform your delivery. Whether you’re an experienced speaker or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights into how to approach public speaking with authenticity and confidence.
"Public speaking isn't just about the audience; it's about understanding yourself first." - Adriana Baer
Key Moments:
[6:43] How to be an Introverted Leader
[13:06] What makes you Nervous About Public Speaking
[18:23] Is it ok to Go Off Script
[21:29] Key Points and the Structure of Presentations
[25:43] Understanding Who Is Your Audience?
[30:30] An Introvert's Guide to Energy Management
[36:57] How to Network Better
[45:15] With Structure Comes Freedom in Public Speaking
Connect With Adriana:
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
Are you ready to reclaim your power and live (and work) with more ease? Discover your unique blueprint to do just that with Kim's Strengthscape Self-Mastery Profile.
Looking for something different and feeling lost about where to start? Rediscover your purpose and how to craft a career that makes sense. Check out Louise's Midlife Career Mastery program.
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Empowered & Embodied Show currently has 158 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Purpose, Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Empowerment, Mental Health, Mindset and Podcasts.
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@beckymollenkamp
Oct 29
Kim and Louise are so smart and ask great questions, giving their guests time to shine while also showcasing their own knowledge. Great show!
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