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Empowered & Embodied Show

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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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Empowered & Embodied Show episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Empowered & Embodied Show for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Empowered & Embodied Show episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Empowered & Embodied Show - Ep. 81 Let Your Light Shine with Atousa Raissyan
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11/20/23 • 47 min

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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:

AtousaRaissyan.com

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.

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Empowered & Embodied Show - Breaking Free from Old Narratives with Alesia Galati
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11/26/24 • 51 min

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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

Resources Mentioned

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 - Harnessing Your Superpowers

Harnessing Your Superpowers

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09/09/22 • 37 min

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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 Quiz

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.

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Empowered & Embodied Show - From Autopilot to Intention: Choosing How You Show Up
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02/25/25 • 56 min

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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.

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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

🎥 This is Water

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.

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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.

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Empowered & Embodied Show - Ep. 25  What Does Happiness Have To Do With Work
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10/24/22 • 33 min

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"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.

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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.caroline-thor.com

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.

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Empowered & Embodied Show - Ep. 37  Creating a Plan Forward with Sabrina Lindner
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01/10/23 • 54 min

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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.

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Empowered & Embodied Show - Claim Your Stage with Confidence: A Conversation with Adriana Baer
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08/20/24 • 50 min

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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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How many episodes does Empowered & Embodied Show have?

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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The episode title 'Following Your Calling with Aly Cardinalli' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Empowered & Embodied Show is 45 minutes.

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Episodes of Empowered & Embodied Show are typically released every 7 days.

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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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