Becoming Yourself Podcast

It’s been busy (and crazy!) few weeks!  This is a catch up episode where we share our noteworthy insights, breakthroughs and newly discovered resources with you! We talk about the various healing modalities that we’ve experienced in the past few months – including breathwork, tremoring and other mind-body connection practices. Don’t miss new episodes! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram.

Most of us go through life feeling that something is fundamentally wrong with us. That we're not capable of achieving our dreams. That we're worse than others. That we're simply not enough. Ever since we became emotionally wounded as little children, we feel that something inside of us is broken and can't be fixed. This leads to us feeing unworthy of love and belonging, and makes us wear masks and close our hearts. In this episode, we discuss the importance of shadow work -  and shining the light on the root cause of low vibration emotions such as shame, fear and jealousy - in order to heal. Seeing your patterns and acknowledging them can be hard, but there's no way around it if we want to feel free and truly alive. Don’t miss new episodes! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram.

What does it really mean to be a digital nomad? The way we live, work and play has changed dramatically in the past year, making many people rethink their routines and reconsider how they integrate work into their lives (or the other way around). In this episode special guest, Tal Levy, a successful entrepreneur who's been nomading around the world for the past 2 years tells us all about being a digital nomad. In addition to sharing her journey with some pros and cons of this lifestyle, Tal debunks common myths about what it really means to be a digital nomad. As someone who's lost count of how many countries she's been to, Tal has witnessed a big shift in how nomads live and travel during COVID. If you've always wanted to travel the world, but your office job was a barrier to this dream of yours, insights from this episode might change your perspective. Don’t miss new episodes! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram.

"What am I here for?" - This question comes up sooner or later for every single one of us. When it emerges, we are faced with two choices - to ignore it or to start seeking answers. If you've stumbled upon this episode - it might be your sign that it's time to start fulfilling the highest expression of yourself. Because your real job in life is to figure out what you're called to do and honor this calling. In this episode, we dive deep into our own purpose-seeking journeys and share insights that we've collected along the way. We also discuss some of the biggest obstacles that usually come up on the journey of finding purpose. Don’t miss new episodes! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram.

If you’ve been contemplating career change, this episode is for you! We spoke with the founder of Careergasm (yep, that’s the name!) and an awesome career coach Sarah Vermunt – about getting unstuck and finding your way to feel-good work. We talk about common fears and limiting beliefs when it comes to making career shifts, the impact of COVID and how to understand if you’re meant to be an entrepreneur. We also cover two important steps when it comes to career change – clarity and strategy. When in panic, our natural survival mode instinct is to jump into strategy and start applying for jobs without giving too much thought about what it is that we really wan to do. According to Sarah, when it comes to finding the work you love, upfront clarity work is 80% of success. Strategy should follow. Don’t miss new episodes! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram. ******************************************** RESOURCES MENTIONED: BY Episode 10: Why listening to your body will change your life BY Episode 17: Fallen Off Track?  How To Return To The Right Path Subscribe on your favorite channel or listen here: http://wavve.link/by_podcast/episodes Sarah has a bunch of freebies, including the Careergasm Crash Course that Olena first started out with.  Checkout her website: https://careergasm.com/

We all do it. We set ambitious goals and fail to follow through. Or we don't set any goals at all and feel like we're behind everyone else. February is the time when most of us start feeling guilty of procrastinating, lose a general sense of direction or completely fall off track. Do not beat yourself up! In this episode, we dive into WHY this happens, debunk some common myths about goal-setting and share where motivation really comes from (spoiler alert: you should NOT be waiting for it). We also discuss 4 common tendencies when it comes to responding to inner and outer expectations. Knowing your tendency can help you with clarity and ease your way into following through. Don’t miss new episodes! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram.

Our first episode of 2021 is also our first ever interview on the @by_podcast. And it’s a real treat! Money matters expert (and Oprah’s guest) Lesley-Anne Scorgie shares her top secret to building wealth. As someone who made the fist million in her early twenties and helped many thousands of people in this department, she knows what she’s talkin’ about.. Spoiler alert: it should always start with fixing the mindset (which is 80% of success), followed by creating a strategy (which is only 20% of success). Without uncovering your deep-rooted fears and limiting beliefs about money, it’s extremely difficult to create sustainable financial future. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

What a year! What a WILD ride of uncertainty all of us experienced in 2020 (and who know what awaits us ahead?!) In this episode, we reflect on this year’s craziness, but also discuss many great things that happened in the past 12 months (Including all the amazingly hilarious memes.. Remember the shortage of TP

Here is one of the biggest paradoxes of life: You can be surrounded by many people, but feel very lonely. This feeling is usually marked by a sense of isolation and is often experienced during the Holiday season, a time of year when you're "supposed" to feel happy. At the same time, you can be spending most of your time alone, and feel the strongest connection to the world around you (and to yourself). This state is a total opposite of loneliness and is called solitude. Tune in to this episode to learn how to deal with loneliness this Holiday season! Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

You dislike some (or many) parts of you. You're afraid to speak up. You compare yourself to others. You're ashamed of your past. You seek validation. You're worried about what other people think of you. These are some common side effects of low self esteem. In this episode, we discuss why for many of us self-acceptance is so challenging, and why we often choose to pretend to be who we're not. As always, we're sharing some tips on how to boost low self-esteem and get one step closer to start living live on your terms. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

You will be surprised to learn how many people have no idea what their boundaries are and how to recognize when they’ve been violated. In this episode you will learn Why saying “no” to certain people makes you feel guilty A formula that will help you create a healthy and clean boundary with anyone What our childhood and cultural upbringing has to do with our physical and emotional boundaries The difference between a boundary and an ultimatum Which emotion shows you that your boundaries are not respected What can happen in your relationships once you learn to say what you really mean We also share some personal stories about how we created boundaries with different types of people, ranking our relationships from low risk (i.e. a neighbour) to high risk (i.e. a parent). Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

In this episode we explain WHY your brain tricks you into engaging in self-sabotaging thoughts and behaviours. We give you practical tips and solutions that will help you break your existing unhelpful patterns. If you're unsure about how self-sabotage looks, here are some relatable examples: You get upset when another day goes but nothing changes You procrastinate and then feel guilty You create to-do lists but avoid doing what really matters You don't start something new out of fear to fail You give up on the project because it won't be "perfect" As always, we share how we were able to spot our own self-sabotage and share what progress we've made. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to the Becoming Yourself podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

Our brain processes 40 bits of information per second but our nervous system, which includes a cluster of nerves around our heart and gut, processes 11 million (!) bits of information per second – which means our bodies are much wiser than our minds. In fact, learning to read the signals our body is sending to us can give us all the information we need to start living our best lives. For this, we need to literally get out of our heads, and start listening to our hearts and guts. In this episode, Veronica and Olena talk about the importance of learning to listen to the language of our body sensations (also known as intuition), and start using it as a compass to navigate all decisions we have to make in life. You'll learn a tool that will help you tune into your body sensations and use them as your action signals. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

Change is the only constant. Yet, it usually takes us by surprise. Events like losing a job, breaking up with a loved one, having a baby, moving to a new country, or winning the lottery – all lead to a new identity, which we are often unprepared for. As a result, we can experience a lot of unnecessary resistance, stagnation and suffering. But just like how caterpillars use their cocoons to turn into butterflies, humans can use change to blossom into better and stronger versions of themselves. In this episode, you'll learn: - what to expect when a major life event (good or bad) happens - the 4 distinct stages of any transformation - tips for navigating each stage to minimize stuckness Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

Here are our top three self-development reads that helped us navigate some of our biggest challenges and see the world (and ourselves) differently. In this episode, you will learn key insights, ideas and A-Ha moments from these 3 books.  Olena and Veronica share their favorite insights and takeaways that you can start implementing right away. You will also discover why self-development can be a trap and how to avoid a vicious cycle of never-ending self-improvement. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

Are you feeling unhappy? At the end of the day, it all comes down to the one simple question – are you happy? Despite having access to more choice and opportunities than our ancestors – we are arguably the most unhappy and depressed generation ever. In this episode, Veronica and Olena talk about why most of us are avoiding discomfort of growth and pursuing short-term pleasures while remaining deeply unhappy on the inside. And, as always, there are tips and suggestions to take you to a more happy and fulfilled life! Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

If you were ever told that you are too sensitive, impatient, dramatic or even crazy — there is a chance you were gaslighted. In this episode, Olena and Veronica shed light on a very common psychological manipulation tactic many of us experience but can't really put a finger on. The hosts talk about how to recognize gaslighting, how to determine if it's toxic, and share their personal experiences and tips on how to establish healthy boundaries with those who are being manipulative. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

We unpack the classic model of conflict in human interactions by showing you something called the Karpman Drama Triangle. You will learn why playing any of the three roles in the triangle — Victim, Persecutor or Rescuer — is manipulative and never leads to a healthy relationship. We teach you how to recognize when a certain role is in play and show you how to engage in a much more empowering dynamic that helps establish healthier boundaries. Don’t miss new episodes and make sure you subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram

Let’s be honest – we all compare ourselves to other people. It is a survival instinct and the primary role of our ego. It always checks whether we are inferior or superior when compared to others, and takes us into the downward spiral of negativity, jealousy, and even self-hatred. In this episode, co-hosts discuss this phenomenon, talk about the most common subjects of comparisons, and share strategies that help to end the vicious cycle of toxic comparisons. And, of course – there are some juicy personal examples that might help you see your own blind spots. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram RESOURCES: • Olena’s Free Guide and Worksheet: 7 Steps From Toxic Comparisons to a Superwoman Confidence https://awesome-composer-4705.ck.page/5eabccc367

In this episode, two recovering perfectionists Olena and Veronica bust some myths about perfectionism and explain why it’s destructive and deceiving. They talk about their own perfectionistic tendencies and share some common side effects of perfectionism – including damaged self-esteem, lack of progress and a whole lotta shame. They also discuss the difference between perfectionism and healthy achievement, and share some practical tips on how to adopt the alternative mindset. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram RESOURCES: The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown

Do you feel overwhelmed about doing something for the first time? Does it get so scary and paralyzing that you give up before you even begin? Do you feel like you are just not capable of accomplishing the new task? This is a lot more common than you think. In fact, almost everyone experiences the same symptoms and side effects when it comes to taking a leap of faith. In this episode, Veronica and Olena deconstruct the fear of doing something for the first time and explain why most of us chicken out and end up with the negative self talk, procrastination and shame. And, of course, there are some solutions offered on how to trick our “reptilian brain” and move through this fear. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram RESOURCES:  Unlocking Us Podcast Episode on FFTs: https://brenebrown.com/podcast/brene-on-ffts/

When things in our lives get messy, we usually don’t know where to even begin to start fixing them. In this episode, Olena and Veronica talk about the root cause of all emotional suffering (aka limiting beliefs), discuss the most common limiting beliefs that almost everyone has, explain why our negative thoughts are so overpowering, and share strategies that help to get unstuck. They also talk about their own stuckness and discuss their journeys to clarity and mindfulness. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram Resources: • Wheel of Life, a coaching tool that will help you narrow down areas of stuckness https://wheeloflife.noomii.com/

Wondering if this podcast is for you? In this welcome episode, Veronica and Olena share what The Becoming Yourself Podcast is all about and why you might want to stick around. They also talk about their personal journeys to life coaching, get honest about major changes that took place in their lives, and discuss what transformation awaits listeners who decide to embark on the journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Don’t miss new episodes! Subscribe to this podcast and follow @by_podcast on Instagram Resources: • Veronica’s website: https://www.veronicathai.com/ • Olena’s website: https://www.superwoman.school/