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Arpana Rayamajhi is a Nepalese artist, jeweler + actor currently creating in New York.I was lucky enough to sit down with Arpana during a pivotal moment in not only her career, but her life. Arpana vulnerably shares the many lessons and hardships of this past year and how she's working through it all. We chat about her upbringing, what it was like to be raised by artists while also growing up in a country where the arts are valued culturally but not seen as a viable means of income. We explore what happens to creativity when it collides with grief. And Arpana expresses how getting to know herself better allowed her to know the world better. This is an incredibly special conversation and is perfect for anyone who's going through one of life's many transitions.

Tonya Papanikolov is the magical human behind my  absolute favorite medicinal mushroom company Rainbo. Rainbo is inspired by a reverence for nature + its healing properties and a desire to reconnect people back to this innate wisdom.Tonya has been on a healing journey since she was 16 years old and has devoted her life's work to helping people become healthier and more vibrant versions of themselves through functional nutrition, lifestyle and mycotherapy.Today Tonya opens up about her own healing journey with fungi. She shares how we can begin incorporating fungi into our lives and reveals how mushrooms are saving our planet.

Jenna Levine turned a childhood passion into a career when she started her line of non-toxic skincare, LINNE Botanicals. Today she shares how following her curiosity led to discovering her true calling. What makes Jenna's approach to skincare stand out to me is her mindset about feeding your skin like you would feed your body. She focuses on promoting your skin's health while also promoting the health of our planet.In our conversation We discuss the science behind the botanicals she uses,  how they have impacted her life and her career, and why it's so important for city dwellers to have natural touch points in their daily lives. Jenna also debunks some common skincare myths and helps  educate us on sun protection.

 Laura Silverman is a creative director and the founding naturalist of The Outside Institute - a gem located in the Catskills that connects people to the healing and transformative powers of Nature through guided hikes, foraging, wildcrafting workshops and botanical mixology. Laura's desire to share her deep love of Nature inspired this venture. By nurturing humanity's innate affinity for the wild, she hopes to inspire joyful awareness and an essential reciprocity between all beings. The Outside Institute, has published two volumes of its Field Guide to the Hudson & Upper Delaware Valleys and is about to release their third.  In today's conversation Laura shares her personal relationship with Nature and what we can gain by embracing our childlike exploration of the natural world. We discuss nature as our biggest mirror and How to be in a reciprocal relationship with the land.

Alyssa Benjamin Is a writer, brand strategist and host of Our Nature. As Alyssa describes it….We have a biological need to connect with our environment. And yet, so many of us, have distanced ourselves from nature, favoring the comforts that technology and modern culture bring us.  She began to notice the further we are from the natural world, the further we are from ourselves, and in turn, the less healthy, less happy we are in general. She created Our Nature to change that.  Today Alyssa shares her experience of returning to nature or what she calls “The Great Remembering”. We chat about the importance of experiencing nature in community, and the difference between being in nature and being connected to nature . We also explore how the natural world is our greatest teacher, and Alyssa expresses how challenging her ego allowed her to feel the truth of her aliveness.

Tara Thomas is a chef + consultant working to decolonize food systems. Tara is a true believer that food can be our greatest catalyst to combat social, environmental, and health issues. In this conversation Tara shares how investing in a culinary experiences at its core is investing in culture and helps clarify the difference between inspiration and appropriation. She speaks on the importance of food sustainability and how we can move as a society away from wealth to balance and equity. Though this year has been full of challenges, it has helped Tara unlock her souls purpose - to nourish people, and inspire people to eat. 

Nitsa Citrine is is an artist, alchemist, photographer, and host of the podcast Soundfood. She grew up at the Esalen Institute - a creative community near Big Sur.  I was so curious about Nitsa's childhood and how growing up surrounded in wellness and healing arts impacted the path her life took as an adult. We of course talk about adaptogens, herbs, and nourishment of all kinds, but I think my favorite part of our conversation is when Nitsa dives into what it means to really be “in tune” with our bodies. We talk a lot about learning to decipher what fills you up from what drains you, and this conversation truly filled me up and recharged my creative spirits. I know y'all are going to love it!

 After starting out as a writer and editor, Verena von Pfetten was craving something new. With her co-founder, David, they started the print publication Gossamer.  If you are unfamiliar with gossamer you are in for a real treat. Gossamer is a lifestyle brand + print publication that looks at the world through a green lens. They explore the world of travel, design, art, culture, and food through channeling the mindset of someone having their best high. Verena has been featured in the New York Times, Marie Claire, Goop, Town & Country, and Bustle for her work in the cannabis space. In this conversation we chat about the intersection of wellness and cannabis, the cultural implications of cannabis and the disparity around who gets to participate in the field. Verena also speaks on the evolution of Gossamer and how working in this “green space” has opened up new portals to her creativity.

Kerrilynn Pamer is the co-founder of natural beauty store CAP Beauty and the co-author of the bestselling book “High Vibrational Beauty,” which combines mantras, meditation, natural skincare recipes, and practices with the aim of helping you achieve natural radiance. She's inspired by a simple philosophy: “Beauty is Wellness. Wellness is Beauty.” In this conversation Kerrilynn speaks on our sensitivity to environment + why it's essential to cultivate moments of beauty in our day to day lives. We dive into the language we use in wellness and what “beauty” really means beyond the vapid definition. Kerrilynn shares the personal practices that bring her back to self, and the importance of allowing space for our rituals to evolve. 

Today we sit down with writer, creator and the Queen of Breakfast herself, Emily Elyse Miller. Emily is the founder of Off Limits - a cereal brand that is taking breakfast to a whole new level. After releasing a successful cookbook based around her series The Breakfast Club,  Emily Set out to launch a new kind of brand that combined her love for breakfast food and art, while centering important topics like humanity, inclusivity and mental health.Emily shares how her travels around the world have impacted her approach to life and food. We also chat about what we can gain (and give) by meeting in the morning hours, and the unexpected turning point that helped her launch Off Limits. 

I sat down with Megan at a really interesting moment in time - both professionally and personally. She is located in Texas and our chat takes place just as the weather is calming down and her community is beginning to deal with the aftermath of the recent traumas. This brought out a really beautiful conversation on the hierarchy of our needs as humans. We also dive deep into the process of evolution - the evolution of friendships, the evolution of a business…and how Cultivating meaningful relationships is really an extension of your relationship with self. 

Amanda LaCount is a breathe of fresh air in the dance world. Having performed with Meghan Trainor, Rhianna, Lizzo, Katy Perry, and so many more,  she is #BreakingTheStereoptype in an industry that desperately needs it. This conversation is a clear representation of what can happen when your purpose collides with your passion. Her fierce determination is not only inspiring but paving the way for others to do the same. Proving that if you're a dancer, you have a dancer's body. 

Erin Allweiss co-founded No. 29 over 6 years ago before sustainability and impact were the buzzwords they are now. A media agency focusing on sustainability, she represents fashion brands, artists, organizations, and products from creators working to better the world.Erin also co-founded a new platform called Enough, which is highlights changemakers across industries who have had enough, but aren't giving up. She shares stories that challenge our understanding of business and brings in voices less heard who are actively trying to (as she says) unfuck the planet. In this conversation we learn how Erin's upbringing in New Orleans shaped her journey with activism, and unpack the role of humanities in the sustainability movement. 

Colleen Herman is a painter living and working in New York City. After years in, what I like to call, the “corporate creative world” Colleen found herself stuck in this cycle of productivity and began craving autonomy over her own creative practice.In this conversation colleen shares how she uses movement as a salve for creativity. We explore why art has the power to change the way we move throughout the world, and have a heart opening conversation on the importance of incorporating community in your creative practice. 

Anna Lauren Tufekci is an award-winning producer and director. She has creatively driven and executed the production of feature film, television, branded and commercial content. She is also the Co-Executive Producer of KAL Media, an award-winning female development and production studio. AL became a mom during covid so one of my favorite things we discuss today  is how motherhood has altered her relationship with creativity, and how that experience further instilled this deep desire for more female voices in film. We also chat about…Documenting MemoriesSacrificeThe female gazeShifting power dynamicsHow Ego informs our identity as creativesCreative fulfillmentAllowing space for evolution

This week we chat with one of my favorite humans on the planet, Kelly Martin. Kelly and I met at one of the top musical theatre programs in the country. After graduating she was signed by the premier agent in NYC, but shortly after had a realization….this was not the life she wanted. So she packed her bags, and moved across the country to start fresh and break into the design industry. I was super excited to get Kelly on here. She opens up about what it was like to break from the norm and forge her own path. She shares about having agency over the creative pursuits in your life + the importance of doing work you're passionate about. 

Attia Taylor is a writer, musician + founder of Womanly. Back in June when I decided I needed to be more intentional about my anti racism work, I began intentionally decolonizing the media I was taking in. This is how I came to find Womanly.  Womanly is  lifting up narratives that are often neglected by the typical women's magazine.  Their  subjects include discrimination in the health care system, intergenerational concerns, and physical + sexual health and expression. Attia is a true champion of health through art and creative experiences.  We sit down this week to chat community support, productivity, and stretching the limits of creativity. 

One of the beautiful things about this past year has been seeing so many of my fellow performers really step into their power and explore their creativity in new and impactful ways. One of my friends who did this so effortlessly, was my girl Emma Degerstedt and her business partner Hannah Jewel Kohn. Prior to the shutdown Emma was in the Broadway bound production of Muriel's Wedding and Hannah was in the National Tour of Frozen….maybe you've heard of it? With Broadway (and nearly all forms of theatre) shut down, both women found themselves looking for an artistic outlet.  Emma was a nanny for a child with autism and began envisioning a series of live streams for kids with special needs.  Hannah was looking for a way to bring together Broadway artists to perform in the midst of the pandemic. The two came together to create a new non-profit, Bringing You Broadway. In this conversation Emma and Hannah share how they're using art and performance to give back. We openly discuss how Covid has affected the Broadway community, and how learning to trust our own barometer for success has allowed us to become more empowered women. 

Ayesha Ophelia is the creator behind The Girlfriend Manifesto, a women's space for inspired living. Her personal manifesto consists of a strong sisterhood, spirituality, a radical self-love practice, and adventure. She is a passionate creator, writer, and visual artist who places an importance on dreaming. I was struck by so much of the wisdom Ayesha shared. We chat about giving yourself the gift of being in community, using your creativity find deeper meaning in the world and death. Not just death with a capital D, but life's little deaths…the death of job, the death of a relationship, the death of a dream…. and the importance of creating ritual around these big thresholds.SPONSER | SkinOwl | Use code TOGETHER for 15% off at checkoutINSTAGRAM | @pullittogetherpodWEBSITE | www.pullittogetherpod.com* Be sure to sign up for our upcoming workshop on Awakening Creativity - details on IG or at pullittogetherpod.com

Today we sit down with NYC-based pastry chef, writer, and activist Natasha Pickowicz.  Natasha has ran the pastry programs at some of my most favorite NYC restaurants including Altro Paradiso and Flora Bar. Earlier this spring, she was announced as a Finalist for the 2020 James Beard Foundation Awards for Outstanding Pastry Chef, her third year being nominated in that category. What really drew me to Natasha was her activism. Much of Natasha's pastry work explores the relationship with baking and social justice, including ongoing collaborations with seminal NYC institutions like Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, God's Love We Deliver, and Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, for whom she helped produced a massive city-wide bake sale, raising over $150,000 between 2017-2019.This was a particularly fascinating conversation for me. Since covid hit last spring, I have been chatting with many creatives about navigating the losses within their respective industries. As you all know, I have a passion for food and eating, so I was particularly curious how this past year impacted my foodie friends. Natasha gives us a raw, unfiltered look into the culinary world. She shares how she'd like to see the restaurant industry evolve post covid, and how we can use loss to find opportunity. SkinOwl | use code TOGETHER for 15% off at www.skinowl.comConnect with us @pullittogetherpod

Today we sit down with Emmy Award Winning actress, singer, teacher, music therapist, philanthropist, and author - Patrice Covington. Before you ask, yes, girlfriend does all the things and does them all well. Patrice just wrapped up filming National Geographic’s anthology series, Genius: Aretha. Where she brings to life the late Erma Franklin, an American Gospel singer, activist, and elder sister to Aretha Franklin played by Academy Award Nominated Cynthia Erivo. Patrice has toured the world with Jennifer Hudson, Christina Aguilera, and Stevie Wonder. She serves as a celebrity ambassador for Kids in the Spotlight, an organization empowering foster kids through filmmaking, and is the creator of The Galaxy Method, an aspiring artist teaching series using music as a healing agent.In this candid conversation, Patrice shares the one thing she wished she learned earlier in her career as an artist. We talk about finding your light and using it to empower others. And why it's so important for artists to get out of their lane. She is a magical human with words of wisdom for any creative.We also chat about...CompetitionEmpathyGratitudeUsing the arts to heal our nationSKINOWL | Use code TOGETHER for 15% off at www.skinowl.comSTAY CONNECTED | @pullittogetherpod | www.pullittogetherpod.com

Today we chat with James Beard Award-nominated writer, Julia Bainbridge. Julia was formerly an editor at Bon Appétit, Yahoo, and Atlanta magazine, she has also worked at Condé Nast Traveler and Food & Wine. Her new book Good Drinks, about nonalcoholic cocktails, was released this fall, and it could not come to us at a more perfect time. After building a career around why and how people gather, Bainbridge pivoted into why people don't, launching The Lonely Hour podcast to explore social disconnection and other forms of loneliness.This conversation felt serendipitous in so many ways. After decades as freelance artists (her as a journalist, me as an actor) we sat down during a time of transition for us both. We talk about the importance of diversifying the portfolio of life and finding identity through the taboo.

As a professional dancer, Katie Webber grew up with a complicated relationship around food. After a lifetime of struggling with disordered eating ranging from binge eating, to withholding food, she finally found freedom when she let go of dieting and focused on pure, clean food. This practice of clean eating ignited her creativity in the kitchen. When Broadway went dark, like so many artists, Katie recognized how much creative energy she had stuck inside her. After years of blogging her recipes, she knew a cookbook was the next logical step. In this conversation we learn how important it is to allow your creativity and passions to evolve, and the importance of giving yourself permission to explore. We also chat about...The escape of theatreHer journey to BroadwayNavigating the transitory nature of the arts as a motherFinding your flow when feeling overwhelmedIntuitive Eating

Amanda Faye is the founder of grlpwrprojects - an intentional space for women seeking growth + adventure. The community is home to over 10 city collectives, a virtual program centered around growth + wellness during uncertain times, and outdoor collective packed with camping, hiking, biking + rafting trips. Amanda opens up about the challenges she faced as a post-grad, new mama, trying to make friends as an adult. She shares how Covid forced her outside of her comfort zone + allowed grl pwr projects to grow into a company that reflects who she is, and not who she should be. Amanda shares vulnerably about struggling with anxiety and the dangers of glorifying the hustle. We also chat about...Privilege of ExposureHow to compassionately disagreeFinding what makes your tickBoundaries as self careLife as a recovering People PleaserShow Notes | www.pullittogetherpod.com/shownotes/grlpwrprojects |Skin Owl | Use code TOGETHER at www.skinowl.com for 15% off your first order

Today I am joined by Laticia Rolle, the podcast host extraordinaire of Girl, We Got This. She’s a model, actor + entrepreneur. Growing up in a large family and as an athlete for most of her life, Laticia understood the power of sisterhood from an early age. After a life changing injury, she realized her true purpose - to empower women and provide a platform for every woman to share their truths, to harness her story.Laticia vulnerably shares her experience recovering from toxic relationships . We chat about vulnerability as an act of self love, and what true accountability looks like. We explore this idea of attracting mirrors and why we make ourselves smaller to fit in. She expresses the importance of support, especially when making big moves.We also chat about...Women's intuitionThe strength of the human spiritThe safety of womenMyth of SelflessnessHow Laticia discovered the power of her voiceThe fear of failure

Soshy Adelstein is a wellness coach for women that want to make peace with food and their bodies. Through real talk and compassionate listening, she teaches you how to let go of old beliefs around dieting, eating, exercise and weight so that you can step into new practices to support your best self now. She is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and uses Intuitive Eating and the Health at Every Size approach in her coaching. She is on a mission to make sure that all women feel healthy and beautiful no matter their size, shape or weight.Soshy and I dive deep into her very personal story with diet culture and body image. We talk about her experience growing up separated from the outside world, the markers of trauma that live in each and every one of our bodies, and being excommunicated by her family at the age of 17.We also chat about...Being raised separated from the outside worldBinge eatingHer rock bottomTaking on other's shameMale/Female dynamicsHow parent dynamics play into relationship boundariesIntuitive EatingBody acceptance vs Body ConfidenceShow Notes | www.pullittogetherpod.com/shownotes/soshy-adelstein See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Keiko Lynn is a tatted up goody shoes with a liberal heart + mind living in Brooklyn with her boyfriend and 3 cats. She is one of my favorite creators on the internet, and while she is known for her lifestyle blog KeikoLynn.com I am the MOST obsessed with her whimsical photo stories. From her haunted mansion series to a Singing in the Rain inspired moment…her portraits are creativity in its truest most delightful form. In this conversation Keiko shares how giving herself space to figure things out allowed her career to organically unfold, and gives us a behind the scenes look at what goes into her shoots. We also chat about…Fashion as an extension of self expressionSelf evolution on a public platformBreaking into photographyThe chain of creativityLeaning into being nicheShow Notes | https://www.pullittogetherpod.com/shownotes/keikolynn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Maria Failla is a "Plant Killer Turned Plant Lady" with a mission to help every person successfully care for a houseplant. After years of killing plants, Maria gave plantcare one last try when she moved in with her boyfriend in NYC. She started with a balcony herb garden, and once that thrived, slowly filled their 500 sq foot apartment with 120 houseplants and was forever changed. Maria is a fellow Broadway baby and in, probably my favorite conversation to date, we discuss how sometimes we don’t actually experience a lot of creativity in our creative passion pursuit. She shares openly how caring for plants led her to find her authentic voice, and allowed space for her creativity to evolve.We also chat about...The value society places on creativityBalancing the strong + soft sides of being an artistThe "sacred pause"Using plants to connectInuitive whispersForest bathingHow to create happiness in your homeSHOW NOTES | https://www.pullittogetherpod.com/shownotes/maria-failla See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we sit down with professional athletes, musicians and influencers Dylan and Dakota Gonzalez to chat about their experience leaving the NCAA to pursue a career in music. It takes a special kind of courage to walk away from from a career that you trained your whole life for, and with over a million followers each, the Gonzalez twins navigated that shift on a very public stage. We sit down for a raw, unfiltered conversation on being a woman in sports, moving through victim mentality and navigating life as twins while constantly being in the spotlight. We also chat about...Embracing your inner childDealing with mental health issues as a student athleteBeing a woman in sportsThe freedom creativity offeredResenting the person you love most in the world See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As part of Mental Illness Awareness week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with creativepreneur, self care advocate and leading voice in the mental health community - Kayley Reed. Kayley is also the host of Self-Care Sunday - a podcast + creative outlet where she explores the relationship between mental health, entrepreneurship, social media, and self-care. In this conversation we learn how to reconnect with our creativity and to use that flow to combat anxiety and burnout. We also chat about...Censoring joyStruggling with an eating disorderSeparating your identity from workThe balance between a creative + analytical brainNavigating creative rutsConsuming vs. CreatingSHOWNOTES | www.pullittogetherpod.com/shownotes/kayley-reed See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There was a time, not long ago when talk of kindness in the workplace would have been dismissed as “hippie,” “soft” or “woo woo.” But after decades in Silicon Valley and on Wall Street, Cole Baker Bagwell began to recognize that her emotional intelligence was actually what made her such a huge success. As Founder of Cool Audrey™, Cole is boldly leading a kindness revolution. In this conversation Cole teach us how you can compassionately disagree and shift that anger and rage into possibility.We also chat about…How to make emotional intelligence actionableUnpacking the word 'kindness'EgoEstablishing boundariesUsing technology to amplify humanityLife affirming actionsSPONSORSSkin Owl | Use code TOGETHER at www.skinowl.com for 15% off your first orderCopina Co. | Use code PULLITTOGETHER15 at www.copinaco.com for 15% off your order See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The idea for The Honey Pot came to Beatrice Dixon in a dream. After a year of trying nearly every traditional method to cure her BV, Dixon was fed up with the lack of options for women’s vaginal health. Then one night, her late grandmother appeared to her in a dream with the recipe for her own natural remedy to treat the problem. And the rest, as they say, is history.In this conversation Beatrice and I dive deep into labels and what it means to move through this world as a human with a vagina. One of my favorite moments in our chat is when Bea breaks down the subconscious link between how we treat our body and what we feel our bodies deserve. We also chat about…Relationship with SpiritRegaining trust with your bodyRaising the collective vibrationHealing your body from the inside outGetting rid of the shame around our bodiesShow Notes | www.pullittogetherpod.com/shownotes/beatrice-dixon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Carolyn created Copina Co. after struggling heal scars from cystic acne. Things began to change when Carolyn took her health into her own hands with holistic medicine, adaptogens, and stress management. In this conversation Carolyn shares how becoming an advocate for her own health lead her to creating Copina Co. Or as she puts it...Creating wellness from a place of unwellness. We talk about learning to communicate with our bodies and unpacking what it means to really love yourself. We also chat about…Positive beauty messagingComfort with discomfortEstablishing boundaries when asking for inputOwning your authentic voiceMoving through fearGiving yourself the grace and space to learnSkin Owl | Use code TOGETHER at www.skinowl.com for 15% off your first orderCopina Co. | Use code PULLITTOGETHER15 at www.copinaco.com for 15% off your order See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mengly Hernandez is an artist and designer whose desire to create originates in an obsession with materiality and its textures. In our conversation we chat about art as a healing force. Hernandez shares her practice and how repetition becomes a meditation through which she explores and mends traumatic memories. Community holds a place of importance with Mengly. Through the years she’s learned the key to building relationships and sheds light on using vulnerability to find real strength.We also chat about…Creating a sensory spaceThe duality of lifeTools to deal with anxietyCreating a personal art practiceUsing curiosity to find your authentic selfGetting involved with life See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Emily Eliza Moyer is that perfect blend of woo woo and business that I love. She is an educator, coach, motivator, and intuitive career strategist who focuses on bridging the gap between the spiritual and professional world. This week’s conversation actually starts out with me sharing what creativity means to me and how I am learning to step into what feels aligned and say no to things that don’t honor that. In our conversation we dive deep into what happens when purpose collides with passion. And how we can use our intuition and creativity to guide us to a life that we love. We also chat about…Healing past traumas in order to chase your dreams from an open + aligned spaceStepping into your powerBoundariesGut response vs. Intuitive responseLeaning into discomfortPassion vs. PurposeDreaming as the adult playground connect with us at www.pullittogetherpod.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As Americans, we are conditioned to believe that more is better or synonymous with success. This week I sit down with interior designer/blogger Shavonda Gardner to discuss all things small spaces, old houses + moody eclectic interiors. Shovanda talks about how your home contributes to your physical and mental well being and the importance of loving where you are…no matter what the size.We also chat about…Being a "closet creative"Her pivot from the military to designUsing interiors as a way to express individualityThe importance of working with your spaceUsing color is small spacesTeaching children to respect their spaceBoundaries See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tinamarie Clark is a mother, model, speaker, catalyst for vulnerable conversations, and author of The Shift Stirrer Method (SSM)™- a five step mindfulness method to get your sh*t together and shift your perceptions. In our conversation, Tinamarie shares her own transformation story of rags to riches, and teaches us how everyday experiences can produce incredible moments of truth, wisdom, and opportunity. We also chat about…The importance of strong adult figures Healing generational traumaShame vs. GuiltHonoring your highest selfChallenging the Ego's authorityRESOURCES:Buy SSM | https://www.amazon.com/Shift-Stirrer-Method-MINDFULNESS-PERCEPTION/dp/0578595990Skin Owl | Use code TOGETHER at www.skinowl.com for 15% off your first order See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Amber Vittoria is a Forbes 30 Under 30 artist working in New York City; who focuses on the portrayal of women within art. Amber is dismantling the societal tropes set upon women, by reclaiming the female form. In our conversation we debunk not only myths associated with creativity, but also femininity. We discuss the importance of representation, the double standards between genders, and unlearning fear.RESOURCESSkin Owl | Use code TOGETHER at www.skinowl.com for 15% off your first orderConnect with Amber | www.ambervittoria.com | www.instagram.com/amber_vittoria/Connect with Pull It Together | www.pullittogetherpod.com | www.instagram.com/pullittogetherpod/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on Pull It Together, we welcome the co-founders of top wellness podcast - Almost 30. Almost 30 brings listeners together — online and offline — to relate, connect, and support each other through life’s transitions. Through topics like wellness, entrepreneurship, spirituality and self-development, Krista and Lindsey are known for creating real and hilarious moments in any conversation.In this raw and unfiltered interview, Krista and Lindsey share how they learned to own their story, and the journey to embracing the power of their voice. We discuss honoring life’s unexpected surprises, self love vs. self care, and the lifelong journey to living in alignment. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we sit down for a conversation on Allyship with the hosts of The Kinswomen Podcast - Hannah and Yseult. Kinswomen is a platform aimed at breaking down the gaps between women of color and white women, and having conversations about race from a place of love. I am going to be very transparent with you folks (because I believe that’s how we grow) For a long time, I assumed that I was an ally because of my liberal beliefs. I learned (actually from Hannah and Yseult) that you are not an ally because of your beliefs. You become an Ally through your actions. Through their generosity and vulnerability, learned how I could better support the BIPOC in my life, and was given tools for genuine and sustainable action. In this conversation we discuss privilege, taking off the white lens, and why " not seeing color" is problematic. We also discuss how we can move forward during this time of unrest in a way that facilitates real, long term change.We also chat about…Our first encounters with raceThe true meaning of AllyshipPerformative AllyshipWhite FragilityEmotional LaborThe dynamic between Black men and White womenThe importance of taking responsibility of your allyship journey and seeking out information on your own.RESOURCESAllyship in Action 101: A 3 week Intensive CourseKinswomen WebsiteKinswomen PodcastConnect with Kinswomen on the ‘gramConnect with Pull It Together on the ‘gram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Y’all get out your notebooks because we are diving DEEP into Human Design. Erin describes Human Design as your energetic DNA. It sheds light on your emotional, psychological and energetic makeup, giving you the self-awareness and tools to align with your unique nature and step into your highest potential in every area of your life. In this episode Erin breaks down the 5 types of Human Designs (Manifestor, Generator, Manifesting Generator, Projector, and Reflector), and helps us uncover the tools and self knowledge to honor our own uniqueness.Human Design is not about changing who you are, it’s about giving yourself permission to be who you’ve always been.We also chat about…How human design can empower relationshipsHonoring the ebs and flows of your energyThe difference between a gut response + intuitive responseHow to make decisions in a way that’s consistent and reliable for us everytimeTools to help us course correct and stay alignedCues to know if we are on trackRESOURCESKeep up w/ Erin and get 10% off your Human Design Blueprint with code PULLITTOGETHER on erinclairejones.com at checkout. Copina Co. | Use code PULLITTOGETHER15 at www.copinaco.com for 15% off your first order See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I could not be more excited to sit down with skincare guru, Annie Tevelin. After struggling to heal her cystic acne, Annie felt disillusioned by the beauty industry and turned to herself to heal her skin. After going back to school for cosmetic chemistry she was able to heal her skin in 30 days (for anyone who has struggled with cystic acne, you know this is INSANE!) using simple, natural, clean ingredients. This experience inspired to create a Facebook group called, 'The SkinOwl' offering professional insight into skincare, makeup and a platform for driving home the importance of self-care. Annie quickly realized that when talking to people about their skin it so often ties into their self worth and insecurities. It was through this ‘aha moment’ that Annie decided showcase vulnerability in a new way, and created one of my favorite podcasts Off The Record. Whether its hanging with her family or hosting a table of amazing humans at SkinOwl's dinner collective - The Parliament Project, Annie understands that true beauty starts from the inside and radiates out. I feel so fortunate to have been on the receiving end of Annie’s vulnerability in truly one of my favorite conversations. What started as a chat on skincare quickly evolved to topics like, divorce, motherhood and the importance of real connection.We also chat about…Intuitively following the path of your ideasBoundariesEmbracing what makes you shinyWaiting for the invitationUnhealthy relationshipsStaying truly connected in a day in age of social mediaRomanticizing self destructionResources…SkinOwl WebsiteSkinOwl InstagramConnect w/ AVirtual BFFsSponsor…Copina Co. | Use code PULLITTOGETHER15 at www.copinaco.com for 15% off your first order. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we are sitting down with founder of Ascent Strategy - Sophia Sunwoo. Sophia believes it’s possible to live a life where your work gives you purpose while creating a world that you want to live in — a kinder, more inclusive world that puts people over profit. Sophia is a 3x startup founder (she founded her first company when she was 22!) and has been recognized by Forbes, African Business Review, and ELLE Magazine. From artisans to health coaches, Sophia is on a mission to help women-led startups off the ground. In this episode Sophia explains how she thinks of failure as “guardrails,” and how she has learned to let go of the expectations others have placed on her. I ask Sophia about the importance of mentorship and why personal growth is so essential for success. This conversation is all about embracing your gifts to unlock your greatest potential. We also chat about…Leaning into inspirationDeparting from past identitiesThe energy exchange between money and artImposter SyndromeThe 'North Star' of your businessCoping mechanisms to support yourself through failureSponsor:Copina Co. | Use code PULLITTOGETHER15 at www.copinaco.com for 15% off your first order. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fanny is a writer, curator, co-founder of the design brand, Permanent Collection and daughter of Chez Panisse founder Alice Waters. We sit down mid Covid (via zoom of course) to discuss Fanny’s new book Always Home. Always Home is part memoir, part cookbook, and a beautifully written look into life as Alice Water’s daughter.In this conversation, we go beyond the book to chat about “beauty as a language of care,” being raised by a village, + the responsibility of a consumer.We also chat about…Growing up in a restaurantWorking with friendsThe aromatherapy of cookingHow generosity influences an appetite for curiosityThe edible schoolyardThe desire to bring people togetherResources:Fanny’s Website Purchase Always HomeThe Edible SchoolyardNY Times article on Prune Sponsor:Copina Co. | Use code PULLITTOGETHER15 at www.copinaco.com for 15% off your first order. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sami’s freelance + small biz career began in 2017 after leaving a job she loved at a company with a toxic culture. Her husband put a patch design on Etsy that she drew and they incredulously watched it sell out, taking that as a cue to do something with her artwork inspired by the outdoors! With years of experience in marketing and design, Sami launched The Unexpected Type: a full service design studio filled with adventure goodies. As it continues to grow, it's Sami’s mission to encourage others (especially women) to explore the outdoors, camp and go off-roading.In this conversation we chat about Sami’s creative process and finding inspiration, brand identity, and how she brings together various facets of her creativity.For a *free* wallpaper designed by The Unexpected Type Click Here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Boy’s club cultures can be virtually impossible to break into, but 3 Michelin Star Chef (and my dear friend) Mel Caputo takes us on her journey from fashion to food. We chat about being a woman in a predominately male profession, the recent civil rights investigation on sexual harassment in the culinary workplace + the importance of pivoting as your priorities shift. Mel also opens up about dealing with a difficult pregnancy while trying to be the strong woman at work. We chat about family planning and becoming a mother in a profession that doesn't necessarily nurture that. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I am so excited to bring this week’s conversation to y’all. I sit down with my friend, mentor, and all around badass boss babe Ava Johanna. Ava Johanna is a spiritual business coach, host of The Alchemized Life Podcast, and celebrity meditation teacher based out of Southern California. Whether on the podcast or in her 1:1 VIP program, Ava works with individuals to activate their soul's purpose, create powerful daily routines, and elevate every area of their life simply by adjusting their mindset through fully embodying the energy of empowerment and confidence. She has been featured on major wellness publications such as MindBodyGreen, Wanderlust's 35 Under 35, Life&Style Magazine, and Yoga Journal. We chat about training your intuition (YES! TRAINING! GAME. CHANGER.), reaction vs. response, and reconnecting with your divine feminine to rebirth the Wild Woman. This episode is jam packed with goodies and one of the best podcasts for wellness and spiritual development. If you can’t get enough of my girl Ava, she has graciously created a guided meditation especially for the Pull It Together tribe. This meditation focuses on unlocking greater creativity through connecting with our highest self. Click here to access. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I sit down with incredible Sinikiwe Dhliwayo of Naaya Wellness. As it stands now, wellness is synonymous with whiteness, affluence, and being able-bodied. Naaya exists to redefine this narrative. Naaya is bringing people of color into the conversation of wellness with yoga and mindfulness programming for communities who have been traditionally overlooked and excluded from those spaces. Naaya exists for people of color to feel seen, heard, and, most importantly, welcome. We have a dynamic conversation about privilege, accountability, and self care vs. self indulgence. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I sit down with Kerry Lynn of Love Locked. Kerry immediately served as an expander to me. She shared how a year into opening her business her partner and her split, and how through that she found the freedom to dream. We chat on her background in non profits, and how that experience shaped how she runs her business, and of course we talk about designing the most stunning custom engagement rings and jewelry. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What’s your relationship with intuition? After being disillusioned by the “big ad agency world” this week’s guest Tara Debek set out to create an intuition led alternative T. Digital.I am a fan of anyone who wants to shake up the status quo, but throw in some woo woo and you really have my heart. Tara seeks to create intentional connections with the brands of tomorrow, and is a firm believer in business with a third "bottom line.” We chat about building a business in an intentional way, shame patterns, balancing the masculine/feminine and so much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we chat with my girl Bligh Voth the morning after her surprise bachelorette. Bligh is an actor/singer/writer originally from Washington, D.C. now living in New York City. She is currently the female standby on the first national tour of the Tony Award winning musical, The Bands Visit. Bligh spends her free time running races, chartering buses from NYC to DC for marches and protests, and cooking. As creatives we often have a hard time living in the middle. I always say, throw me in a crisis and I’ll be great, but boy do I have a hard time navigating the in-between. This week we chat being addicted to the extremes, romanticizing self destruction and debunking the narrative of the struggling artist.If you've ever wanted to sit in on a coffee date with me and my girlfriends...this is it! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.