The Journey | A Self Care Podcast

Self care is self knowledge, self care is not selfish, self care is community care. I've learned so many things on my Journey creating this podcast and today I want to share of the biggest ah-ha moments I've had in season 3!Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

What is the difference between equality and equity? Today I'm chatting with Dr. Nicole Charles about embodying equity in our personal and professional lives. In this episode, we talk about how to continue (or pick back up) anti-oppression and anti-racist work, how we can use our learning and unlearning, and how to take an active role in dismantling oppression and racism in our world.Connect with Dr. Nicole Charles on Instagram and check out her course Embodying EquityHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

How do you ethically exist in a capitalistic society? How do you resist a system that promises to sell us the solution to our loneliness, burnout, and sadness? Today I'm chatting with Mao Beckett about how capitalism promises to validate us but ultimately fails on that promise. We discuss how to navigate and thoughtfully exist in this system, no off-grid living necessary! Check out Mao on her podcast, Hold Up, Wait a Minute! connect on Instagram and her practice Reset & Resilient WellnessResources for this episode:James Welsh The Fake Wealth Industry on YouTubeHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Have you ever felt unwell but couldn't figure out why? Wellness is something we often think of in terms of our physical body and we don't make the connection between our emotions and their effects on the physical body. In today's conversation, Amy Ruth shares the connection between our emotions and the body and how to identify when unprocessed emotions are making us feel unwell. Amy Ruth is a spiritual mentor, certified Soul Coach®, and Reiki Master. Amy helps individuals release limiting beliefs and negative mindsets that may be preventing them from reaching their full potential. Her approach focuses on realigning clients with their true essence and guiding them toward a more fulfilling life.Connect with Amy Ruth on Instagram hereWork with Amy Ruth hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Many of us dream of leaving our 9-5 jobs and pursuing our passions by starting our own businesses. However, taking that leap can be scary and overwhelming. That's where Michele Dickinson comes in. Michele is a business mentor and life coach, and someone who has successfully transitioned from corporate life to running her own  business.In this episode, we discuss the benefits and challenges of starting a small business, how to identify your passions and purpose, and the importance of aligning your business with your values. Michele also offers practical tips for those who are considering making the leap to entrepreneurship and how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own business.Connect with Michele on Instagram hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Many of us have been conditioned to believe that our weight is the most important factor in determining our health and self-worth. But what if we could shift our focus away from weight and towards other, more holistic measures of well-being? In this episode, Samantha shares her own journey towards de-centering weight from releasing the BMI to intuitive eating.Samantha Nagel is an INHC certified health coach and podcast host of Empowered Spirituality.Work with Samantha HereListen to Empowered Spirituality HereConnect with Samantha on Instagram HereCheck out more about debunking the BMI:Maintenance Phase Podcast The Body Mass Index https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-body-mass-index/id1535408667?i=1000530850955Aubrey Gorden on I Weigh with Jameela Jamil:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aubrey-gordon-yrfatfriend/id1498855031?i=1000499526010Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

What do the stars have to say about the coming year? Crystal B breaks down the astrological forecast for 2023 and shares how we can use this information in our self care journey. That's a wrap on season 2 of The Journey. I'll be back in your ears mid-February 2023, take care of yourself in the mean time (you're worth it!) I'm wishing you a restful new year! -KellyFind Crystal's full 2023 guide hereCheck out Crystal B  on Instagram and learn more at her WebsiteHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Winter can be a tough season, especially if you suffer with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Today I'm sharing my journey with SAD and bringing you self care tips that will help you embrace this season and move through it with more ease.Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

I'm a little under the weather this week so I've dug into the archives to bring you a conversation I really needed to revisit. Holiday shopping season is in full swing and that can mean spending gets a little out of control. That makes this the perfect time to dust off our financial self care knowledge and remind ourselves of our goals.Original Show Notes:In this episode I sit down with financial planner and best selling author Canna Campbell (Sugar Mamma TV on YouTube) to chat about taking care of yourself financially! We talk about budgeting, saving and investing. Plus Canna talks about the connection between money and emotions and how to responsibly budget for self care.Check out Canna on YouTube and Instagram!Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today Mao and I are unpacking Moon Juice and how modern wellness brands use cultural appropriation to sell us a happier, healthier lifestyle. And we circle back to the origins wellness has in snake oil and the medicine shows of the 1880's and how the tactics brands use to sell us wellness hasn't changed much. We also talk about self care as a radical act and how self care is ultimately about community care, $60 supplements not required! Check out Mao on The Millennial Therapists Podcast , her Instagram and her practice Reset & Resilient WellnessResources for this episode:Unpacking the Wellness Industry's Whitewashing ProblemSnake Oil Episode of Maintenance Phase PodcastHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Wellness is a trillion dollar industry today, but have you ever wondered about the origins of our modern day wellness? Buckle up because today I tell Mao how wellness started out with medicine shows and snake oil in the 1800's (no snakes were harmed)! And then Mao tells me how modern wellness has become "goop-ified" in the image of Gwyneth Paltrow. And spoiler alert, it's not so far from the snake oil origins!Come back for part 2 where we unpack Moon Juice and how modern wellness is still using cultural appropriation to sell us health.Check out Mao on The Millennial Therapists Podcast , her Instagram and her practice Reset & Resilient WellnessResources for this episode:Unpacking the Wellness Industry's Whitewashing ProblemSnake Oil Episode of Maintenance Phase PodcastHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Self care is a word we hear a lot these days but have you ever wondered where the term originated? Does self care have it's origins in beauty marketing or is there a deeper, richer history to uncover? Today I'm giving you a brief history of the concept of self care, from the medical world to The Black Panthers, to the wellness craze of the 80's to the 2016 election, self care has had a wild ride! This episode was sponsored by DIME Beauty. Check out their offerings here and use code: journey20 at checkout for 20% off your cart! Resources for Self Care HistoryThe History of Self Care by Aisha HarrisThe Powerful History of Self Care and How to Honor it Today by Olivia GrovesGoogle Trends "Self Care"History of Radical Black Self CareWhen Wellness Was WeirdHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Beauty products are the gateway for many of us into deeper self care, but with so much misinformation, fear mongering and eco-washing out there, how can we feel confident in the purchases we are making? Science has the answers! Whenever I'm in doubt about science claims around my beauty products I turn to Michelle! Michelle Wong is a chemistry PhD and science communicator who you might know under the name Lab Muffin Beauty Science. In this episode I ask Michelle about some of the biggest myths surrounding sunscreen, what does "reef safe" even mean and are those sustainable marketing claims really all they seem?Follow Michelle on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. Read her Blog here.Listen to the Amazing Jen on The Ecowell PodcastCritical Thinking Coursera coursesMore science-y sunscreen fun with Michelle The Sunscreen e-Summit This episode was sponsored by DIME Beauty. Check out their offerings here and use code: journey20 at checkout for 20% off your cart! Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Sometimes elaborate, ritual self care can feel really out of reach when our energy levels are low. Today I'm sharing my low energy self care practices when an elaborate routine feels overwhelming and I'm talking about why self care won't always look the same for everyone.Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

This show is about going beyond beauty products but it was born from a love of skincare! My passion for skincare is really what opened the door to deeper self care and through skincare I've learned so many important life lessons. Someone who inspired me to think about skincare from a more soulful level was Jude Chao, the blogger behind Fifty Shades of Snail (and season 1 episode 13 guest!). Today I'm so honored to chat with Jude about how skincare has impacted our lives on a deeper level.Check out Jude's Blog and follow her on InstagramHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

My journey to loving the skin I'm in hasn't always been easy. My skincare hobby helped me deeply understand myself but it's also brought up difficult feelings I need to sit with in order to really love and be comfortable in the skin I'm in. Today I want to share where I'm at so far in loving this skin. Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today I'm sharing where I went, what I did and what I learned on my solo trip to Greece! Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

RSVP to the live stream Q&A here https://lu.ma/iatqubik Jonathan will be moderating your questions for me about YouTube, being a creator, mental health and self care! The live event is happening July 14th at 5pm EDT/2pm PDT Watch this interview on YouTube Check out more interviews Jonathan has done with creators on The Videocraft Show Presented by Video HuskyHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today I'm chatting with the astrologer Crystal B to learn how we can use the stars and planets to learn more about ourselves and our life path. Crystal shares her astrological wisdom on why you should move beyond just your sun sign, why you should read your rising (ascending) sign horoscope first and how you can gain emotional insight by reading for your moon. Crystal also shares her predictions for the coming months and how we can use this information as a planning tool for the rest of 2022!Check out Crystal B  on Instgram and learn more at her WebsiteHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today I'm sharing an update on my burnout. I describe the professional and emotional burnout I've experienced and the changes I've made to feel better. I also discuss my relationship to productivity and how burnout brings up some feelings of shame (and how I'm shifting my mindset away from that). And I share my a-ha moment for deep burnout healing.Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Have you ever felt stuck in your head and disconnected from your body? You aren't alone! In today's conversation with Samantha Nagel we talk about taking an embodied approach to the  self care journey and how emotions are held in the body. A INHC certified health coach, Sam shares some techniques to help us get back into our bodies, tips to set energetic boundaries and introduces the concept of cyclic living.Samantha Nagel is an INHC certified health coach and podcast host of Empowered Spirituality.Work with Samantha HereListen to Empowered Spirituality HereConnect with Samantha on Instagram HereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today I'm getting personal about my journey to discovering and living my purpose. Just a few short years ago I felt really lost, stuck in a career that didn't allow me to use my natural talents and gifts. I was miserable because I didn't feel like I had a purpose in life. After soul searching and personal work I slowly started to shift my mindset and my life. I want to share my story and the things I've learned (so far) on this journey and hopefully help you live a more purpose filled life.Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Mao Beckett is back on the show and today we're talking about the healing journey. As a therapist, I wanted to get Mao's perspective on how to start healing in our lives, our work places and even healing our ancestral lines and inner child! We also spend some time talking about Reiki and how it has helped both of us on our self care and healing journeys. Check out Mao on The Millennial Therapists Podcast , her Instagram and her practice Reset & Resilient WellnessHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

It's official! Season 2 is coming to your feed May 2nd! Make sure you're following this podcast wherever you are listening so you don't miss an episode! Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeFollow The Journey on InstagramConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Grab your journal, today I'm sharing an exercise that not only allows you to set your intentions for the new year but also allows you to deeply reflect and release this year.Season 2 will be coming early spring 2022!Have a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Every birthday I take some time to reflect on my life. I wanted to share with you all the lessons I've learned (some the hard way) in my 32 years of life. And I want to share one wish I have going into my 33rd year.Season 2 will be coming early spring 2022!Have a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today I'm sharing reflections from my recent self care retreat. I took some time to connect deeply with myself, practice deep self care and create space for the whispering of my soul. This is the last episode of season 1! It's been a really magical ride and I'm so blessed to have you here for it! Thank you so much for your support and listener-ship and I'm so honored to be able to be a part of your journey! As I take an active break between seasons to meditate, create and organize the next run of episodes, please share any feedback or suggestions you have for me here-> Leave me a message or voicemail here I can't wait to be in your ears again soon, much love -KellyHave a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today I'm talking about Manifestation! This is a hot topic and a technique that has actually helped me so much on my journey. However, I do think it's something that is very misunderstood and can feel a bit woo-woo. Today I want to share the steps that have helped me use manifestation in my life, and actually get results!Have a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

In this episode I sit down with financial planner and best selling author Canna Campbell (Sugar Mamma TV on YouTube) to chat about taking care of yourself financially! We talk about budgeting, saving and investing. Plus Canna talks about the connection between money and emotions and how to responsibly budget for self care.Check out Canna on YouTube and Instagram!Have a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

In this episode I'm sharing my healing journey around my long-term burnout. Burnout is so much deeper than just resting a little more, it's something that holds a mirror up to what needs to be worked on in our lives. Today I'm sharing my story (so far) and sharing the work and steps that are helping me identify and heal my burnout.Have a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today I'm talking about honoring the fall season and how that translates to our self care practicesHave a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song and big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

In this episode I get to chat with Mao Beckett, one half of The Millennial Therapists Podcast and licensed therapist, to talk about how social media affects our mental health. We talk about the pros and cons of the internet, how to set boundaries with social media and why it seems like everything is so negative online these days! We also muse about old school serial killers using the internet and why we need to decolonize wellness. I also guested on The Millennial Therapists Podcast discussing the Facebook Catfish Murders, so check it out if you want a taste of true crime from a therapist's perspective!Check out Mao on The Millennial Therapists Podcast and her practice Reset & Resilient WellnessResources for today's conversation:IG Post How Social Media Affects Our Brains credit bbthescientistIG Post Introvert or Extrovert credit bbthescientistThe Nap Ministry Instagram IG Post Decolonizing Yoga credit shantiwithinIG Post Rest for Your Ancestors credit dr.rosalesmezaHave an episode suggestion or question for me? Leave me a voicemail or write to me on my website here!Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

On our self care journey we can spend a lot of our energy on mental and physical self care. Stress management and exercise are really valuable but they aren't the only ways to take care of ourselves. We often get hung up on 1 or 2 areas of self care and totally forget that we can practice self care in every area of our lives! Are you practicing self care with your finances, your relationships, in your career? Today I'm talking about the 7 pillars of self care you should be focusing on because holistic self care brings more harmony and joy into our lives!Have a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Recently I received a voicemail from Ibrahim asking about focus. With all the uncertainty and chaos in the world it's been hard to focus on his goals. Today I'm answering Ibrahim's question, sharing my experience with anxiety during the pandemic and offering some tips to help clear and focus the mind and how to remember what's really important to give our energy to.Have a question? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

The iconic blogger behind Fifty Shades of Snail, Jude Chao, sits down with me today to talk about the art of deep self care. We explore the origins of her blog and how that led to her to writing her new book Skincare For Your Soul: Achieving Outer Beauty and Inner Peace with Korean Skincare. We also chat about K-beauty, why skincare can be soulful and why nurturing yourself is so important. Check out Jude's Blog and follow her on InstagramHave an episode suggestion or question for me? Leave me a voicemail or write to me on my website here!Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Self care decluttering is all about releasing the things in our life (physical, mental and digital) that are robbing us of our energy. Decluttering isn't just about getting rid of things but making space for more! Today I want to share with you how I do a self care declutter and offer some tips to help you with yours! royalbydesign369 Tiktok Have a listener request? I want to hear from you! Leave me a message or voicemail hereHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Alli Reed started sharing her passion for skincare on her blog The Acid Queen back in 2015 and soon she was using her background in chemistry to experiment with her own skincare formulations. This quickly developed into a side hustle, selling her first two products, Liquid Gold and Rewind, under the name Stratia.  Fast forward 5 years and Stratia is a well loved indie skincare brand that bloggers can't stop raving about! Today Alli tells us her story of starting Stratia, how she was able to go full time with her 2 passions (skincare and chemistry) and shares a wealth of advice for those who may want to start their own business.Check out Stratia and follow them on Instagram!I'm planning an Ask Kelly advice episode! I want to hear your questions so please leave me a voicemail or write to me on my website!Submit a Question for Ask KellyHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Robert Welsh has entered the bonus chatroom! Robert and I had such a great time chatting we didn't want to end the episode! So today I have part 2 of our conversation for you to enjoy!Check out Robert on YouTube and his podcast with brother James Welsh, The Double Cleanse PodcastI'm planning an Ask Kelly advice episode! I want to hear your questions so please leave me a voicemail or write to me on my website!Submit a Question for Ask KellyHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Robert Welsh is a professional makeup artist with over 870k subscribers on YouTube. Today I sit down with Robert to talk about his career in the makeup industry, how he discovered his passion and his calling and how that ultimately led to his YouTube success. We also discussed why it's important to be yourself online, transparency and the responsibility of influencers.We had such a great time talking, this is a 2 parter! Tune in next week for part 2 of our conversation!Check out Robert on YouTube and his podcast with brother James Welsh, The Double Cleanse PodcastI'm planning an Ask Kelly advice episode! I want to hear your questions so please leave me a voicemail or write to me on my website!Submit a Question for Ask KellyHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Are you thriving off drama in your life? Of course you aren't! Drama stresses us out, keeps us small and makes life pretty miserable. Today's solocast is all about stepping out of the drama at work, in relationships and online! I'm going to share 3 stories of drama in my life, what they taught me and how to deal!I'm planning an Ask Kelly advice episode! I want to hear your questions so please leave me a voicemail or  write me on my website!Submit a Question for Ask KellyHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Michelle Wong PhD is a science educator better known as Lab Muffin Beauty Science on YouTube and her blog.  She is known for busting myths in the beauty space with the power of science! Today we talk about the origins of her passion for chemistry, how a bad internship pushed to her ultimate purpose and why gut instinct led her all along. We also chat about what makes someone an "expert" in skincare, gender dynamics in the beauty and science spaces and how the skincare community is evolving. Check out Michelle's Blog and YouTubeHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:YouTubeInstagram Tik TokWebsite Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Are you checking in with how you're really feeling? I ask because for the longest time I realized I was not. Today I want to talk about my pandemic depression, when I realized I had stopped checking in and why I had to go back to basic self care to get back in touch with myself. I'm also going to share some questions you can ask yourself if you find yourself in the same place as I did.Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:My YouTube Channel  Connect with me on Instagram My Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Known for his in-depth and easy to understand sunscreen reviews on YouTube, Ramon mixes his love of skincare with his cosmetic formulation passion. An American living in London and currently studying cosmetic formulation, Ramon talks about how he started his YouTube channel in the middle of a pandemic, life change and a move across the Atlantic. We also talk about why diversity is important in the skincare and beauty spaces and how to keep the joy in your skincare routine.Check out Ramon on YouTube and InstagramHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:My YouTube Channel  Connect with me on Instagram My Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Are you a perfectionist? Someone with high standards for everything they do? If so, you need to stop that shiz right now! Today I want to talk about how striving for perfection was actually paralyzing me and why focusing instead on progress was the key to my success.Marie Forleo Everything Is Figureoutable (Link is affiliated, a small commission is made if you make a purchase which helps support the podcast)Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:My YouTube Channel  Connect with me on Instagram My Website Personal Development Books I Recommend (Affiliated Link)Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

With over 1.25 million subscribers on YouTube, James Welsh knows a thing or two about the influencer journey. Today he shares his story with us and talks in-depth about why he needed to break out of the box other people had put him into in order to find success on YouTube. We also talk about honesty and business in the influencer space.Check out James on YouTube and his podcast with brother Robert Welsh, The Double Cleanse PodcastHelp support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:My YouTube Channel  Connect with me on Instagram My Website Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Today I want to talk about a time that I failed. Twice. At the same thing! Failure is a normal part of life and nothing to be ashamed of and, in fact, failure is an invaluable message helping to redirect us the to the right path. Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:My YouTube Channel  Connect with me on Instagram My Website Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!

Welcome to The Journey! In this episode I discuss what The Journey means to me and what you can expect from future episodes. I'm so excited to start this journey and am I'm so grateful you're here with me!Help support the show at Buy Me a CoffeeConnect with me:My YouTube Channel  Connect with me on Instagram My Website Thank you so much to Naz Alakai for the theme song! Big thank you to Keo Pisey Studio for the artwork!