The Modern Bohemian

Whether you've ever been on a regimented “diet” or not, you've likely been influenced by the unforgiving messages of diet culture - the messages that criticize our body size and instruct us to obsess over calories and abstain from the foods that we love. Food Freedom Coach, Sarah Gividen, is here to provide some insightful relief. She shares how she healed her unhealthy diet/binge cycle by ditching her bathroom scale, rebuilding her self-trust, and learning how to eat intuitively, which she explains in today's episode. You can find Sarah on Instagram at @livinginyourworth, in her Facebook group by the same name, or on her blog, www.livinginyourworth.com.  For more information on The Modern Bohemian, visit kristinsigmund.com/podcast and follow @themodbohopodcast on Instagram.

In my late twenties, I experienced one of the most destabilizing and confronting times of my life, which I later found out was something known as a Saturn Return in Astrology. It shook everything up for me and challenged the structures I had been leaning on for safety and identity up until that point. My Saturn Return catapulted me into learning more about Astrology, which is how I met today's returning guest, Astrological Coach, Akashic Records Reader, and Reiki Practitioner, Victoria Stephens. In today's episode, Victoria gives us her expert insight into understanding what a Saturn Return is, how it might affect you, and how you can make the most of it or understand it better in hindsight if you've already gone through it.  You can find Victoria on Instagram at @victoriagstephens or book a service with her on her website at victoriagreerstephens.com.  You can also find your unique Astrology chart at astro-charts.com if you'd like to follow along more specifically with today's episode.  For more information on The Modern Bohemian, visit kristinsigmund.com/podcast and follow @themodbohopodcast on Instagram.

My soul sister, Self-Love Guide and Love Embodiment Coach, Song Kim, provides us with rich insight today on how we can develop healthy relationships. We talk about self-love, self-abandonment, conflict resolution, masculine and feminine polarity, and how to identify wounded vs. healthy energy dynamics. Whether you're single, dating, or in a long-term partnership, this episode is for you! You can connect with Song on her website, www.songkim.co, or on Instagram at @lovehakgyo, which means “love school” in Korean.  For more information on The Modern Bohemian, visit kristinsigmund.com/podcast and follow @themodbohopodcast on Instagram.

Welcome to Season 2 of The Modern Bohemian! I've invited Emotional Health Coach, Alyssa Loving, back onto the podcast to talk about a common theme that I've noticed many people in my life (including me) are currently navigating: big, unexpected change. Alyssa experienced this in a very real way five years ago when her then-fiancé got into a tragic motorcycle accident and suffered a traumatic brain injury. She shares about this time in her life and how she has grown since then, as well as some advice for others going through hard times. You can connect with Alyssa on Instagram at @alyssaloving.  For more information on The Modern Bohemian, visit kristinsigmund.com/podcast and follow @themodbohopodcast on Instagram.

Season 2 of The Modern Bohemian has arrived! Stay tuned for discussions on self-worth, dating, manifestation, faith deconstruction, and more - with your host, Kristin Sigmund. For more information, visit kristinsigmund.com/podcast, and follow along on Instagram at @themodbohopodcast.

In this last episode of Season 1, we hear from Denver-based Non-Toxic Interior Designer and Environmental Health Coach, Ashley Spanovich, on how to create a safe, healthy, and beautiful home environment. After battling with health issues due to toxic mold exposure in her living space, Ashley started her multi-faceted design service, Awakening Spaces, which combines her interior design skills and her studies in conscious construction with her newfound passion for helping environmentally susceptible individuals get the education and resources they need to heal and thrive in their homes. She shares how to properly remove and prevent mold, how to reduce electromagnetic radiation (EMR) exposure from our electronics, how to purify the water and air in our homes, and what to consider when purchasing new furniture and other home essentials. It's an info-packed episode, so be sure to head to www.kristinsigmund.com/podcast for links to everything we mention. You can find Ashley and Awakening Spaces on Instagram @awakeningspaces and www.awakeningspaces.com.

Where my mamas at?? This episode is for you! My bestie, Sarah Gividen (@sarahhurstgividen), gives us the real talk on her experience transitioning into motherhood and what it's like raising two babies under two years old. We talk about her struggle with endometriosis, postpartum anxiety, and breastfeeding. And, she shares some amazing advice on overcoming “mom shame” by learning to trust your instincts and surrounding yourself with people who empower you. Send this episode to a mom or a soon-to-be mom in your life for some encouragement! For more details, visit www.kristinsigmund.com/podcast.

Today, I'm sharing the four unique phases of the female hormone cycle with you, which are often thought of in seasons: spring (follicular), summer (ovulation), fall (luteal), and winter (menstrual). As certain hormones rise and fall in our bodies over the course of our 28-day cycle, different strengths and motivations come forward that we can optimize and support through mindfulness, food, and exercise. Learning to live by my body's natural hormone rhythm has helped me better care for myself, heal, and understand my needs. Every woman needs this information! In reference to the book, In The Flo, by Female Hormone and Functional Nutrition Expert, Alisa Vitti, I explain each phase, including the specific foods and exercise styles that can greatly benefit our physical and mental health. Bye bye moodiness and period woes. Hello leaning into our natural rhythms and celebrating our womanhood. For more details, visit www.kristinsigmund.com/podcast.

Since international travel is still very limited, I wanted to virtually transport us all to the Netherlands this week! I've invited my parents, Mike and Joni, on to discuss their five-year stint as ex-pats in Amsterdam - an opportunity that came as quite a surprise to our family in 2014. We discuss their first reactions to the city, adapting to Dutch life, some of their favorite places to go, transportation tips, and the best ways to experience the culture. My brother, Taylor, makes an impromptu appearance, and we end the episode by trying to pronounce some of the most challenging words in Dutch. So, kick back, close your eyes, and imagine you're in Amsterdam! Episode details, including a blog post with travel suggestions and links to our favorite places in the city, can be found at www.kristinsigmund.com/podcast.

Love Meyers-Briggs and the Enneagram? Then, you'll love Human Design even more! It's the most personally-tailored and spookily-accurate system that I've come across in my own self-development. I love it so much that I trained to become a Human Design Reader with world-leading expert, Jenna Zoë. I provide both individual and 2-person readings as well as thorough chart analyses, which contain explanations of each element of your Human Design chart.  Today, I'm sharing a session that I recorded with former podcast guest, Lara Doll Kennedy (@laradollkennedy). Lara is an Emotional Generator 6/2 who is working through people-pleasing, taking on more than she can handle, and getting distracted by her ever-flowing fountain of ideas. In the reading, she learns the importance of honoring her desires, trusting herself, delegating and saying no when necessary, and simplifying her workflow so that she can focus on doing one thing well at a time. If you'd like to book a reading with me, head over to www.kristinsigmund.com/services and use the code MODBOHO for 15% off!

Welcome to Episode 10! Today, I'm chatting with Jillian Haddad, the creator of one of my very favorite personal and home care brands, Butter Me Up Organics. Jillian's products are beautifully hand-crafted, all organic, zero-waste, and in the top 1% on Etsy. She tells us how she started Butter Me Up Organics and formulated her unique recipes based on her extensive study of botanicals and their amazing benefits for the body and mind. She shares how her magnesium lotion helped her through postpartum depression, how to best transition from traditional deodorant to non-toxic deodorant, and some insider tips on anti-aging and acne care. You can find Jillian and Butter Me Up Organics on Instagram @buttermeuporganics and online at www.buttermeuporganics.com. And, be sure to use our discount code MODBOHO for 15% off! All of the episode details, including the specific products we mention, can be found at www.themodbohopodcast.com.

Ethical, “conscious” fashion is a movement that I've been curious to learn more about, so I was excited to invite Sustainable Fashion Advocate, Lara Doll Kennedy, onto the podcast today to talk about it! Lara shares how The True Cost documentary completely changed her approach to shopping and inspired her to create a masterclass community called The Wardrobe Edit where she shares her learnings and personal styling advice with other women. We discuss her tips for secondhand shopping, her take on capsule wardrobes, emotional attachment to clothing and sizes, why re-selling is better than donating, and Lara's love for unique vintage finds. Lara is the host of the Jesus + Juliet podcast, which just began its second season this month, so be sure to give it a listen! And, you can join the waitlist for her masterclass through the link in her Instagram bio at @laradollkennedy.

Join me and Emotional Health Coach, Alyssa Loving, in a conversation on healing the wounded feminine in relation to the masculine. We talk about how relaxing into our self-worth creates a power and a magnetism that doesn't require striving or tearing down men. Alyssa shares how forgiveness and trust changed her approach to dating. And, we borrow some tips from The Queen's Code author, Allison Armstrong, on how to better understand the heart and motivations of the men in our lives. You can find Alyssa on Instagram at @alyssaloving and sign up for one-on-one coaching or one of her courses at www.alyssaloving.com.

After spinning out a little bit last week, I share my exhausting personal experience with seeking external validation at all costs, which has led me to re-prioritize self care. From clearing space and setting intentions, to seeking meaningful connection and mindful movement, you're sure to gain some fresh inspirations that will greatly benefit your life. Take advantage of our MODBOHO code at www.kristinsigmund.com for 15% off of a Human Design session or BOHO at www.victoriagreerstephens.com for $25 off of an Astrology session to expand your self care practice, too. For this week's blog post and more information, visit www.themodbohopodcast.com. And, follow along at @themodbohopodcast on Instagram this week to see my favorite non-toxic cleaning products, and more!

Prepare to be inspired! Dallas-based Multidisciplinary Fine Artist, Bree Smith, joins us today to chat about her creative journey. She shares how she got into painting, where she draws her inspiration from, and how experimentation and letting go of the outcome helped her overcome perfectionism. We also discuss the commissioned piece she made for Bobby Bones, who hugely inspired the tenacity and drive she approaches her artwork with today. We round things out with the crazy story of how she brought one of her astronaut women to life from canvas to sculpture, which is currently making the rounds at various showings in the Dallas area. You can find Bree on Instagram at @breesmithart and her website, www.breesmith.com. And, be sure to sign up for her newsletter to stay in the loop! For more information on today's episode, visit www.themodbohopodcast.com.

I think we're all ready to turn the page from 2020 to 2021 this week! I've invited Astrologer, Victoria Greer Stephens, onto the podcast today to give us an energetic overview of what we can expect in the new year. Spoiler: exciting things! We start off with Victoria's background and how she got into astrology. We then move into the 2021 astrological forecast with an emphasis on the particularly dynamic energies happening in January. I also ask her if we are in the “Age of Aquarius” and what full moons, new moons, and eclipses signify. You can find Victoria on Instagram at @victoriagstephens or her website www.victoriagreerstephens.com - and use code BOHO for $25 off of a reading!

Western culture places such an emphasis on the mind that we grow up learning to neglect and misunderstand our highly intelligent and communicative bodies. Mindset & Body Image Coach, Katelyn Alexander, teaches us how to reconnect and build trust with our bodies as a way of reclaiming self-awareness and self-love. She describes her own journey with eating and body image, clears up some misconceptions around intuitive eating and emotional eating, and gives us some practical tools for caring for our bodies on a daily basis. Katelyn is available for 1:1 coaching and is hosting a group coaching course called Liberated this January. To sign up and get more info, visit www.coffeewithkateeblog.com or @katelynjoyalexander on Instagram.

If you're a fan of Meyers-Briggs or the Enneagram, you'll love Human Design! I discovered this self-development modality a couple of years ago, and it has become my absolute favorite. So much so, that I trained to become a Human Design Reader with world-leading expert, Jenna Zoe. In this episode, I give you an overview of what Human Design is, how to find your completely unique Human Design chart, and what each element of your chart has to say about you. And, bonus, I'm giving you 15% off using the code MODBOHO when you book a Human Design session on my website www.kristinsigmund.com/services!

This episode is jam-packed with helpful information on creating a non-toxic lifestyle from Clean Living Coach, Jessica Christin. We begin with an honest look into Jess's entrepreneurial journey, human design, and core values that inspired the work she does today. We then discuss the top three ingredients she recommends avoiding in personal and home care products as well as the amazing services she offers to make it easy. Stay tuned for Jess's three product swaps to get started on your clean living journey as well as some safe labels to look for and her personal favorite brands at the end. You can connect with Jess at www.jessicachristin.com and @jessicaleechristin on Instagram.