The Yes I Kan Podcast

#036- What a journey it's been! Just 2 years ago, I launched the Yes I Kan Podcast with the intention that it would be a platform to empower and inspire others to see their greatest superpower- their authenticity. It has become so much more than that- and it has been so humbling to see what was created. However as my work is now moving in a different direction, after much contemplation, I have made the tough decision to close the curtains on the Yes I Kan Podcast. In my last episode of this podcast, I wanted to pass on my top 10 lessons from my podcast journey and hope that it will inspire you one more time to see how powerful you truly are when you allow yourself to be fully seen and heard. I've had the pleasure of interviewing so many incredible people and have grown exponentially in this journey. I hope it has helped you grow on your journey too. Thank you for being on this journey with me- I'm so incredibly grateful! This isn't good-bye, just simply see you later. Keep being fully, unapologetically, authentically YOU! Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauce Subscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#035- For many Asian Americans, especially those whose parents were the first to immigrate to the West, there's an immense pressure and expectation to succeed. When the odds are stacked against us, there's an expectation that we need to figure out a way to win anyways. And if we fail- the shame can be suffocating and crippling- following us around into every step we take moving forward.Today, I talk about re-defining failure and explore the question “what if we had permission to fail?” Who are we without achievements and accolades? And what could be possible for us if what we did or didn't do could be separate from our wholeness, worthiness, and enough-ness? Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#034- How often do we wait for permission or feel the need to ask for permission from others to be our authentic self? Today, I share my thoughts and my journey on the fears I've had with allowing myself to be fully seen and navigating through a world that sometimes isn't kind to someone unconventional. For too long, we've given too much power to others to determine the validity of our experience- are you ready to take it back? Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#33- In our time together, my wife and I have been through many big life changes and transitions. Some of them were sudden and unexpected while others were more gradual and planned. But one thing that remains the same is that each new chapter pushed us to come face to face with the fundamental question of “who are we really?” amidst new responsibilities, roles, and changes. Today, my wife and I discuss how we've navigated through moving to new countries, career changes, and lately becoming a parents and what we've learned to embrace our new circumstances without losing who we are.Follow my amazing wife's instagram here- https://www.instagram.com/uevuekan/Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#032- Today's episode is my favorite yet as it is a first time BTS conversation with my wife, Ue Kan, about our journey so far as a Entrepreneur couple and family. We share our crazy stories and ups and downs with what it has taken for us to both follow our dreams and the reality behind the scenes that isn't often talked about. We hope this conversation will inspire and empower you to see that it is possible to create a family vision that is big enough for each partner's dreams!Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#031- If you're ever in a place where you're questioning whether or not you're on the right path, whether or not this will work out for you, or whether or not it will ever get better- this is my message just for you today.Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#030- When we've been going down a path for so long- whether it's our career or relationships, it becomes difficult to leave and pursue something or someone else- even if our heart tells us it's where we need to go. So how can we find the courage and trust to take a leap of faith- especially when there's no visible net beneath us? Do you want to look back with “would-have, could-have, should-have” or do you want to at least say “I'm proud I went for it”? Today, we have a conversation with Jessa who had a successful career in Neurosurgery with a Masters in Medical Science for a decade before waking up one day after a tragic loss realizing that she simply wasn't living. We discuss how to trust the process when there's no certainty, the importance of getting to deeply know yourself, and what it takes to navigate the ocean of unknown to your purpose. To find out more about Jessa, visit her website at www.divineheartdynasty.comExecutive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#029- We live in a culture where sharing publicly is encouraged if not revered. In turn, it's created a reality where the need to seek validation and approval is amplified on a much larger scale in this age of social media. Today, I discuss the dangers of sharing too early, why it's important to guard our progress in the journey of change and how we can start protecting the things most dear to us- our vision and dreams. Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#028- What can be possible for you if there is no such thing as too late? Today, we have a conversation with Raquel Borras where she shares her story of how she found the courage to leave a relationship where she couldn't be her authentic self and go down a journey of discovering who she truly was. We discuss the compass we can use to move past fear, why it is never too late to start finding your purpose, and how you can shift the way you live your life to create more impact. To find out more about Raquel Borras, visit her Youtube Channel at https://youtube.com/channel/UCU10_pLGmlT_5XECXFdw8DgExecutive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#027- One of the things I remember most from my childhood was being told to be quiet and to keep my voice to myself. What I didn't realize until much later in life is how much our voice affects every facet of our lives. Today, I explore the consequences of hiding away and not trusting our authentic voice, why it's so important to practice using it, and how we can re-activate our voice along with our inner power.Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#026- Death is an incredibly difficult subject for most and is one that is not easy to talk or think about. We often stay focused on the present or reminisce on the past but how often do we take the time to reflect on what matters the most at the end of our lives? What we worry about today, will it be what is most important when we evaluate our lives as a whole? Today, I had a powerful conversation with Dr Kathy Zhang, a Doctor in palliative care who works alongside death everyday. In her journey, she's learned powerful lessons that can change the way we live our lives and our viewpoint for what it means to create life worth living. We talk about the most frequent regrets she hears from her patients, how to walk the fine line of living in fear of death and having it motivate us, and how we create an extraordinary life by living with the end in mind. To find out more about Dr Kathy Zhang, visit Instagram.com/purposefilterExecutive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#025- Growing up, I was always told to keep things to myself, to not share or say too much and to stay silent about anything that wasn't considered honorable and respectable. As I toggled back and forth between Asian values in my home and western values outside of my home, I realized that there was a common ground that existed between the two- the prevalent and strong presence of shame. Today, I have a powerful conversation with Nancy Barrows as she shares how she broke through the shame of being a sexual abuse survivor and turned her pain into her purpose. We discuss why shame robs us of deep connection, how we can compassionate spaces for people around us to open up and how to break the cycle of shame in our lives especially around taboo topics like sex. To find out more about Nancy, visit her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancybarrows/Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#024- Finding love is one of the - if not- the MOST sought after life milestone. I was reflecting on this the other day that while we are in a culture that celebrates making money and financial success- there are very few shows on “making more money” vs THOUSANDS of shows that are all about finding love. This hit me when I was watching a matchmaking show that was filled with many successful singles that had every life achievement you could imagine- yet- they felt empty without someone they loved to spend it with. While we are in constant pursuit to find love- what we often glaze over is who we are being that factors into finding or repelling love. What if the key to finding the one first started with finding… ourselves? In today's episode, we explore why it's crucial to work on ourselves in pursuit of love, what may be in the way of you finding the one, and how to manifest the love of your dreams. To find out more about Allana, visit www.allanapratt.comExecutive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#023- We have all heard the term- when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. But in reality, when life throws multiple lemons at you,  it can be more difficult to handle than we predict. So how can we get back up, pivot, and rise up to this challenge? In today's episode, Chantel shares her story of how her life changed drastically when she was diagnosed with MS and how she overcame her challenges to not only persevere but continue to pursue her dreams. She shares her greatest lessons and most importantly, how the root of everything we do comes first and foremost from prioritizing our health- the ultimate act of self love. To find out more about Chantel, visit www.chantelsoumis.comExecutive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#021- Out of everything we aim to create and have in our lives- the core of it all comes from our relationship with ourselves. It is the foundation that we operate from that determines what we create, how we experience our lives every day and the lens in which we see others. Why is it that it tends to also be the relationship we struggle with the most? We often hear about how important it is to “love ourselves”- but what exactly does that mean? What does that look like? Where do you even start if you have be taught to operate from shame, guilt, the need for validation, and needing to prove yourself? In today's episode, I talk about my journey to learning how to rebuild a relationship with myself, how to start that journey yourself and practical tools you can use to practice rebuilding a healthy, loving, and connected relationship with yourself. Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, JoySauceThis episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful.Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#021- Sometimes we may think to ourselves “How can I possibly make an impact? How can I make a difference when all I have… is me?” What if I told you that is not only more than enough- it is exactly what makes you perfectly qualified. In my conversation with AdaPia today, she uncovers the incredible and unexpected lessons she learned when her speaking video went viral on Goalcast, how to find your authentic path that is in alignment for you, and how forgiving ourselves and letting go of shame can lead us to our personal power. To find out more about AdaPia, visit www.productiveintuition.comTo access AdaPia's free gift- visit https://www.productiveintuition.com/free-accessExecutive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy SauceThis episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful.Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#020. In my personal journey and in my observation of people that have created extraordinary results in their lives, one common factor that I've seen is the willingness to take big risks. It's one thing to see others do it- yet it is so much more terrifying when we are the ones standing on the ledge looking down. Today, we're going to explore the power of risking- why it's a necessary ingredient to creating the life of our dreams , what we can create from it and how we can find it within us to take that leap of faith that can lead to bigger rewards than we can ever imagine.Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy SauceThis episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful.Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#019- It can be incredibly daunting when we first discover our gifts- especially when it's different from what is expected, talked about, and celebrated in the environments that we're in. Just like each Superhero that has that equally shocking and terrifying moment of when they discovered they could shoot webs, shoot laser beams or have superhuman strength- each person has that moment when they discover their superpower- "what is this and what do I do now?". Today, I have a conversation with Deepa Liu about her journey to discovering her superpower of infusing God's higher consciousness with her paintings and coming out of her spiritual closet. We talk about the struggle of not knowing how to share your gifts to the world, the fear of being seen,  and the power of learning how to hear and trust to your inner guidance.  To dive into what it takes to activate and unleash your personal superpower- and what could possibly be available for you when you find the courage to step through the doors that we've been hiding behind. To access Deepa Liu's free gift, visit: https://deepaliu.com/giftTo learn more about Deepa Liu and her work, visit: deepaliu.comExecutive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy SauceThis episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful.Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#018. The question "who are you? " or "who am I?" is probably the most seemingly simple yet complex question that we have been tasked to answer in our lifetime. Today, we're going to explore the layers to that question together and look at different pathways to discover our answer.Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy SauceThis episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful.Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#017- When the very identity that you've had your whole life changes in an instant- it begs the million dollar question of -"who am I now?" Today, I have an amazing conversation with Katherine Johnson, former ten-time national squash champion and US Olympic Committee Athlete of the Year and now  founder of True Self Executive Presence Consulting. Through the lens of her experience as an image consultant and Positive Intelligence Coach, we talk about finding your aligned identity that encompasses who you were, who you now authentically are and who you strive to be. We talk about the different between being who you are and performing your personality. We also talk about how authenticity is not a singular identity but a dynamic range that constantly changes. This conversation will inspire and empower you to find alignment with who you are and how to find your authentic self when your identity changes. To access Katherine's free gift, visit: http://bit.ly/TrueSelfGiftTo learn more about Katherine Johnson and their work, visit: www.trueselfpresence.comThis episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful.Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#016- In this episode, I share a powerful conversation I had with Jesse Harless from 2020 about his journey from severe addictions to being one of the leading experts in addiction recovery with a thriving coaching business. We talk about the power of vulnerability- how sharing our stories can create a ripple effect in the world. We talk about what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur- finding your passion, building your tool kit and what is possible when you surround yourself with the right people. Lastly, we talk about why Jesse continues to take cold showers to start his day- and how it can help us build resiliency- something more important than ever. This conversation will inspire you to not only see that where you start doesn't dictate where you finish, but will also empower you to see what can be possible for you when you go ALL IN for your dreams. To access Jesse's free gift, visit: https://www.jesseharless.com/freegiftTo learn more about Jesse and his work, visit: https://www.jesseharless.com/This episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful.Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#015- Where do you even start when the identity you've had for so long disappears one day? Who are we without our job? Our extracurricular activities? Our marriage? In my conversation with Terri, we dive head first into her journey- the good, bad, and ugly- of stepping out of a 10 year marriage where she lost herself and what it took to rediscover her voice, her joy and authentic self that was hidden for over a decade. To learn more about Terri and her work, visit: www.thegaymomshow.comThis episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful. Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#014- When the pandemic hit and we were all forced to isolate, one of the biggest holes that we all noticed quickly was how much we missed connection. Meeting up for a coffee, going to a live event, even a hug all of a sudden seemed obsolete. But what we didn't realize was that- we were pretty disconnected long before that. In my conversation with Ginger Johnson over a year ago, we got to go deep into what is in the way of us truly connecting as humans. We talk about labels and why they are a detriment to how we connect with one another. We also explore the difference between connection and networking- something that often gets mixed in together. Spoiler alert- it's not the same thing. If we're going to rebuild true human connection- it's going to take not going back to our previous normal- but instead intentionally redefining how we truly connect with one another.To learn more about Ginger and her work, visit: https://gingerjohnson.com/This episode is sponsored by Sewl Sister- a company that creates hand-sewn, inspirational clothing and products for everyone. What I love about them is their products embody authenticity- each of their creations is different- when it comes to the designs and fabrics- they can create something that uniquely reflects you  or your loved ones. Their mission is to live in a world with ZERO landfill fabric waste and they source landfill fabrics from around the world and transform them into something beautiful. Go check them out at www.sewlsister.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#013-  "Your relationship with yourself is the longest and the most important one your will have in your entire life." My conversation with Katie Allen is an important on as we explore the changes that we face in a world today that makes it easier to exist behind a filter than it is as our authentic selves. We talk about the toxic culture of comparison and perfection fueled by things like body editing apps and altering our physical image. We also dig into why there is a thirst for being real and authenticity today and the problem with only relying on self-help information. Mostly importantly, Katie touches on where to start to turn around the narrative of self loathing to self love.  Katie Allen is a four times certified health & life coach with a mission to help women love and accept all that they are. With a personal history of body loathing, poor health, and zero confidence, Katie knows what it's like to really hate the person you see in the mirror. She combines her personal experiences with her extensive training to help you make peace with your body, love and embrace yourself, be well from the inside out, and feel truly vibrant being you!To learn more about Katie Allen and her work, visit www.katieallen.coIf Katie's work resonates with you- check her out with her free gift and connect Subscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#012- "We cannot selectively numb emotions, when we numb the painful emotions, we also numb the positive emotions."- Brene BrownFeeling and facing our pain can often feel scary. More and more, society as a whole has  becoming more accustomed to numbing than to address the pain or trauma that lies underneath. We numb in all sorts of ways. With Netflix...drinking...working...avoiding. This is especially true in the face of trauma.  So, how can we break free from the shame and pain to find our peace again? Today, I have a deep  conversation with Susan Gibson who shares her story of overcoming her trauma of sexual assault, her journey of letting go of shame and healing and how she has turned her pain into her purpose today. We dive into the impact of numbing our pain and most importantly - where do we start to heal our pain and learn to feel again when we had stopped for so long.  Susan is an intuitive healer, soul coach, and speaker who helps her clients find their authentic voice so they can re-create their life from a place of purpose, authentic power and passion.Susan's specialty is helping women heal past traumas. As a sexual assault survivor herself, she can hold a safe space that puts people at ease. She teaches the perfect tools to help her clients shift the trauma victim energy that can keep them stuck in a mire of anxiety, panic, and depression.She is someone that other healers turn to for support and help working through difficult issues. Susan holds a B.S. in Brennan Healing Science from the only accredited energy healing school in the world, The Barbara Brennan School of Healing, and is trained in Healing Touch and Crystal Healing.To learn more about Susan Gibson and her work, visit https://yourplaceforpeace.com/. Subscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#011- I met Adam Gilad over 2 years ago and was immediately captivated by his easy going, vibrant, passionate personality. He is truly a fascinating individual with a captivating history and background. Today, we got to have a fantastic conversation on his journey throughout the years from his travels around the world, creating some of the most amazing communities of men and women that are committed to becoming the best versions of themselves, and his latest company that is about to launch- Kyyndr- an amazing singles community  built on the foundation of love, kindness, growth and authenticity. What I love the most about it is that it is inclusive and a safe space for singles to build genuine connection- something that I truly believe is so needed in the world today.  We talk about how it came to be, his vision for changing the game of dating, and what he sees as the cure to cure to painful, frustrating, disconnected dating.Come join us on this amazing summit for singles who are ready to jump into a more loving, connected, authentic, and most importantly kinder dating world- come join us at the Kyyndr Summit from October 28- Oct 6 at www.kyyndr.com/kanTo learn more about Adam and his work, visit: www.kyyndr.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#010- It has been a very long time since I've created and uploaded a new episode. This year- has been the biggest roller coaster year of my life- full of the highest highs and also the lowest lows. I've taken a big step back to reflect, shift, and recalibrate- and on my birthday today- I'm so excited to finally be back! Today, I share part of my journey this year- what was going on as well as my biggest breakthroughs in the past 9 months. Come along for this take off episode as I launch towards the restart of my podcast! Subscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#009- Have you ever had a calling that seemed to make absolutely no sense? Where people thought you were off your rocker? But no matter what, the passion burned so bright, you had to put your career on pause to pursue it?I'm really pumped about our guest today! My friend, Betty Wang, has been doing some phenomenal things trail-blazing an unconventional path with what she is creating in her life. I'm excited for you to hear the story of her creating the both/and- pursuing her dream and passion of rock climbing while also incorporate that into her work life. This is an important conversation  as we explore how to live in a way that is authentic to you and follow what your heart calls you to do. You don't have to choose only one- you can have BOTH!To learn more about Betty Wang and her work, visit: https://www.instagram.com/be_boulder/Subscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#008- Have you ever had a moment when you felt like you've set your sights on the wrong thing? Like the bigger everything else was growing, the smaller you felt?I'm really pumped about my conversation today that I get to have with Whitney Warne. She is a certified enneagram facilitator and focuses on self growth, and empowerment through the healing lens of the enneagram. Today, she talks about the huge gap between the success she was creating and the success she was feeling and the turning point in her life to becoming unapologetically extra.Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy SauceTo access Whitney's free gift, visit: https://whitneywarne.ck.page/01ab458f01To learn more about Whitney Warne and her work, visit: www.whitneywarne.com and www.ivoryhousephotography.comSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#007- People often talk about finding your purpose... but what do we use as our guiding compass? What does it take to pursue a vision so big that others struggle to understand? What if it wasn't about money or the next big idea... what if it was simply about follow our joy? Today, I have an amazing conversation with Nova Han who is one of the leading visionaries and producers in the immersive market and live entertainment. She has been the Creative Director for world renown festivals and shows world wide including Electric Forest Festival, Coachella, and the Official Grammy's Celebration. Nova has won multiple global awards and has provided works for well-known artists such as the Black Eyed Peas and Deadmau5. We talk about what it takes to be abundantly paid doing what you love, Nova's journey to international success (doing one of the coolest jobs in the world in my opinion) and how to navigate through uncertainty when everything changes.To learn more about Nova Han and her work, visit https://novahan.com/Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy SauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#006- New year, new resolutions, and new goals. This is finally going to be the year that your business takes off, that you lose the weight, that you find the love of your life.  We can find ourselves feeling the pressure- feeling like if the vision board or the goals list we created doesn't happen that it'll mean we failed. What if we could take the pressure off this year? What if you actually have nothing to prove? How would you live differently this year if you knew that no matter what- you would be ok? Today, I talk about the importance of having a vision and the type of relationship that we should have with it. Often, we're so busy running the race of life... running towards our goals and dreams that we find ourselves at the end of each year in the blink of an eye. Is that truly what life is about or is there another way? Join in the conversation as I share my thoughts on how this year can be a different one for you- one where you have nothing to prove. Are you willing to take the pressure off? Subscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#005- Who are you? What defines you? So often we define ourselves by our job, our achievements, how much money we make...but who are we really if we were to one day lose it all? In today's episode, I reflect on 2020 and my journey in my first year as a full time entrepreneur. I talk about what I've discovered in redefining success and getting to know who I am from a whole new point of view. What I found was that it is truly in times when all of the fluff, bells and whistles are stripped away that we discover who we truly are. Subscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#004- What do you do when one day you wake up and realize that who you have been is no longer who you truly are? When you have been defined by long standing cultural expectations or an identity that you have taken on for so long- where do you even start to find yourself? I loved my conversation today with Asmaa Methqal who walked away from her thriving, multiple six-figures business strategy company to follow her intuition and create a new coaching business to empower women entrepreneurs and leaders to connect to their feminine power, gain absolute clarity and confidence, and experience aligned prosperity, purpose, and potential. We talk about:·      The power of Courageous No's- your GPS to finding who you are called to be and what you are called to do·      Where to go to find all the answers you need to navigate through challenging decisions ·      How to break through the bullshit rules and limitations that we have created for ourselvesToday, she has coached and mentored over 1,000 entrepreneurs and business owners across Africa, Europe, and North America as the creatrix and CEO of Fire+Flow. To find out more about Asmaa, visit https:// iamasmaa.com Link to access Asmaa's free gift- The Rise of Feminine Power: The New Way of Leading Life and Business e-book: https://iamasmaa.com/yesikanSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#003- If we're going to have a conversation about authenticity- let's start with what is authenticity! Have you ever stopped to wonder- who am I? What do I define myself as? Then there's the times when we do know our truth- but we sell out on ourselves. Why?  In this episode, I discuss what is authenticity, what holds us back from authenticity, and why it is so important.  I'll also be talking about what we need to express our full authenticity and what is holding us back from using our voice and taking  a stand for ourselves.Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy Sauce Subscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#002- What does it take to be your most authentic self? I often come across the narrative that you have to choose between who you are or have all the things that you want. What if you could have both? Today, I talk to Lotus Sky about the power of being our full authentic self and shows us what can be possible when we follow our true purpose. She went from being a soon-to-be doctor and dating a billionaire to giving it all up to come out as queer. With a $100 in her pocket, she successfully rebuilt her life to make multiple six figures only to pressing the reset button again and has now built a multiple six figure business as a music channel and shamanic guide- empowering others through the Earth Warrior Way. To learn more about Lotus Sky and her work, visit https://www.lotussky.com/Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy SauceSubscribe, Rate & Review! I would love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating and review. This will encourage others to listen and to grow our impact and community. To subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yes-i-kan/id1539162160

#001- This is the age of authenticity! Paul Kan is on a mission to inspire and empower you to transform your life and transform the world by being fully, unapologetically, authentically YOU! In his first episode, he shares his story and how it led him to creating the Yes I Kan podcast.  As a Transgender man, he knows first hand what it is like to hide away your true self, be held captive by the limiting belief of not being enough and live in shame.  We hope you enjoy it!Executive Producers: Paul Kan, Chelsea Lin, Joy SauceJoin our journey and hit subscribe! If you'd like the links and the show notes for this episode, head to: www.yesikan.com